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Addresses to the Legislature and more | Today's Stories | Jan. 14

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On today's update...

In the first week of session, key priorities are laid out by some of the state’s most prominent figures. For the courts system, the State of the Judiciary offers a window into priorities for the coming twelve months.

The President of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe is calling for reconciliation between the state of South Dakota and the Sioux Nation governments. SDPB reports on the 2026 State of the Tribes Address.

Policy dominated Gov. Larry Rhoden's first State of the State address.

And more...

Jackson Dircks is a Freeburg, Illinois, native. He received a degree from Augustana University in English and Journalism. He started at SDPB as an intern before transitioning to a politics, business and everything in-between reporter based in Sioux Falls.