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The South Dakota Democratic Party is praising Kamala Harris' decision to name Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is also reacting to the pick.
A new state law allows poll watchers more power on Election Day. A bill passed in March requires polling places be arranged so poll watchers can "plainly see and hear what is done in the polling place."
Many state lawmakers are skeptical of DSS projections for Medicaid expansion in the 2025 fiscal year. This comes amid a slow rollout after voter-approved Medicaid expansion became available last July.
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says a wave of recent arrests involving inmates and several former Department of Corrections employees reflects efforts to keep prison safe.
Gov. Kristi Noem praises the state's efforts to tackle mental health. Noem joined the Department of Social Services as a speaker during a recent suicide prevention conference in Sioux Falls.
The Sturgis Rally is here and that means just about every hotel, motel, and campground is packed to the gills. That also includes short-term rentals like AirBnB and VRBO.
And more.