Politics

South Dakota Senate Passes County Sales Tax Option Legislation

The bill would allow counties to adopt a local gross receipts tax to reduce property taxes on owner-occupied homes.

South Dakota Lawmakers Propose Bill to Make Data Centers Cover Utility Costs

The bill would require large data centers to pay for the actual costs they incur on public utilities.

South Dakota Senate Considers Mandatory Reporting Bill for Coaches

Proposed legislation would require coaches to report suspected child abuse or neglect.

South Dakota Reaches Settlement with Mayday Health Over Abortion Pill Ads

Attorney General Jackley says company agreed to remove deceptive and unlawful advertisements in the state.

South Dakota Supreme Court Denies Transgender Woman's Birth Certificate Gender Change

Ruling says state law does not allow for amending sex on birth certificates

South Dakota Joins Coalition To Restrict Abortion Access

State Attorney General Marty Jackley signs on to lawsuit challenging FDA rule expansion

Letters to the Editor Raise Questions About Laws, Enforcement, and Trump's Heroes

Readers debate the roles of ICE, CBP, and the Department of Homeland Security, and whether Trump's political allies reflect concerning ideologies.

ICE Detainee Returns Home in Yankton

Nate Samudzi, a UPS driver in Yankton, was detained by ICE but released after community support.

GoFundMe Page Set Up To Help South Dakota Man Detained By ICE

Nate Samudzi has been in custody since February 12th after being detained by ICE while deboarding a plane in St. Louis.

Kimball City Council Holds March Meeting

Video recording of the town's monthly council session now available online

Kristi Noem's Son-In-Law Sued By Former Company

A1 Development claims Kyle Peters and a business partner stole clients while Peters was still employed.

Sioux Falls Mayor Honored for Mentoring

Paul TenHaken recognized with national award for public service mentorship

South Dakota Passes Law Allowing Voter Citizenship Challenges

New law authorizes individuals and election officials to challenge voters' citizenship status.

Marshall Selberg Exits Sioux Falls Mayor Race

Former City Council member endorses Christine Erickson as other candidates remain in the running.

Watertown, SD Sees Mix of Clouds and Sun

A few sprinkles possible with highs near 33F and lows around 10F.