Des Moines metro's growth flattening, analyst warns

An economist warns that Des Moines' status as the fastest-growing major metro in the Midwest is at risk as its growth rate slows. Since 2020, Des Moines' growth has flattened while other comparable Midwestern cities have seen their growth...

Iowa Senate majority leader not seeking reelection

DES MOINES, Iowa — State Senator Jack Whitver says he is retiring from the Iowa Senate. “I first started campaigning for the Iowa Senate hours after my oldest daughter was born. I ran because taxes were too high, and I wanted to make it easier to...

Iowa Gov. Reynolds observed trade talks, met with government leaders during India trade mission

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. DES MOINES — Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds met with Indian government leaders, delivered a keynote address and observed agreements designed to strengthen...

Iowa theater companies aren’t afraid to unsettle as they hold a mirror up to our times

Actors from Iowa Stage Theatre Company and About Time Theatre Company gather for a photo. (Sun mask by Zoe Webb) — Tyler Erickson/Little Village Let’s start this survey of Iowa’s local theater landscape with a bit of a dramatic flourish: The start...

Iowa City leaders split on support for future shared police facility

Iowa City leaders opted to advance discussions around a joint law enforcement facility along thin margins, despite numerous concerns about the city's association with the jail and the county sheriff's office, the proposed site, and the city's role...

Iowa public universities to investigate employee social media posts about Charlie Kirk death

After hours of closed discussion, the Iowa Board of Regents directed state universities Wednesday to investigate social media posts allegedly made by university employees relating to right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk and his death. The board...

Iowa National Guard honor guard at Iowa Corn 350 (B-ROLL)

The Iowa National Guard Honor Guard supported the 2025 Iowa Corn 350 Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa, on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2025. The video features the honor guard practicing and presenting the colors during the opening ceremony,...

Iowa City man charged with possession of child pornography

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. An Iowa City man was arrested Tuesday on charges that he had multiple videos of child pornography saved in an app on his phone. Gabriel Kauffman, 22,...

Iowa town's mayor charged with drunken driving

911. NEW AT NOON. THE MAYOR OF FORT DODGE NOW FACES AN OWI CHARGE, COURT DOCUMENTS SHOW POLICE TRIED PULLING OVER MAYOR MATT BREMER BEECH LAST WEEK. HE WAS SEEN CROSSING THE CENTER LINE SEVERAL TIMES. THE REPORT REVEALS HE HAD A BLOO The mayor of...

Top Republican to leave Iowa Legislature

DES MOINES, Iowa (Gray Media Iowa State Capitol Bureau) - Iowa Senate Majority Leader Jack Whitver, who once was considered a future Republican candidate for governor, confirmed on Tuesday that he will not seek re-election and will step down from...

Iowa Supreme Court hears arguments in Scott County case

BETTENDORF, Iowa (KWQC) - The Iowa Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case involving Scott County on Tuesday in Bettendorf. The court typically hears cases in Des Moines, but travels twice a year to give everyday Iowans a chance to see the...

Over 40,000 passengers at Gulf Shores International Airport in 2025 summer season

Since the first plane hit the ground about four months ago, Gulf Shores International Airport (GUF/JKA) has had over 40,000 travelers to date, making the airport's first season a "resounding success." Jesse Fosnaugh, GUF airport director, said the...

Democrats are still figuring out how to handle Zohran Mamdani: From the Politics Desk

Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, a newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail. In today’s edition, Ben Kamisar breaks down...

Michigan launches electronic ballot portal for overseas military voters

This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Sign up for Votebeat Michigan’s free newsletter here. Michigan voters serving in the military away from home...

“T.P.” warning issued in northeast Iowa town

JESUP, Iowa (KCRG) - The Jesup Police Department issued a statement regarding harassment that results from “TP-ing” activities. The Jesup Police Department says “TP-ing” is now banned and anyone caught doing it will face legal charges, including...

Iowa leads the nation in binge drinking—and faces higher cancer risks from alcohol

This story first appeared in the Sept. 16 edition of the Iowa Starting Line newsletter. Subscribe to our newsletter to get an exclusive first look at a new story each Tuesday in our The Hot Spot: Investigating Cancer in Iowa series. Iowa is fourth...

Why Iowa’s Tax Withholding on Sports Betting Wins Could Actually Benefit Players

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Why the Political Blame Game Starts Moments After a Shooting

Since Columbine, more than a quarter century ago, high-profile shootings have sparked national debate about what laws, if any, could have prevented the bloodshed, and the place of guns in our society. Over the years, these tragedies have also...

Eastern Iowa Light and Power Cooperative holds 90th Annual Meeting, Board Elections

Ken Purdy of Columbus Junction was elected board president during a re-organizational session held during the Eastern Iowa REC annual meeting Sept. 4 at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds in Davenport.

ACSD Board of Directors hears Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress report, approves signing letter of engagement to join class action lawsuit in regard to PowerSchool data breach

by Brianne Grimstad The Allamakee Community School District (ACSD) Board of Directors met for its regular monthly meeting Monday, September 15. Under the Consent Agenda, the following personnel items were approved: Carolyn Homewood - increased...