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Iowa Republicans Strangely Quiet After New Trump Indictment
After former President Donald Trump’s latest indictment, Iowa Republicans didn’t seem to have much to say. Shortly after 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Trump was charged with conspiring to defraud the United States for his attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election,...
Iowans Gave Us the ‘Scoop’ on the 30 Best Ice Cream Parlors in Iowa
Looking for the best ice cream in Iowa? Look no further: Iowans gave us the scoop on the Top 30 places to cool off with a sweet treat.
Take a Free Yoga Class at an Iowa Park This Summer
If you’re looking to get outside for a low-impact workout, several cities around Iowa have you covered. Take a look at the cities offering yoga classes this summer:
Guest Post: Making Iowa Better for Black Residents By Confronting Those in Power
We have enough data that identify what the challenges are. What remains for us to do is to summon the will to confront and defeat those pernicious forces!
Beat the Iowa Heat This Week at One of These Free Cooling Centers
With hotter temperatures in the forecast this week than Iowa has seen all year, cooling centers are opening up around the state where people can recover in an air conditioned place for free.
Bicycle-Friendly Iowa Route Maps Just Dropped for 2023-2024
As cyclists crossed the state for RAGBRAI, the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) announced it just released its latest bicycle map for the 2023-24 season.
Where’s the Best Barbecue in Iowa? Here are 13 Locally Owned BBQ Joints Iowans Love
The Hawkeye State leads the nation in pork production—so you’re gonna find some of the best barbecue joints anywhere in the Midwest right here in Iowa. We’ve got a list of 13 that are owned by locals.
The 36 Best Dive Bars In Iowa, According To Iowans
Ah, dive bars. Loved by regulars, but never snobby or high class. We asked Iowans which ones were the best, and you delivered.
The 36 Best Breweries In Iowa, According to Iowans
What’s the best brewery in Iowa? It’s a tough question to answer. There are too many good ones! So we put it to you for the definitive list.
Iowa Politicians, Abortion Advocates React To Abortion Ban
After the Iowa House and Senate passed a new abortion ban bill—which essentially caps abortions at just six weeks into pregnancy which is before most people find out they're pregnant—reactions from abortion advocates and Iowa politicians came flooding in. Gov. Kim...
Iowa Doctors Warn Six-Week Abortion Ban Risks Lives
Abortion bans endanger people’s lives and fly in the face of medical science and training. That was the message delivered by Dr. Emily Boevers, an OB-GYN in Waverly; Dr. Francesca Turner, an OB-GYN in Des Moines; and Dr. Jill Meadows, the former medical director for...
8 Iowa Theme Parks for an Unforgettable Summer
Get wild in Iowa this summer with our roundup of adventure and theme parks for every thrill seeker in your crew.
Abortion Ban Will Be The Sole Focus Of Iowa Special Session
The Iowa Legislature will convene for a special session on Tuesday, July 11, for the sole purpose of enacting another abortion ban. Gov. Kim Reynolds called for a special session to enact abortion legislation less than three weeks after the Iowa Supreme Court blocked...
10 Iowa Small Towns You Must Make The Time To Explore
There’s much more to Iowa than its urban areas. The state is home to a wide range of rural areas with small-town charm, beautiful panoramic views, and deep history.
18 Corny, Zany, and Truly Special Iowa Festivals in 2023
Hobo Days, Medieval Times, and the chance to live like Laura Ingalls Wilder… Get a slice of Iowa (and a lot of corn) at 2023’s most exciting festivals.
The Best Hiking Trail in Iowa, According to Iowans
Here are the best hiking trails in the state, according to you, our readers.
Nonprofit Distributes Free Reproductive Health Kits For Iowans
A new initiative launched by the Family Planning Council of Iowa (FPCI) aims to bring Iowans affordable health care by providing free reproductive health kits for those in need. The initiative comes one year after Roe v. Wade was overturned by the US Supreme Court,...
Biden Administration Buying Electric Buses For Iowa
The Biden administration is helping Iowa get its public transportation up to current standards by directing $43 million to the state for electric buses and related infrastructure. The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced...
12 Foods to Put on Your Iowa Foodie Bucket List This Summer
Whether you are new to the Hawkeye State, a lifelong resident, or just passing through, these are the foods you should try for a true Iowa summer experience.
Iowa Gets $415 Million for High-Speed Internet Expansion From Biden’s Infrastructure Law
It’s been said that high-speed internet is the electricity of the 21st century—with it, amazing things are possible, but without it, families and communities can miss out on crucial economic opportunities, experience worse educational outcomes, receive worse health...
Iowa’s 17 Award-Winning Historic Preservation Projects for 2023
Iowa is full of old buildings—some over a hundred years old, and some with significant impacts on the communities they’re in.
Planned Parenthood Makes Changes To Iowa Locations A Year Post-Roe
One year after Roe v. Wade was overturned, people seeking reproductive healthcare are feeling what was expected: lack of accessibility, uncertainty, rising costs, and fear. Despite increasing challenges, Planned Parenthood is responding with an abortion access plan to...
The Cheapest Places To Save For a Wedding (This Iowa Metro is #12)
The average American wedding costs between $10,000 and $28,000. Some couples will spend up to $100,000 for a lavish event – or more. But the cost of a wedding doesn’t only depend on the couple and their tastes: It also depends on where you live, and where you intend to get married.
Iowa Lawmakers React To Decision That Keeps Abortion Legal
Iowa’s state lawmakers weighed in Friday after a split 3-3 Iowa Supreme Court decision rejected Gov. Kim Reynolds’ law limiting abortion, keeping in place the right to terminate your pregnancy up to 20 weeks.
Iowa Abortion Advocates: This Is A Step In The Right Direction
Francine Thompson's home state has not given her a lot to celebrate lately. “I'm a sixth-generation Iowan and I'm very proud of the state that I live in,” said Thompson, who serves as executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic in Iowa City. “But I have been...
PrideFest Won’t Let Iowa’s Political Climate Ruin The Event
The juxtaposition of the Iowa Capitol and the section of Des Moines' East Village where PrideFest takes place will be even more glaring this year after Republican lawmakers spent a bulk of the 2023 legislative session crafting and implementing anti-LGBTQ laws. The...
Find Iowa’s Free Children’s Meal Sites for Summer 2023
The state of Iowa has released resources for finding locations serving free meals to children this summer.
Sioux City Jail Almost 40% More Expensive Than Voters Agreed To
The initial estimate for the new Woodbury County Jail has gone up by 40%. If costs keep going up like they are, “we could be the most expensive jail in the United States.”
Sioux City Valedictorian Used Speech To Stand Up For LGBTQ Rights
The moment Patrick Baughman had been waiting for all year was here. He knew he would be the valedictorian for Sioux City's West High School Class of 2023. He knew he would give a speech. He also knew he wanted to say something important. When that moment arrived on...