SD: Water
California emissions credits clash with SD CAFO concerns
New forms of renewable energy are emerging within the agricultural sector but a California initiative, which has connections to states like South …
EPA Decision on Factory Farms Criticized by Clean-Water Advocates
The Environmental Protection Agency has announced it will hold off on imposing new regulations dealing with factory farms amid concerns about their li…
Education, Environmental Groups Press for Safe Drinking Water in Schools
With kids in South Dakota and around the nation back in school, the issue of whether all students and staff have access to safe drinking water …
Like Neighboring States, Carbon Pipeline Scrutiny Ramps Up in SD
This month and next, South Dakota regulators are holding hearings about proposed underground pipelines which would carry carbon dioxide for …
'Prairie Pothole' Region, Including SD, Gets Wetland Funding Boost
Through the federal Inflation Reduction Act, South Dakota and surrounding states will receive funds to restore wetland areas. The Interior …
Clean Water Advocates Cheer 3M Decision on Forever Chemicals
South Dakota and all other states have seen the effects of so-called "forever chemicals." Those pushing for their removal say 3M's announcement it wi…
SD Group: No Gold Rush in Black Hills, Please
Public comments are being accepted for a proposed project in the Black Hills National Forest that would involve exploratory drilling for gold…
Infrastructure Bill Could Help with SD Water Quality
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Anyone hoping for a range of new infrastructure projects across America saw a major development this week, with the U.S. Senate …
Meteorologists: Hot, Dry Weather Not a Fluke
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -- Much of South Dakota will see a familiar weather pattern this week: very hot temperatures and little precipitation. With more …
Haaland's Confirmation Cheered by SD Tribal Leader
LOWER BRULE, S.D. -- The U.S. government now has its first Native American serving in a Cabinet leadership post. Rep. Deb Haaland, D-N.M., was …
Tribal Leaders Encouraged by Keystone Cancellation, Want More Action
PIERRE, S.D. -- Shortly after taking office Wednesday, President Joe Biden signed several orders, including one that revokes the presidential permit …
Ag Dept., DNR Merger for SD Back in Spotlight
PIERRE, S.D. -- South Dakota's governor is reviving her proposal to merge two state agencies, including one that oversees protections for public …