South Dakota Public Media Survives One Year Without Federal Funds
#PublicMedia #SouthDakotaA year after President Trump ended federal funding, South Dakota’s public media network continues operating through local support and resilience, showcasing adaptation and community-driven survival in the face of lost government aid. read more
Father-Son Duo Push for Abortion Rights in South Dakota
#SouthDakota #AbortionRightsA Catholic father-son duo in South Dakota, Rick and Adam Weiland, are fighting for abortion rights amidst a Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v Wade. Despite facing a powerful anti-abortion lobby, they remain determined to restore Roe v Wade-era protections. read more
#SouthDakota #AbortionRightsBattle
Anti-abortion activists in South Dakota sue over a ballot measure seeking to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution, prompting the group behind the measure to involve federal judge. The battle intensifies as both sides argue over signature validity and state laws. read more
#SouthDakota #abortionrights
South Dakota is set to decide on abortion rights this fall as voters will determine whether the state can regulate the procedure, following a trigger law banning almost all abortions. Advocates achieved enough signatures, but face strong opposition from Republican lawmakers. read more
#SouthDakota #NativeAmericans
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is now barred from 1/5 of her state due to bans from seven Native American reservations following her claims about tribal leaders benefiting from drug cartels, amid controversies including a dog-killing scandal. read more