Iowa lawmakers to vote on raising tax incentive cap for a $15B steel plant Iowa lawmakers are set to return to the Statehouse Friday to consider expanding state tax incentives The Independent UK · Oct 2
Iowa Confirms 45 Kratom-Linked Deaths Since 2024 as the Governor Presses Lawmakers for a Total Statewide Ban Iowa reports 45 kratom-associated deaths since 2024, and a 467% jump in poison center calls as officials warn about concentrated 7-OH products. Medical Daily · Sep 3
Why cancer, not cost of living, may be the biggest issue in Iowa’s midterm elections A broad group of diseases in the agricultural powerhouse is top of mind for the midterm elections The Guardian - US · Aug 16
Rob Sand (D), Zach Lahn (R), and Nicholas Gluba (L) are running in the general election for governor of Iowa on November 3, 2026 Rob Sand (D), Zach Lahn (R), and Nicholas Gluba (L) are running in the general election for governor of Iowa on November 3, 2026. Ballotpedia · Jun 12
Iowa enacts five election bills in 2026, including prohibition on foreign donations in ballot measure elections The Iowa General Assembly adjourned its 2026 regular session on May 3 after passing five election-related bills. Gov. Kim Reynolds (R) signed each of the bills by June 2. Ballotpedia · Jun 12
Iowa becomes the 25th state to ban foreign contributions to ballot measure committees On June 2, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds (R) signed legislation, HF 2601, which prohibits foreign contributions in ballot measure elections. Ballotpedia · Jun 11
Iowa Guv issues statement amid job fear: 'At no point during our negotiations was it even considered to employ H-1B visa holders' A major confusion was created after Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announced that the state of Iowa will migrate its executive branch data from an outdated IT system to a modern system with Amazon Web Services and that the day-to-day IT operations will be managed by Cognizant Government Solutions. The government… The Times of India · Jun 11
Iowa governor signs bill that will make it easier to get cancer screenings Kim Reynolds signs ‘Patients First Act’ to streamline access to care The Independent UK · May 14
Are People Being Paid to Attend JD Vance Events? Claims of $100 Offers and $25 Referral Fees Go Viral Claims of cash incentives for attending a JD Vance rally in Iowa have sparked controversy, with screenshots of the offer circulating online, raising questions about event turnout tactics. International Business Times UK · May 12
Iowa bars local gender identity protections after rolling back its civil rights code Iowa has barred cities and counties from adding local protections for gender identity The Independent UK · Mar 11
Iowa governor believes in US war with Iran despite 'sacrifice' by state soldiers who died The governor of Iowa says four soldiers from her state have been killed since December, including two who died last weekend in a drone strike during the early stages of the war with Iran The Independent UK · Mar 5
US Department of War Identifies 4 Soldiers Killed in Kuwait Drone Strike — Families in Mourning 4 US soldiers have been identified among the 6 fatalities in a drone attack in Kuwait. The incident on March 1, 2026, is under investigation International Business Times UK · Mar 4
All that sparkles and is gold: Bedazzled bomber jackets are now the ‘it’ accessory for MAGA faithful The trend is largely due to the efforts of one person: an Iowa grandmother The Independent UK · Feb 5
Iowa official defies governor’s order to fly flags at half-staff for Charlie Kirk Jon Green says Republican governor failed to issue similar order after other prominent cases of gun violence The Guardian - US · Sep 14, 2025
The Guardian - US · Aug 25, 2025 The senate race in Iowa that could signal a blue wave for the 2026 midterms A win for Democrat Catelin Drey over far-right Christopher Prosch would hamstring the state’s Republican governor
Roll Call · Jul 23, 2025 Republicans ready assault on California animal welfare law - Roll Call California's Proposition 12 and federal efforts to counter it have sparked strong emotions on both sides of the issue.
The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2025 Iowa's civil rights protections no longer include gender identity as new law takes effect Iowa has become the first state to remove gender identity protections from its civil rights code
The Independent UK · Jun 10, 2025 Satanic Temple accuses Iowa officials of religious discrimination The Satanic Temple's leader in Iowa is accusing state officials of religious discrimination against the group
International Business Times UK · Apr 11, 2025 Here's Why Gov. Kim Reynolds Is Not Seeking Re-election In 2026: 'It's Time To Put Family First' Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announces she won't seek re-election in 2026, citing family priorities and her husband's cancer recovery, ending a historic decade of conservative leadership.
Top News · Feb 28, 2025 Iowa Removes Gender Identity Protections From Civil Rights Code Iowa's new law eliminating gender identity protections sparks debate and protests, impacting transgender rights.
The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2025 Iowa's governor signs a bill removing gender identity protections from the state’s civil rights code Iowa has became the first U.S. state to remove gender identity protections from its civil rights code
Top News · Jan 18, 2025 Iowa Governor Orders State Agencies To Assist Federal Immigration Authorities Iowa Governor Reynolds orders state agencies to collaborate with federal immigration authorities in preparation for expected policy changes under the incom...
The Independent UK · Sep 3, 2024 Iowa Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg resigns ‘to pursue a career opportunity,' governor says Iowa Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg is resigning his position effective immediately after serving more than seven years in office
The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2024 Iowa abortion providers dismiss legal challenge against state's strict law now that it's in effect Iowa abortion providers are opting to dismiss their lawsuit against the state since the Iowa Supreme Court allowed a strict abortion law to be enforced
Top News · Aug 10, 2024 Iowa Court Upholds School Book Ban On Sex Acts Recent court ruling allows Iowa to enforce a book ban in schools, sparking debate over parental rights and LGBTQ+ inclusivity.