Government and Politics
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Timeline of Noem's book launch: 'They're attacking me like crazy'
The national profile of the second-term Republican governor has certainly been raised, but even usually friendly conservative media outlooks took her to task.
US Senate confirms Theeler, Schulte as federal district judges
Camela Theeler will be assigned to the Western Division in Rapid City, while Eric Schulte will work the Central Division in Pierre.
Recreational pot campaign makes another ballot run in South Dakota
What's different this time and how it's an issue-rich election with abortion, open primaries and a grocery tax repeal also likely on the fall ballot. And voters will decide whether to impose a work requirement for Medicaid and remove male-only references in state documents.
US Postal Service downgrades South Dakota mail operations
Rural areas and cities impacted: "If you drop a letter in the mailbox, whether it’s going to Sioux Falls, Brandon or Texas, it’s going to go down to Omaha."
SD Senate's GOP power balance at stake: 5 primary races to watch
Republican Party divide between establishment and far-right factions comes to a head in June 4 primary elections. Here's what to watch for.
'The kids are what you love:' 2 foster families share their stories
State officials say South Dakota is in need of more people to help foster children. News Watch spoke to two families about the system, the challenges and what it will take to get more people involved.
South Dakota judicial nominees pass committee, head to full US Senate vote
Camela Theeler and Eric Schulte, both of Sioux Falls, were nominated by President Joe Biden and supported by Republican Sens. John Thune and Mike Rounds.