State Rep. Will Mortenson, R-Fort Pierre, speaks in the South Dakota House of Representatives on Feb. 4, 2025. He spoke against a bill Thursday that he said would result in "locking up librarians." ...

South Dakota House Speaker Jon Hansen and Speaker Pro Tempore Karla Lems will make a joint announcement on April 24, sparking speculation of a gubernatorial ticket for 2026. Political observers ...

Two bills proposing South Dakota start new school choice finance options were both killed in the House Education Committee on Wednesday morning after more than two hours of testimony and debate. The ...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A resolution in the South Dakota House supports the expansion of Amtrak service to South Dakota. House Resolution 6008 is “Supporting the effort to bring Amtrak passenger ...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A bill aimed at banning sanctuary cities was heard in the South Dakota House of Representatives Monday passing on a 62-6 vote. Senate Bill 7, an act to prohibit the adoption ...

A recent poll shows Attorney General Marty Jackley leading the 2026 U.S. House primary race with 57% of Republican voter support. A significant portion of voters, 36%, remain undecided in the race for ...

The South Dakota House passed a bill requiring state-owned facilities to segregate restrooms based on sex assigned at birth. Supporters argue the bill protects women and girls, while opponents say it ...