Short-term rentals highlight balancing act of Black Hills housing

Property owners see opportunity but must navigate a patchwork of local policies.

Must an Amber Alert be issued within a certain amount of time?

The alerts notify the public of abducted children via TV and radio broadcasting, highway signs, cellphones and the internet.

South Dakota Democrats seek new message for voter momentum

State party leaders hope for a pendulum swing in the 2026 midterms, but patience might be needed for significant gains.

Populists seek staying power with Republican takeover

"What happened here? What changed in South Dakota politics when a Hand County farmer ends up as chair of the GOP?"

USD conference to focus on election integrity

The daylong program includes details about a plan to teach all public university students about civics.

Does the state of South Dakota penalize women for taking an abortion pill?

A short fact brief that refutes or confirms a claim with supporting information and additional evidence and context.

Free training for reporting on U.S. courts in South Dakota

Two federal judges to lead session that's open to journalists, students and anyone interested in the justice system.
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