C.J. Keene
ReporterC.J. Keene is a Rapid City-based journalist covering the legal system, education, and culture. Originally from Omaha, C.J. studied journalism, media, and film studies at Doane University in Crete, Nebraska.
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The bill was brought by Piedmont Republican Sen. John Carley. He said nothing short of hand counting every ballot in South Dakota will definitively satisfy his election security concerns. -
It would allow the Secretary of State, local auditors, or even individual registered voters to file an application challenging an individual right to vote case. -
A bill which would mandate the teaching of the Oceti Sakowin Essential Understandings, or OSEUs, has advanced from the Senate Education Committee. -
Another bill seeking to use public dollars to fund private and alternative education has advanced from committee in Pierre. This time though, it comes in the form of tax credits to fund alternative education. -
A bill which could add steep penalties to labor agitation has been approved by a House committee. -
Major infrastructure upgrades are underway at Ellsworth Air Force Base just outside of Rapid City. -
The bill sponsor says it would close the gap between admin and teachers, but opponents say it’s the wrong solution to the teacher pay question. -
Twin bills seeking support for developments at Ellsworth Air Force Base near Rapid City have been moved into the appropriations committee. -
Hemp in South Dakota is just beginning to find its footing, and already the commodity is making waves across the ag industry. At the same time, a war-torn nation begins to take its baby steps into the business. Where do these two roads intersect? -
The bill would mandate an official declaration of war or Congressional action before the state Guard can be deployed.
