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A South Dakota representative is resigning just as the 2025 session is set to begin. Representative-elect Herman Otten says he's declining to take his seat for District 6, which includes northern Lincoln County.
The South Dakota Child Care Task Force has released its first report on sustainable solutions to the state's child care shortage. The 60-page document includes community success stories, the cost of care, and policy proposals.
The 100th South Dakota legislature convenes Jan. 14. Rep. Scott Odenbach is the incoming House Majority Leader. He expects lawmakers to address property tax relief, the cost of a new men's prison—as well as carbon pipeline regulation and eminent domain.
South Dakota's DUI rate is well over 160 percent above the national average, according to a new report. As a result, advocates have a message to the public—enjoy yourself safely in 2025.
Deep sea research is taking place over 1500 miles from the coastline. At South Dakota Mines, researchers have one big question—how can we turn seaweed into jet fuel?
And more.