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For Tiara Mays-Sims, the recent changes to public education in Iowa from the Republican-controlled legislature—especially with Area Education Agencies—are deeply personal. A mother of twins, Mays-Sims noticed early-on that her son wasn’t meeting developmental...
Five reasons why Decorah is the best small town in Iowa to spend a fall day.
Learn about six awe-inspiring natural wonders in Iowa, from a scenic byway to the Maquoketa Caves and more.
Ingrid Alg-Liening is voting because she has watched her family, friends, classmates, and many Americans fall victim to gun violence throughout her life. As a first-time voter who has spent years advocating for gun violence prevention efforts, she is more than ready...
Calling all foodies in Des Moines! The results are in from our readers’ choice poll, and we have the inside scoop on the best new restaurants in town.
Vance wants to give parents more votes than people without children and has been outright hostile to those without kids as part of his worldview that involves using the power of the US government to promote higher birth rates.
Meet Iowa’s Olympic athletes, including those who participated in past Olympics as well as Olympians and Paralympians headed to Paris this summer.
Here’s a curated list of destinations that promise fun-filled outings and enriching experiences, ensuring that your family’s time in Des Moines is as rewarding as it is cost-effective.
The massively consequential ruling from the Supreme Court grants Trump and any future leaders the right to claim immunity from criminal prosecution for “official” acts carried out in office.
Check out the most dazzling fireworks displays that will light up the night skies across Iowa this summer and mark your calendar to take in a show near you.
Celebrate the 2024 summer solstice in style at these 11 events throughout Iowa.
Juneteenth is officially a Monday this year, but events have already started in some places, with many this weekend, and others throughout the month. Check out the list below to find an event near you:
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month. If you're looking for Pride events in Iowa in 2024, here are 22 of them. The first Pride was in 1970, on the one-year commemoration of the Stonewall Uprising, which happened outside of the Stonewall Inn—a bar in New York City—on June 28,...
6,000 doctors urge the Supreme Court to keep abortions in medical emergencies legal. Here’s what you need to know about the doctors’ letter.
Here are 5 free places in Iowa that you must visit.
The former president has suggested he might support a 15-week nationwide abortion ban, cozied up to members of the anti-IVF movement, and is aligned with groups who want to further restrict reproductive freedom.
The Alabama Supreme Court directly cited the Dobbs decision—in which the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade—in its ruling that effectively bans IVF in the state. But amid furious public backlash, Donald Trump and Republicans have raced to distance themselves from the ruling they made possible.
At a time when no town seems safe from the nation’s ultra-divisive politics, Kimberly Sheets hopes that voters in Warren County will value an old-fashioned commitment to service and experience over partisanship in the upcoming special election for county auditor....
Here are the best hiking trails in the state, according to you, our readers.
Ice cream is a beloved treat that’s enjoyed by people of all ages, be it families to teens to kids. From classic flavors like vanilla and chocolate to more creative combinations like rocky road and Neapolitan, ice cream aficionados have a plethora of choices, and the sweet treat’s popularity continues to soar.
Graduation season is around the corner, and college seniors across the country are applying for their first jobs. About 1 in 4 Americans 25 years or older have a bachelor’s degree or higher, and thousands will walk the stage this season to grab their diplomas and start their careers.
While advanced education typically leads to higher pay, there are some jobs with no formal education requirements that pay well.
When it comes to astrology, your sun, moon, and rising signs are typically referred to as your “Big 3.” Okay, cool, but what does that mean? Each of these signs indicates something about your personality. They also speak to your ego, motivations, emotions, and other...
This year’s legislative session activated young Iowans to speak out on issues ranging from private schools to LGBTQ rights to gun violence. Starting Line connected with members of some of the student groups leading the action and invited them to talk about how their...
To help you out during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 8-12) and year-round, we’ve compiled a list of discounts educators can claim while shopping online and in-person.
Sometimes the most memorable trips happen when you seek out unexpected, under-the-radar spots that you never would’ve known about without some prior research.
Certain books deserve a first, second, or maybe even a third read. Using data from Goodreads released in January 2023, Stacker compiled a list of 50 timeless books, plays, and epic poems commonly found on high school reading lists.
As Iowa lawmakers kick off the 2023 session today, advocates for Iowa's working people worry majority Republicans will continue to pass more legislation that will hurt working families. "I just hope there aren't any more economic attacks," said Felicia Hilton,...
The holiday shopping and travel season are coming, so spending a huge amount on a fall getaway isn’t exactly ideal. Fortunately, you don’t have to miss retreating into the crisp autumn air, enjoying the harvest season, and watching the leaves changing color on the...
Coastal folks sometimes refer to Iowa as a flyover state. To live in or have visited Iowa is to know all the exciting, beautiful, and fun destinations across the Hawkeye State. What’s more is that many of the activities and must-visit destinations in Iowa are free....
