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Ballot measure battle could curtail South Dakota's direct democracy
Since 1898, state voters have had the power to propose a law or amendment at elections. Some Republican legislators want to make the process harder.
Greg Sands overcame addiction and prison to find success. Now he's seeking a final chapter.
The founder of Sands Wall Systems went from nearly ruining his life to helping others, but the pain is still there. "He still feels shame about it," says his wife.
Move into SD bunker backfires on family seeking a new life
The problems at the residential bunker complex south of Edgemont, uncovered in a recent News Watch investigation, have landed particularly hard on one family.
Family seeks answers after man killed in raid
Zander Zephier was shot after law enforcement used pepper spray and entered the basement of his family's home on the Yankton Sioux Reservation.
Noem's Cabinet role could be 'untenable:' Former Homeland Security chief
“I suspect there will be many days when she wishes she were back in South Dakota," said Jeh Johnson, who served as Homeland Security secretary under Barack Obama.
Political friction adds stress to South Dakota election process
Despite recent controversies with voter rolls, News Watch poll shows South Dakotans have confidence in accuracy of local elections.
Husband's health scare adds perspective to Fiegen's campaign
Republican Public Utilities Commission chair takes break from re-election effort but still aims for another term in Pierre.