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."

Fact brief: Was an east-west split of Dakota Territory considered?

A retrospective released by the state of South Dakota on the 125th anniversary of statehood noted that other proposals had support.

Indian rodeo: Documenting 1 of South Dakota's oldest traditions

How a lifelong statehouse lobbyist also captures the nuances of rural and reservation rodeos. “I fear I'm documenting the end of something.”

Fact brief: Does SD have any laws about Automatic License Plate Readers?

Flock Safety’s Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR) are operational in 49 states, including South Dakota.

250+ years of American civics and news

Nonpartisan events in Vermillion, Watertown, Sioux Falls and Custer State Park include a discussion about civic responsibilities and how to find fact-based news and information.

SD tourism leader: High gas prices could hold 'silver lining'

"It's our family trip, so if we needed to pay a little more for gas, it's no big deal."

Fact brief: Has SD always used lethal injection for executions?

Jack McCall was the state's first execution in 1877. He was convicted of killing Wild Bill Hickok in Deadwood.
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