Government and Politics
Total 231 Posts
Free April 20 seminar explains South Dakota’s open government laws
"Understanding South Dakota's Open Government Laws" is designed for journalists, students, public officials and South Dakotans who want to learn more about information that's publicly available or should be.
Supreme Court case could impact out-of-state abortions for South Dakotans
Minnesota doctor says her Just the Pill organization could use mobile units to serve South Dakota residents who cross the border.
Painting a better picture: More funding, partnerships could boost juvenile diversion services
Diversion programs can help low-offending juveniles avoid getting entangled in the criminal justice system. Lawmakers recently upped the reimbursement rate to counties for these programs, but not every community has the same resources.
Bipartisan cooperation is focus of Chiesman Democracy Conference at USD
Daylong March 26 gathering in Vermillion is free and includes lunch
Hand counting vs. voting machines: Debate rages in South Dakota
Nearly 90% of county officials who administer elections in the state don't find hand counts effective or efficient. Activists counter that they don't trust the machines.
Airbnb, Vrbo rental laws remain a puzzle in South Dakota
'You get people who want to move here and put down roots, but they can't'
Here are the 4 ballot measures South Dakota voters could have a say on this election
Citizen-led issues on abortion, open primaries and a grocery tax are sure things, and recreational pot is a possibility