Zach Lahn says state should back research into safety of Round Up
Zach Lahn, the Republican candidate for governor, says he isn’t calling for a ban on certain farm chemicals, but he says the EPA is not telling the truth about the […]
Regents discuss class selection for the University of Iowa’s Center For Intellectual Freedom
The executive committee appointed to oversee the University of Iowa’s Center For Intellectual Freedom (CIF) discussed hiring a permanent director during their meeting Tuesday. Interim director Luciano Decastro is one […]
$5 million in FEMA assistance for central Iowans dealing with damage after torrential rains
President Trump, Congresswoman Ashley Hinson and Governor Kim Reynolds posted statements on social media last night announcing $5 million in FEMA funding has been approved for Iowa individuals and farmers […]
Iowa manufacturer acquires Minnesota company that makes custom fire equipment
A northern Iowa company that manufactures heavy duty truck-mounted equipment has acquired a Minnesota firm that makes equipment for fire trucks. Stellar Industries was founded in Garner 36 years ago. […]
Dubuque lands $750K grant to restore landmark buildings in city park
The eastern Iowa city of Dubuque is getting a hefty grant to revive a centerpiece of its park system while also restoring the work of a prominent architect from nearly […]
Writer of novel “The Obsessed” to make one Iowa stop on book tour (AUDIO)
An author who earned her MFA at the University of Iowa will be returning to the state next week to promote her new book, “The Obsessed.” Lizzie Buehler says it’s […]
Rollins says Trump Administration’s ‘putting beef right back at the center of policymaking’ in D.C.
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins visited the Farm Progress Show in Boone yesterday, touting announcements for the cattle industry that came after President Trump waived tariff charges on imported beef […]
August heat dome had a big impact on Iowa temperatures and rainfall patterns
State Climatologist Justin Glisan says the heat dome that settled over Iowa in August had an impact on both temperatures and the amount of rainfall. “The average temperature preliminarily is […]
Governor says there’s disturbing rise in kratom-related deaths in Iowa
State officials are warning Iowans not to buy a product called kratom that’s being sold in some Iowa convenience stores and gas stations as well as shops that sell cigarettes […]
Grassley says EPA actions on ethanol recognize the importance of biofuels
The EPA has approved waivers for 29 small oil refineries, so they do not have to blend ethanol into gasoline — the highest level since 2017. Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike […]