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More allegations added to Iowa Attorney General’s lawsuit against TikTok
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird has added more alleged violations to the state’s consumer protection laws to her lawsuit against TikTok. Bird says the social media platform continues to provide
Iowa traffic deaths are ahead of last year
Traffic deaths in Iowa continue to be trending above the record low recorded last year. The DOT’s Stuart Anderson gave the state Transportation Commission an update at their workshop Monday.
Iowa Religious Freedom Day 2026
It’s Religious Freedom Day in Iowa. The Iowa Catholic Conference, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and the Des Moines Area Religious Council co-sponsored an early morning
Hull Burglary Case Update: One Sentenced, Two Plead Not Guilty
One person has been sentenced, while two others have entered not guilty pleas in connection with a northwest Iowa burglary case. According to court records, 33-year-old Jesse Van Leeuwen and
Possible twisters rake NW Iowa, more severe weather likely today
Teams from the National Weather Service are heading out to survey the damage from last night’s possible tornadoes in northwest Iowa, according to meteorologist Mike Fowle. “We have a couple
Tulip Festival Queen & Court Visit Iowa House, Invite Lawmakers and Iowans to Orange City
The Iowa House welcomed a Northwest Iowa tradition, as the 2026 Orange City Tulip Festival Queen and her court were recognized at the State Capitol on Monday afternoon. State Representative
Rog’s Corner Honored with Sioux Center Community Service Award
What began as a response to personal loss has grown into a community-wide effort to bring hope, understanding, and conversation to one of the most difficult topics to address. Rog’s
Northwestern Launches New Master of Science in Nursing Degree
Northwestern College has launched a new initiative to address the growing demand for healthcare leaders in the region. Northwestern College is expanding its nursing department with a new Master of
Nunn fields questions about Iran at MAGA Nation Iowa event
Republican Congressman Zach Nunn of Ankeny says America is in a better spot than it was four weeks ago when it comes to keeping Iran from getting a nuclear weapon.
Bill to expand some mental health services goes to Iowa governor
The Iowa legislature has sent the governor a bill to expand access to mental health treatment for people who do not need to be hospitalized, but still need comprehensive in-person