Voting Info
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Iowa passed Voter ID laws in 2017. Here’s what to know now
While Iowa’s voter ID law may have put hurdles in the way of casting a ballot, county auditors and poll workers are still committed to helping all eligible citizens vote on Election Day.
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Here’s what to know about how we’re covering the 2024 elections
In our efforts to be a local news source you can trust, we wanted to share a little bit about how we’re thinking about our elections coverage this year—and every year, really.
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How to be a poll worker in Iowa
A guide to becoming a poll worker in Iowa. If you’d like to be an election worker in Iowa, the easiest way to do it is to go to pollworker.iowa.gov. There, you can click or tap on the “Become a Precinct Election Official” button and fill out a form. The Iowa Secretary of State’s Office…
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How to vote on Election Day in Iowa
It’s Election Day, and you have done literally nothing to prepare for this. Don’t worry: You can still vote! Here’s how. Iowa’s general election is Tuesday, November 5, 2024. If you’re reading this on Nov. 5, don’t freak out: You can still register AND vote today. REGISTER TO VOTE See if you’re already registered to vote: …
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Early voting in Iowa: Where, when and how to vote
A step-by-step guide to early voting in Iowa. If you want to vote, but you don’t have the time or ability to go to your polling location for whatever reason, an easy solution is to vote early. In Iowa, the process involves a few steps, but let’s start with a quick explanation. Am I eligible…
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How to skip the crowds when you vote in 2024
If you’re worried about interacting with a bunch of people when you go to the polls to vote this year, you don’t have to be. In fact, voting is generally low-interaction, but if you really want to talk to as few people as possible, you have some options.
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What is an absentee ballot and how do I get one this year?
A step-by-step guide to getting and using an absentee ballot in Iowa. If you want to vote, but you don’t have the time or ability to go to your polling location for whatever reason, an easy solution is to get an absentee ballot. In Iowa, the process involves a few steps, but let’s start with…
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First time voting in Iowa? Here’s everything you need to know
If it’s your first time voting in Iowa, here’s what you need to know to make your vote count.
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Voting 101: How to vote by mail in Iowa in 2024
From registering to vote to requesting a ballot and every deadline, here’s everything you need to know about how to vote absentee—or vote by mail—in Iowa.
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Meet Lanon Baccam, candidate in Iowa’s 3rd District
Democratic hopeful Lanon Baccam’s origin story revolves around paying it forward and solving problems for others.
