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Politics

People with disabilities say Medicaid’s limits on income stifle career advancement

People with disabilities say Medicaid’s limits on income stifle career advancement

  • Natalie Krebs, Iowa Public Radio KFF Health News

For years, disability rights advocates have pushed state legislatures to change the limits, arguing they prevent people from accepting raises or building savings, for fear of losing crucial medical benefits.

US government debt crosses $40 trillion threshold

US government debt crosses $40 trillion threshold

  • David Lawder and Jacob Bogage Reuters

It drew fresh warnings that a fiscal crisis is brewing as costs for social safety-net programs and interest payments outstrip revenues.

Most Americans believe Trump inappropriately profited

Most Americans believe Trump inappropriately profited

  • Jason Lange and Bo Erickson Reuters

* Reuters/Ipsos poll shows 69% of Americans see Trump's business interests influencing presidential decisions * Half of Republicans, two-thirds of independents and nine in 10 Democrats hold that view

Trump angers Iran with conquest map of Hormuz, Tehran threatens to 'correct his delusion'

Trump angers Iran with conquest map of Hormuz, Tehran threatens to 'correct his delusion'

  • Wion - World News

Iran is furious after Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz 'new US territory'. With Tehran threatening to 'correct Trump's delusion' and Trump ruling out any immediate talks with Iran, is West Asia hurtling towards yet another escalation?

Treasury Yields Keep Climbing

Treasury Yields Keep Climbing

  • Benzinga - News

Long-term Treasury yields are rising as U.S. debt nears $40 trillion. Inflation, heavy bond issuance and Federal Reserve uncertainty are adding pressure.

Ex-DOJ attorney: Trump university probes lacked evidence

Ex-DOJ attorney: Trump university probes lacked evidence

  • Kanishka Singh Reuters

Republican President Donald Trump targeted universities with probes and federal funding suspension ​threats over pro-Palestinian protests.

Takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries: Socialist candidates' mixed results in Florida

Takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries: Socialist candidates' mixed results in Florida

  • Phillip M. Bailey USA Today

The primary contests stretched across the continent Tuesday, with most of the action taking place in Florida.

Who is Natalie Harp? Trump's executive assistant explained

Who is Natalie Harp? Trump's executive assistant explained

    A comment from U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff put the aide, known in Trump circles as the "human printer," into the national spotlight.

    Global Borrowing Costs Rise On Oil And Inflation Fears

    Global Borrowing Costs Rise On Oil And Inflation Fears

      Long-term borrowing costs across some of the world's biggest economies have reached fresh highs amid concerns over inflation, government debt and rising investment in artificial intelligence

      Democrats nominate a democratic socialist to run for U.S. Senate in Florida

      Democrats nominate a democratic socialist to run for U.S. Senate in Florida

        Audie Cornish and the Group Chat break down state Rep. Angie Nixon's primary victory for a U.S. Senate seat and what it means in deep red Florida

        Sen. Jon Ossoff Calls Out Trump’s Alleged Travels With Aide Natalie in Fiery Speech | TMZ Live

        Sen. Jon Ossoff Calls Out Trump’s Alleged Travels With Aide Natalie in Fiery Speech | TMZ Live

          Sen. Jon Ossoff mentioned Trump's aide Natalie Harp during a speech Sunday ... claiming Trump would rather build his White House ballroom and "travel with Natalie" than do his job as POTUS.

          Who is Natalie Harp, Trump’s trusted executive assistant?

          Who is Natalie Harp, Trump’s trusted executive assistant?

            Here'a a look at Natalie Harp, President Donald Trump’s executive assistant.

            GOP pressure builds on Trump to find path out of Iran war

            GOP pressure builds on Trump to find path out of Iran war

              A growing number of prominent MAGA figures have urged Trump to end the conflict, saying there could be dire political consequences if it continues.

              World Liberty Wins OCC Nod

              World Liberty Wins OCC Nod

                World Liberty Financial received conditional approval for a national trust bank charter, advancing plans to issue USD1 and custody its stablecoin reserves.

                Local News

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 19

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 19

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                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 18

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 18

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                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 17

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 17

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                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 16

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 16

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                State & Regional

                NATO ambassador says Europe's military spending 'biggest foreign policy victory'

                NATO ambassador says Europe's military spending 'biggest foreign policy victory'

                Iowan and Ambassador to NATO Matt Whitaker praised the Trump administration's pressure on European countries to increase military defense spending. 

