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'We appreciate what they do': Reynolds recognizes law enforcement in state address

By John Suayan | Jan 23, 2022

Gov. Kim Reynolds called on Iowa to do more for the men and women that serve in its law enforcement agencies during her Condition of the State address on Jan. 11.

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'I knew what I needed to do': ISU forward Kane enjoys breakout season

By John Suayan | Jan 16, 2022

It has been a little more than a month since the Iowa State Cyclones women’s basketball team embarked on their lengthy winning streak, and forward Megan Kane has much to do with it.

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Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling loses Lee for rest of season, redshirt senior to have knee surgery

By John Suayan | Jan 9, 2022

The top-ranked University of Iowa wrestling program was dealt a big blow to begin 2022 when it was revealed that redshirt senior Spencer Lee will require season-ending surgery.

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'Looking for volunteer campground hosts': Iowa state parks seek assistance for upcoming season

By John Suayan | Jan 9, 2022

Iowa's Department of Natural Resources has issued a call for campground hosts for the upcoming recreation season.

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Traffic stop yields arrest of 25-year-old man allegedly seeking to assassinate government officials

By John Suayan | Jan 5, 2022

Authorities in Iowa last month arrested a California man after he divulged during a traffic stop his plans to assassinate government officials, including President Joe Biden and his chief medical adviser, Dr. Anthony Fauci.

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Audit alleges Reynolds paid staffer salaries with COVID funds

By John Suayan | Nov 21, 2021

A state audit report on government expenditures alleges that Gov. Kim Reynolds improperly paid the salaries for 21 staff members with federal COVID-19 relief funds for three months in 2020.

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'Off to the races': First-term Iowa City councilor eyes state Senate

By John Suayan | Nov 20, 2021

An Iowa City councilor is preparing to announce her bid to replace retiring state Sen. Joe Bolkcom (D-Iowa City).

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Spotted lanternfly 'reduces the quality of the crop,' poses threat in Midwest

By John Suayan | Oct 6, 2021

Crops and trees throughout the Midwest face an imminent threat from the invasive spotted lanternfly.

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'Clear trend': Winnebago County is Iowa's 18th Second Amendment sanctuary

By John Suayan | Oct 6, 2021

The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors on Sept. 28 approved a resolution that declared the county to be a “Second Amendment sanctuary,” essentially becoming the 18th such in Iowa.

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'Crisis mode': State in midst of child care shortage

By John Suayan | Oct 6, 2021

Iowa is in the midst of a child care shortage, with parents returning to work having difficulty in their search for provider to look after their children.

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Centerville sets new world record for pancakes served in one day

By John Suayan | Oct 5, 2021

A breakfast staple has helped the City of Centerville achieve a world record.

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Lawsuit alleges Reynolds decision to sever unemployment benefits violation of state law

By John Suayan | Aug 28, 2021

Gov. Kim Reynolds’ decision for Iowa to end enhanced unemployment benefits for tens of thousands of residents has resulted in proposed legal action.

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Iowa Press host Yepsen to retire next month

By John Suayan | Aug 28, 2021

A constant presence on Iowa PBS's weekly public affairs program is set to retire next month.

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Southwest Iowa COVID-19 Response Fund names first grant recipients

By John Suayan | Apr 13, 2020

The Southwest Iowa COVID-19 Response Fund dispersed money to its first set of recipients: organizations devoted to helping the less fortunate.