Chris Karr

Gov. Larry Rhoden finalized the 30 people tasked to fix what many deem a broken rehabilitation system at the state’s Department of Corrections.

In a special session, lawmakers moved forward with a plan to construct a new 1,500-bed prison facility in Sioux Falls.

South Dakota lawmakers are taking up a growing nationwide effort to streamline services for vulnerable populations.

One of the biggest battles in state finances in recent memory has been what to do with the state property tax. At the most recent interim meeting though, cuts up to 50 percent were sought.

Some landowners in Sioux Falls and Box Elder are throwing their hat into the ring for a potential prison site.

A bill modifying the South Dakota-Ireland Trade Commission passes committee.

Despite already studying the idea for years, South Dakota lawmakers will likely miss a key deadline to secure a bid for the 1,500 bed men’s prison near Sioux Falls.

The future of a new, 1,500-bed men’s prison near Sioux Falls is in serious doubt following actions taken by the South Dakota state legislature on Monday. Some state lawmakers want another look at options to alleviate overcrowding in the prison system.

Rhoden has had a long legislative career leading up to this moment which has left him respected by peers on both sides of the aisle.

With the opening of session comes the naming of new leaders, and the voices of present leaders. For South Dakota, much of that is rebuilding faith in key state institutions after a few long years.