                Iowa cancer researchers focus on white blood cell maturation, resiliency

                Iowa cancer researchers focus on white blood cell maturation, resiliency

                Researchers at Iowa’s public and private universities are focusing their efforts on white blood cells as they explore potential new cancer treatments.

                RFK Jr. touts Presidential Fitness Test as measles surge in Iowa

                RFK Jr. touts Presidential Fitness Test as measles surge in Iowa

                U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. traveled to Iowa to celebrate the return of the Presidential Physical Fitness Test.

                Zach Nunn says Strait of Hormuz closure could lead to ‘mass famine’

                Zach Nunn says Strait of Hormuz closure could lead to ‘mass famine’

                Zach Nunn, the Republican representing Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District, said conflict in the Middle East and Strait of Hormuz trade complications could cause mass famine.

                Nation & World

                Schools told not to alter policies to reduce racial disparities

                Schools told not to alter policies to reduce racial disparities

                Federal civil rights data shows Black students are disciplined at disproportionately high rates. The Trump administration says "racial balancing" is discrimination.

                Chinese robot makers seek to turn humanoid hype into useful work

                Chinese robot makers seek to turn humanoid hype into useful work

                * Beijing conference showcases robots sorting parcels and packing mobile phones * Unitree's near sixfold market debut highlights investor enthusiasm * Nvidia executive Madison Huang makes unannounced

                Mafia link feared in Sicilian grand master theft

                Mafia link feared in Sicilian grand master theft

                The theft of four paintings by Renaissance master Antonello da Messina may have involved organized crime and raised troubling questions about security at a museum in the Sicilian artist's hometown.

                Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan reportedly moving back to UK

                Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan reportedly moving back to UK

                The couple and their two kids are reportedly returning six years after stepping away from their senior royal roles and moving to California.

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                South Dakota tribe asks for privacy after homicide followed by death amid standoff

                South Dakota tribe asks for privacy after homicide followed by death amid standoff

                Pete Hegseth honors fallen Iowa soldiers, defends Iran conflict at Iowa State Fair

                Pete Hegseth honors fallen Iowa soldiers, defends Iran conflict at Iowa State Fair

                Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan reportedly moving back to UK

                Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan reportedly moving back to UK

                Shopping

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

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                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31 (UI Athletics)

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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                Crime

                Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                Kadin Hoger was grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets from 2 p.m. Friday until 2 a.m. Saturday.

                People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                People gather at Williamson and South Baldwin Streets where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer on Wednesday afternoon in Madison.

                Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                The memorial for Corey Ruiz has been in place on Williamson Street since Wednesday, when Ruiz was shot dead by police there. It was still holding strong Saturday, with no sign of police or other means of removal. Protesters said they plan on staying as long as they can.

                Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                A Sidney man arrested on suspicion of litancy of charges is also accused of injuring two sheriff's deputies and jail staff upon his booking into the Fremont County Jail.

                Politics

                NATO ambassador says Europe's military spending 'biggest foreign policy victory'

                NATO ambassador says Europe's military spending 'biggest foreign policy victory'

                Iowan and Ambassador to NATO Matt Whitaker praised the Trump administration's pressure on European countries to increase military defense spending. 

                RFK Jr. touts Presidential Fitness Test as measles surge in Iowa

                RFK Jr. touts Presidential Fitness Test as measles surge in Iowa

                U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. traveled to Iowa to celebrate the return of the Presidential Physical Fitness Test.

                Zach Nunn says Strait of Hormuz closure could lead to ‘mass famine’

                Zach Nunn says Strait of Hormuz closure could lead to ‘mass famine’

                Zach Nunn, the Republican representing Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District, said conflict in the Middle East and Strait of Hormuz trade complications could cause mass famine.

                Secretary of State Paul Pate says 2026 ‘potential noncitizen’ list unlikely

                Secretary of State Paul Pate says 2026 ‘potential noncitizen’ list unlikely

                Paul Pate said Monday his office is unlikely to issue guidance in the upcoming election for county auditors to challenge the ballots of people identified as as potential noncitizens.

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