Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 4:15 PM CST
Dakota News Now is taking a look back on Tuesday’s election that saw South Dakota voters hold strong to the status quo, while the surrounding area saw sweeping changes.
Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 6:37 PM CST
In eight straight elections, Democrats watched as their influence in Pierre continued to drop. In 2026, they finally tipped the scales in their favor.
Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 6:09 PM CST
South Dakota Republicans maintained control of their congressional seats, but will need to navigate a Democrat-controlled Congress.
Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 5:17 PM CST
South Dakota’s largest county faced some setbacks on election day, but crossed the finish line.
Updated: Nov. 3, 2026 at 11:14 PM CST
Before the race was called, Senator Rounds spoke with Dakota News Now Capitol Bureau reporter Patrick M. Callahan about the race.