This week's must-read Iowa worker news and upcoming layoffs for Mar. 12, 2026.
I spoke with an Iowa woman who says the government's Medicaid cuts mean she's relying on unpaid care work from her friends.
Protests, rallies, and candidate meetings for Mar. 10-17, 2026
Could air pollution, fossil fuels, and particulate matter be fueling Iowa's cancer rise? Karin Stein, the Iowa field organizer for Eco Madres and Moms Clean Air Force, explains.
Protests, rallies, and meet a candidate: Mar. 3-10, 2026
There's no such thing as plastic "recycling"—Karin Stein, the Iowa field organizer for Moms Clean Air Force and Eco Madres, explains.
Iowa Worker's Almanac news briefs and layoffs for Feb. 26, 2026:
Brenntag Des Moines workers have been locked out of work by their employer. But what is a lockout—and how can you support workers right now?
Teamsters Local 90 is holding a community rally in support of Brenntag Des Moines workers today (Thursday, Feb, 26) at 3 p.m. at the plant, located at 1979 N.E. 54th Ave. in Des Moines. They're asking the public to come out and show support.
Protests, rallies, and events across Iowa for Feb. 24-Mar. 3, 2026
