SDPB News

Today from SDPB - why water resource experts are asking you to not take the resource for granted, a RCAS bond vote is on the horizon but recent history suggests it faces an uphill battle and more.

Today from SDPB - a billionaire-backed PAC's attempt to oust incumbent governor in his pursuit of the GOP nomination, an in-depth look at that runoff and more.

Today from SDPB - incumbent Gov. Larry Rhoden beat Toby Doeden in the primary runoff election for governor, voter turnout numbers are hard to compare with the election's unique nature and more.

Today from SDPB - a new learning lab is opening in Sioux Falls, the governor is seeking disaster relief funds after severe summer storms affected parts of the state and more.

Today from SDPB - a South Dakota delegate wants to start the conversation on sports event prediction markets, Badlands National Park achieves a prestigious designation and more.

Today from SDPB - Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun proposes to reduce the city's budget and Sioux Falls Mayor Christine Erickson endorses incumbent Governor Larry Rhoden in GOP gubernatorial runoff.

Today from SDPB - the rural community of Faith is preparing for its stock show and rodeo, South Dakota looks to gain traction in the gravel biking trend, and 14 arrests were made in a multi-state drug operation.

Today from SDPB - one community breaks ground on a multi-million-dollar facility that expands access to all forms of health care, a state official hopes South Dakota will see an improvement in MMR vaccinations at school age and more.

Today from SDPB - lawmakers speak to the state's FY2026 budget surplus, GOP gubernatorial candidates Toby Doeden and incumbent Larry Rhoden speak on policies and more.

Today from SDPB - counties can establish a half-cent sales tax to lower property taxes, a judge is halting enforcement on a state law banning the advertisement of abortion pills and more.

Today from SDPB - the Sioux Falls School District is making changes as it finalizes its FY2027 budget, the South Dakota Republican Party sees a record high as the gubernatorial runoff approaches and more.

Today from SDPB - a new poll shows Governor Larry Rhoden ahead in the upcoming runoff, a rural community receives a housing grant, and the state's airports receive additional funding.

Today from SDPB - the Sioux Falls mayoral runoff election is over following a recount and a concession, an energy company looks to build its power plant elsewhere following opposition from a community and more.

Today from SDPB - South Dakota is receiving over $8 million dollars in a settlement with the video game Roblox, Rapid City Council approves an effort to expand heavy industrial zoning and more.

Today from SDPB - Sioux Falls finally has a winner in their mayoral race, the state Supreme Court rules against homeowners after their homes were damaged by a mining sinkhole and more.

Today from SDPB - a state board rejects a voting rights group's petition for rule changes of a new state law, a heatwave hitting the Black Hills means wildfire potential and more.

Today from SDPB - a suspect is dead and a police officer is in the hospital after a shooting in Sioux Falls, the Sioux Falls mayoral election vote recount is underway and more.

Today from SDPB - recovery efforts in the Highmore area following severe storm, the latest economic report for the Midwest region, the Edgemont theater keeping theatric melodrama alive, and more.

Today from SDPB - the outgoing Mayor of Sioux Falls makes an endorsement for governor, Pennington County responds to a cybersecurity breach and more.

Today from SDPB - Officials are preparing for President Donald Trump's visit to Mount Rushmore, officers and deputies remind boaters of important safety tips and more.

Today from SDPB - AI and its implications were the basis for a consumer rights argument, Governor Rhoden declares a state of emergency for the counties impacted by severe thunderstorms and more.

Today from SDPB - a new AAA survey previews the upcoming 4th of July travel weekend, bills passed by Legislature take effect and more.

Today from SDPB - The Supreme Court sides with Monsanto in its fight against liability over warning labels, severe weather rolled through northeast SD this morning as more storms are expected tonight and more.

Today from SDPB - South Dakota's lone rabbi shares updates on a new community center, a reminder on the importance of safety during motorcycle season and more.

Today from SDPB - Mayday Health and the state government await a ruling connected to Roe V. Wade, President Donald Trump will attend Mount Rushmore fireworks amid drought conditions and more.

The Sioux Falls mayoral runoff race is headed for a recount after just two votes split the candidates; lawmakers discuss ways the Dept. of Corrections can improve recidivism rates; and rural ambulance services are facing tight budget and staffing problems statewide. Those stories and more on today's SDPB News podcast.

Today from SDPB - additional information on the charges related to McKenna Wendel's death, a foster care program opens two new homes to serve the Rapid City community and more.

Today from SDPB - a report suggests the state has room to improve in education, prices will increase for low-income housing built by SD inmates, and state lawmakers look for funding for EMS services.

Today from SDPB - the Legislative Research Council searches for a new director while also complying to new federal rules, a South Dakota nonprofit dedicated to suicide prevention dissolves and more.

Today from SDPB - two perspectives on AI use in universities and the workforce, information about absentee runoff voting in Sioux Falls and more.

Today from SDPB - a South Dakota Supreme Court ruling, Sioux Falls entities are training ahead of the air show and more.

Today from SDPB News — Some in the Republican say results from the June 2 legislative primaries could indicate a shift in policy and legislative leadership, a bison that fatally struck a woman in the Black Hills will not be euthanized, and students gather in the Black Hills for Farmers Union camp.

Today from SDPB - all nine SD tribes pass resolution to revoice claim to Black Hills, archeologists near Sturgis look for traces of forgotten life and updates on America's 250th celebrations.

Today from SDPB - lawmakers approve a rules package that increases funding for needy families, the Eighth Circuit Court hears oral arguments in a case that has ramifications for South Dakota and a tribute to SDPB's Karl Gehrke, who died on Tuesday.

Today from SDPB - a former president visited South Dakota Friday, a paper celebrates 150 years, data centers and more.

Today from SDPB - insights ahead of the June 23 Sioux Falls mayoral runoff election, a look at the economy and more.

Today from SDPB - the latest in the state as South Dakota wraps its arms around the results of the primary election and more.

Today from SDPB - the latest from primary election day.

Today from SDPB - it's election day, a potential scientific breakthrough and why some aren't necessarily sold on a trade deal with China announced by the Trump Administration.

Today from SDPB - state Supreme Court decision, dry weather and more.

Today from SDPB News — how South Dakota's Republican legislative primary races reflect a broader battle within the GOP, plus how drought conditions are impacting both wildfire conditions in the Black Hills and farmers and ranchers on the plains.

Today from SDPB - the U.S. is attempting to negotiate with Iran as some anticipate a resolution to the conflict, an economic report and more.

Today from SDPB - teacher pay, a fund as a result of the Trump-IRS settlement, a candidate profile and more.

Today from SDPB - a look at one legislative district's races, the GOP primary governor's race and more.

Today from SDPB - a uranium mining exploration hearing in Hot Springs is halted following a federal suit filed on the matter, new public polling suggests a shakeup at the top of the GOP primary race for governor and more.

Today from SDPB - groups are spending money to attack candidates in the GOP primary race for governor, the Presentation Sisters are looking ahead following the closure of Presentation College and more.

Today from SDPB - campaign finance in the GOP Republican primary for governor race, the latest on a case tied to uranium mining in the Black Hills and more.

Today from SDPB - a hearing tied to uranium mining in the Black Hills, a look at a state-backed public safety operation that's met public opposition and more.

Today from SDPB - an event around Missing and Murdered Indigenous People month, a look at the labor market and more.

Today from SDPB - the latest in agriculture as planting season begins, news on South Dakota's lone death row inmate, a look at a Congressional bill hoping to tackle fertilizer transparency and more.

Today from SDPB - potentially positive news for state wheat producers, a look at an effort the state's using to create more teachers in South Dakota and more.