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Tennessee Enacts REINS-style bill, the second REINS state in 2026

On May 19, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (R) signed HB 1913 into law. The bill introduces a REINS-style requirement for agency rulemaking, under which the legislature must approve of proposed rules exceeding a cost threshold. The bill also requires rulemaking agencies to seek feedback from trade organizations that would be…

Ballotpedia · May 26

Three candidates are running for South Dakota’s At-Large Congressional District this year — the second most since 2014

This year’s filing deadline for candidates running for the U.S. House of Representatives in South Dakota was March 31, 2026.

Ballotpedia · May 22

South Dakota customer goes to Walmart for regular shopping trip. Little did she know there would be a ‘Code Black’ and a complete store shutdown

Not many customers enter a Walmart store expecting to remain there for hours, but if you live in a state like South Dakota, you may get used to getting stuck in places. In a recent video that got over 4.5 million views, Siouxland-based TikTok creator Taylor (@tayleek) captured a scenario…

The Mary Sue · May 22

What construction workers discovered beneath a South Dakota housing site became one of North America’s richest mammoth fossil localities

In 1974, construction workers in Hot Springs, South Dakota, unearthed a significant Ice Age fossil site. The discovery revealed numerous mammoth fossils trapped in a natural pit, offering a unique glimpse into prehistoric life and the dangers faced by these ancient creatures. This find remains a crucial window into Ice…

The Economic Times · May 13

After Standing Rock, could a canceled mine project offer a roadmap for opponents of a new oil pipeline in South Dakota?

Nine groups in the Sioux Nation say an exploratory graphite drilling project endangered a recognized ceremonial site

The Guardian - US · May 10

4 big water projects underway in South Dakota

A major water expansion project is underway along the Missouri River to provide fresh water to hundreds of thousands of people in South Dakota

The Independent UK · May 4

Tribes sue to halt exploratory drilling in Black Hills near sacred ceremonial site

Nine Native American tribes in South Dakota, North Dakota and Nebraska are suing the federal government, bidding to stop exploratory drilling for graphite near a sacred ceremonial site in the Black Hills

The Independent UK · May 4

13 States With No Retirement Tax Ranked by How Much You Need to 'Retire Comfortably'

A $0 state income tax bill doesn’t always mean a cheaper retirement. See which states stretch your dollar further.

Kiplinger · Apr 21

Kristi Noem and her husband racked up millions in debt prior to her political ascent and his Bimbofication scandal: report

Former Homeland Security secretary and spouse listed between $2.6 million and $3.25 million in debts on federal financial disclosure dating back to her tenure as South Dakota governor, filing shows

The Independent UK · Apr 16

Donald Trump Aides Admit to Creating 'Ghost Job' to Keep Kristi Noem Out of the Senate—Is She a Liability?

Trump aides allegedly created a 'made up' special envoy job to keep Kristi Noem out of a South Dakota Senate race, according to multiple administration sources.

International Business Times UK · Apr 16