Gov. Kristi Noem’s proposal to establish new education savings accounts has drawn criticism from the South Dakota Education Association.

If you missed her speech Tuesday, here's what she said verbatim about her budget plans ahead of the next legislative session.

Gov. Noem speaks about her plans for South Dakota to remain fiscally stable as she prepares to join the Trump administration.

South Dakota lawmakers are headed to Pierre Tuesday and so is KELOLAND News. We are planning to bring you full coverage of what could be Governor Kristi Noem’s final budget address. You can find a live report from the state Capitol on Midday in KELOLAND.

Kristi Noem will deliver her final budget address Dec. 3 at the South Dakota State Capitol in Pierre, outlining her economic vision with an eye toward the next stage of her political career. It’s natural for governors to emphasize the positive in these circumstances,