Fact brief: Does SD have the highest percentage of Native American residents?
A fact brief that refutes or confirms a claim with supporting information and additional evidence and context.
With discretion left to agencies, police video releases rare in SD
South Dakota departments, by law, don't have to release dashboard or body camera footage. When videos and still images have been released, they tend to justify officer use of force or highlight humorous on-the-job interactions.
Civics and media series
The town halls, discussions and community gatherings are intended to increase civic engagement and help people be informed.
Fact brief: Does South Dakota lead the nation in cattle per capita?
A fact brief that refutes or confirms a claim with supporting information and additional evidence and context.
Police videos in SD: Public pays costs but cannot see footage
As more states begin to provide public access to videos captured by law enforcement agencies, South Dakota continues to keep police body and dash cam videos hidden from the view of the public and media.
Some doubt property tax reform will come in 2026
Rising taxes weighs on South Dakota homeowners, with some being evicted from their homes for being delinquent on their payments. As the next legislative session looms, many hope for long-term tax reform.
Fact brief: Does South Dakota have the highest fertility rate in the nation?
A fact brief that refutes or confirms a claim with supporting information and additional evidence and context.