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An Iowa DOGE. Statewide bans on cell phones in classrooms. And incentives for practicing medicine in Iowa. Read Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds' Condition of the State address. Tuesday night, Gov. Kim Reynolds delivered her annual Condition of the State address to a joint...
Republican legislators swaggered back to Des Moines with deeper ranks. Despite eight years of one-party rule, Iowa legislative Republicans say there’s more cuts to be made. The Iowa Capitol buzzed Monday morning, crowded with freshmen legislators jockeying for seat...
Where can you find the best pizza in Iowa?
From bacon and books to music and art, there’s an Iowa festival for all sorts of hobbies and interests 2025. Learn more about the best Iowa festivals you’ll want to add to your calendar.
Iowa Democrats voted to reelect Rita Hart to lead the party for another four years. On Saturday, the Iowa Democratic Party’s State Central Committee elected its new chair, Rita Hart of Clinton, by what one voter called a “landslide.” She received 78 percent of the...
Muscatine, Iowa, has eight sister cities around the world. Find out how these international destinations foster understanding in southeastern Iowa.
Iowa City’s pizza offerings will not disappoint.
Whether you want a festive feast or a simple holiday meal, there are several restaurants open in Iowa on Christmas Day to welcome you and yours.
To add some magic to your Iowa winter, consider dashing through the snow in a horse-drawn sleigh.
Iowa Democrats didn't exactly get points on the board in 2024. But it's not all bad news. Toss the bags with us as we get a temperature check on what a recount can—and more importantly, cannot—do. I don’t have to tell you that 2024 was not a good year for Democrats....
From getting long-lasting birth control to removing fallopian tubes, some Iowans are taking drastic measures as Iowa begins a six-week abortion ban and President Donald Trump takes office next month.
MAGA activists threaten to primary US Sen. Joni Ernst over her hesitation in backing controversial Trump pick Pete Hegseth. And they’re looking at the Iowa roots of a certain Arizona politician to make it happen. Back in 2020, Republican US Sen. Joni Ernst celebrated...
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds last week announced she would again ask for a waiver to not have to administer a federal program that ensures children don’t go hungry in the summer when school is out. The Summer EBT, or SUN Bucks, program gives low-income families with...
From artists to bakers and even Taylor Swift fans, Iowa’s entrepreneurs are worth investing in, and they’ve got the best gifts this holiday season.
With the holidays fast approaching, Iowans have plenty of ways to celebrate an array of traditions. Here are the best holiday events happening in Iowa this year.
A recount confirmed Democratic state Sen. Sarah Trone Garriott’s victory over Republican challenger Mark Hanson. The votes are tallied, and incumbent state Sen. Garriott of West Des Moines is safe. Hanson, of Waukee, challenged her 24-ballot lead to a recount...
County recount boards are recounting ballots for one seat in Congress and three in the state legislature. While recounts are unlikely to change the outcomes in most races, they have before. When races are close, Iowa Code gives candidates the ability to call for...
We’re in for a big fight next year that will pit multinational chemical companies and their billion-dollar profits against the health and well-being of everyday Iowans.
Rightwing activists are going after books across the country. And in Iowa, the number of bans is near the top of the country. An analysis of book bans in the US over the last three years found 10,000 books were banned. And nearly 36% were in Iowa. From Adel DeSoto...
Iowa Democrats didn't exactly get points on the board in 2024. But it's not all bad news. Toss the bags with us as we get a temperature check on what a recount can—and more importantly, cannot—do. I don’t have to tell you that 2024 was not a good year for Democrats....
Keep your Thanksgiving meal local this holiday season. Check out this list of businesses where you can source your turkey and other fixings for a truly delicious feast.
We care for us: That’s the message we want Iowans to carry with them in the immediate aftermath of the election, instead of despair.
Despite some Democratic wins, Republicans carried the night. They maintain control of the Iowa Legislature and congressional seats. Going into Tuesday, Iowa Democrats had a lot to be excited about. A list of winnable seats in Des Moines. Two seats in Congress labeled...
Good Election Day afternoon to you all, but especially to J. Ann Selzer, who could (depending on Iowa's outcome) end up predicting something no other pollster did, and henceforth be crowned the queen of polling. How are we feeling? Would hearing from an excited...
Democratic challenger Lanon Baccam made one last appeal to supporters in his bid against Republican US Rep. Zach Nunn.
Now that you’ve voted, how does your vote get counted? We drew a roadmap Iowa takes after each Election Day to certify its results. You voted. You did your job. With a little patience we’ll have a result. Because there is so much attention on getting you to a precinct...
Iowa’s families are counting on us. On November 5th, let’s vote for representation we can be proud of.
The country is reeling after the new Iowa Poll had Harris 3 percentage points ahead of Trump in Iowa. Just days before the 2024 election, the Hawkeye State is on the map. Saturday afternoon, Iowa GOP Chair Jeff Kaufmann was excited. The new Des Moines...
The bustling city of Marshalltown has made a concerted effort to host murals that brighten up the community. Follow along for some fun photo ops.
Naturalized citizens are asking a federal judge to rescind an order from the Iowa Secretary of State requiring them to jump through more hoops to have their vote counted. The judge could have a ruling by Sunday. Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate, a Republican, is...
