Veterans still facing concerns with getting benefit issues addressed by feds
The Winnebago County Veterans Services Officer (VSO) says getting benefit issues addressed in a timely manner continues to be an issue for her and others in the state. Mary Lou […]
Wind chills dip to -35 under Extreme Cold Warning for 89 Iowa counties
It’s Iowa’s coldest morning of the winter so far, with sub-zero temperatures and very bitter wind chills. National Weather Service meteorologist Rod Donavon says an Extreme Cold Warning is posted […]
U.S. Senate advances Sarah’s Law, drafted after Iowan’s 2016 death
A bill Iowa’s congressional delegation has lobbied for since 2017 has been added to legislation that cleared the U.S. Senate tonight. “We can no longer prioritize illegal immigrants over public […]
Wind chills of 40 below make Iowa unfit for humans and our furry friends
The bitter cold is likely to reach dangerous levels for people — and pets — tonight and early tomorrow. All of Iowa is again under a Cold Weather Advisory starting […]
House Speaker says no vote scheduled, yet, on Iowa casino moratorium
House Speaker Pat Grassley says he’d like to ensure a new moratorium on casinos would have enough votes to pass the Senate and be signed into law by the governor […]
Iowa’s governor says time is now to restore order at southern border
Governor Kim Reynolds says she’s is ready to use every tool, including deploying the Iowa National Guard, to carry out President Trump’s plans for mass deportations of illegal immigrants. Reynolds […]
Businesses in Newton, Waterloo receive state economic awards
The Iowa Economic Development Authority Board has approved awards for two manufacturing companies in Newton and Waterloo with the promise of more than 400 new jobs. IEDA spokesperson Kannan Kappleman […]
Iowa immigrants ‘scared of what’s to come’ under Trump administration
A northwest Iowa organization is helping immigrants make legal preparations as the new administration takes office, since President-elect Donald Trump promised to order mass deportations after he’s sworn in. Yareli […]
Iowan invited to Inaugural Parade gets drive time for his tractor
An Iowan invited to drive his tractor in today’s Inaugural Parade — which has been cancelled — has still been able to drive his rig on the DC streets. Gary […]
UI study shows drug prices fall after some big pharma mergers
When big pharmaceutical companies merge, the perception is that drug prices rise, but a University of Iowa study finds that’s not always the case. Study co-author Amrita Nain, a professor […]