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South Dakota News Watch is one of the few news organizations in the state with a full-time reporter who lives in Pierre. These stories explain how what happens in the Capitol impacts all residents, hold publicly elected leaders accountable, investigate complex issues and help voters make informed choices when they go to the polls through accurate, balanced reporting.
Tense Senate vote exposes fault lines surrounding data centers
Missing lawmaker among the issues vexing proposed legislation that has failed.
South Dakota Voter Guide
Everything South Dakota voters need to know about statewide contests in the 2026 primary and general elections.
Assessing SD gubernatorial candidates' property tax proposals
A look at ideas from the GOP candidates for governor includes comparisons to California's Prop 13. "This may actually increase local costs instead of decreasing them."
What $189M in rural health care funding may mean for SD
The Rural Health Transformation Program focuses heavily on technology improvements and workforce recruitment across the state, and aims to improve maternal and behavioral health care.
As student violence rises, state wants districts to have options
A 2024 survey found that aggressive behavior was the second-most common job complaint among educators behind low wages.
State-tribal relations shifts tone 1 year after Noem exit
"It was almost like a light switch went on and it just felt like that immediate, 'OK, we're doing a new thing now and this is the olive branch that we are willing to offer.'"
Hot topics aplenty on 2026 SD legislative session agenda
Session will feature a robust debate on how to spend limited state funds. "We have a long list of ideas people want to discuss," said top budgeting lawmaker Mike Derby.