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Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: ‘The people closest to the problem are often the ones who can find the solution’

March 24, 2025

About two years ago, tents started to show up in my neighborhood along the creek beds and in small stands of trees. Most only became visible when the leaves fell, exposing their orange rainflies and blue tarps. This increase in houselessness didn’t feel surprising to me or to my neighbors: The rent has nearly doubled…

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: ‘The people closest to the problem are often the ones who can find the solution’

The deadliest natural disasters in Iowa history

October 20, 2024

Iowans are no stranger to severe weather. Learn more about some of Iowa’s deadliest natural disasters, from floods and tornadoes to droughts and derechos.

The deadliest natural disasters in Iowa history

‘Shame On Us,’ Says Iowa Senator As SNAP Restriction Bill Passes

March 23, 2023

A bill that would add more hoops to jump through for federal public assistance money—legislation that would cost the state millions over the next few years to put in place—passed the Iowa Senate Wednesday. The bill, Senate File 494, passed along party lines, with all Republicans in favor and all Democrats against. Sen. Jeff Edler…

‘Shame On Us,’ Says Iowa Senator As SNAP Restriction Bill Passes

Ethics complaint filed against Iowa Rep. Shannon Lundgren over character reference for convicted child abuser

August 25, 2026

An advocacy group’s ethics complaint alleges Rep. Shannon Lundgren improperly used her official title and Statehouse letterhead to vouch for a Dubuque County man convicted of child abuse.

Ethics complaint filed against Iowa Rep. Shannon Lundgren over character reference for convicted child abuser

Changing the Channel: Des Moines bar puts women’s sports front and center

October 21, 2025

Des Moines is on the precipice of becoming a safe haven for women’s sports.

Changing the Channel: Des Moines bar puts women’s sports front and center

🌱 4/20 deals in Iowa’s border states

April 17, 2026

Plus: Only in Iowa & the cutest pet photo! Share with a friend 🗣️ It’s Friday. Time for Only in Iowa, this week’s pet photo, Positively Iowa, and news you can use. Which Iowa restaurant makes the best breaded tenderloin? Vote here. My favorite way to find new Iowa artists and bands is the annual Tiny…

Driven by public service, Matt Blake aims for education, reproductive rights reset in Iowa Senate race

September 23, 2024

When Matt Blake moved to Urbandale, he got involved in the community almost immediately and volunteered to help with the annual 4th of July parade. Within a few months, he’d been appointed the leader of the organization. A few years later, he was inspired to run for Urbandale City Council. “I’m a big believer that…