First-term Republican Sen. John Carley of Piedmont brought Senate Bill 51, which is similar to legislation that’s popped up in North Dakota, Oklahoma, Texas and Louisiana. Louisiana in particular has a new law requiring schools to post the Ten Commandments, but that’s been stopped by a lower court.

A South Dakota legislative committee Monday debated proposals designed to help combat government fraud and there were clear differences of opinion on whether a key office should be given more powers.

Hunsley has since pleaded guilty to forgery and grand theft by deception for creating a fake vehicle title that she used as proof of a trade-in to help her avoid excise taxes. She was sentenced to three years of probation and ordered to pay a $1,000 fine and $1,200 in restitution to the state.

South Dakota’s political leaders are extending congratulations to Kristi Noem after she was confirmed Saturday for Secretary of Homeland Security. Dusty Johnson extended his congratulations to Noem shortly after her official confirmation.

Gov. Larry Rhoden received Kristi Noem's official resignation as South Dakota governor on Saturday as she joined the Trump administration.

Kristi Noem has resigned as governor of South Dakota after her confirmation by the U.S. Senate as Secretary of Homeland Security. Larry Rhoden is now governor of South Dakota. Noem was chosen by the president-elect to lead the department responsible for immigration and border-related actions that will be central to h…

The South Dakota State Division of Criminal Investigations is investigating a report of possible explosives at the site for the new state prison.

The DCI is investigating a report of possible explosives at the new state prison in Lincoln County. The public is asked to stay away from the scene.

The bill would require the Ten Commandments be posted in each classroom in South Dakota's public schools. But it could face legal challenges.

U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson and South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley, both Republicans, are considered likely future contenders in the race.

“I’ve seen Kristi make good decisions in times of adversity and disaster, and I know she will continue to showcase her strong South Dakota work ethic in her new role.” Marty Jackley also ...

Larry Rhoden succeeds to governor of South Dakota Marty Jackley also extended a congradulations to Kristi Noem. “Congratulations to Gov. Kristi Noem on being confirmed as Homeland Security Director. She understands the need to keep America safe ...