Do South Dakotans have the highest rate of medical debt in the nation?

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

Prison project faces legislative, legal hurdles

"A prison, like a jail, is a necessary government function, and it must be located somewhere," a state circuit judge ruled. Part 2 of a 3-part series.

State prison project draws strong views, harsh criticism

Perspectives from neighbors, policy analysts, law enforcement and governors show plenty of division surrounding South Dakota's plan to build a new prison in rural Lincoln County.

International educators help alleviate SD teacher shortage

“The bottom line is this: 'Do you want a teacher in the classroom or do you want your kids to learn virtually through a video screen?'”

Are more elderly South Dakotans working?

Fact brief that refutes or confirms statements with supporting information and additional evidence and context.

Q&A: Dusty Johnson talks Trump, tariffs and the Panama Canal

Johnson says there is great enthusiasm for the Trump presidency among members of the U.S. Congress.

Immigration crackdown comes to South Dakota

Impact also includes misinformation, fears and rumors about ICE raids. “People are terrified."
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