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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.
South Dakota GOP primary preview: US Senate
A preview of the upcoming GOP U.S. Senate primary election in South Dakota pitting current U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds against Justin McNeal of Rapid City.
South Dakota GOP primary preview: US House
A preview of the upcoming South Dakota GOP U.S. House primary election pitting state Attorney General Marty Jackley against James Bialota.
South Dakota voter guide
Everything South Dakota voters need to know about statewide contests in the 2026 primary and general elections.
11 middle schoolers to compete in state civics bee
The winners chosen from four regional competitions will meet June 11 at Augustana University.
Final primary campaign filings underscore Johnson's financial edge
The four candidates vying for the GOP nomination for South Dakota governor unveiled their final campaign finance figures ahead of the June 2 primary ballot.
New SD law congests local elections; races to watch
Local contests reflect a year of high political involvement and loaded ballots thanks to new South Dakota election law. "Local elections, in particular, you tend to think of when something goes wrong. And so that's when you need to go and do something about it."
Back to the future? SD Senate primaries see a slew of rematches
An examination of key races in this year's election. "If property rights are important to people, they're not going to forget."