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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.
Top 5 legislative developments
A summary of the top headlines out of the South Dakota Legislature.
Biotech defined: Economic impact, SD companies and more
Industry leaders in the state are trying to make South Dakota a bigger part of a $3.2 trillion industry.
Flood of bureaucracy leaves prime home lots vacant in Fort Pierre
"It's going to take an act of Congress, literally, to get this changed."
Tense Senate vote exposes fault lines surrounding data centers
Missing lawmaker among the issues vexing proposed legislation that has failed.
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.