Erik Muckey

While Department of Government Efficiency cuts are causing confusion for some, South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden said he’s seen open communication from the federal government.

South Dakota lawmakers are passing a budget to fund state government for the upcoming fiscal year. Many call it a lean budget and anticipate tough financial decisions in the future.

Republicans’ already-iron grip on the South Dakota Legislature got tighter this election.

Outgoing state Democratic lawmakers said the leaders who will run to take their seats are more than capable of carrying the torch.