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Sand Puts Policy Front and Center in Governor’s Race
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Gas Prices Surge as Iran War Stalls, Global Tensions Rise
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Steen Ad Frames Iowa Governor’s Race as “Good vs. Evil”
Steen Ad Frames Iowa Governor’s Race as “Good vs. Evil”“Good vs. Evil” Campaign Message Blurs Line...
Short-Staffed Iowa Nursing Homes Cited, but Not Penalized
More Iowa nursing homes are cited, but not penalized, for too few staffBy Clark KauffmanIowa...
Iran War Cease-Fire Holds, but War Expands Everywhere Else
Iran Thursday: Cease-Fire Holds but War Expands Everywhere ElseMore claims without substantiation,...
The Skinny
Iowa’s “MAHA” Legislation: Public Policy or Political Messaging?
Iowa’s “MAHA” Legislation: Public Health Policy or Political Obedience Messaging?New proposals on food dyes, ivermectin,...
Hinson Dodges Iran War Questions as Economic Pressure Builds
Hinson Dodges Iran War Questions as Economic Pressure Builds in Iowa Congresswoman avoids direct response on civilian...
Trump Orders Strait of Hormuz Blockade After Talks Fail
Economic Shockwaves Likely to Reach IowaEscalation in Iran conflict targets global oil corridor, raising stakes for fuel,...
Trump’s “Jesus” Meme Draws Backlash and Questions
Deleted post highlights a disconnect between political messaging and deeply held beliefs A now-deleted social media post by...
The Iran War and Iowa
A Keystone Guide to Origins, Impacts, and What Comes Next Why a conflict half a world away is already reshaping Iowa’s...
Gas Prices Jump in Response to Trump’s War on Iran
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Iowa Eases Foster Parent Training Requirements
New Law Reduces Training Requirements for Iowa Foster FamiliesIowa Eases Foster Parent Training Requirements – Increased...