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Former senator Tom Harkin backs Josh Turek for U.S. Senate

Former senator Tom Harkin backs Josh Turek for U.S. Senate

  • Rachel.George

“I am truly humbled and honored to have the endorsement of my political hero, Senator Tom Harkin," Turek said in the release.

IPERS CEO resigns, benefits officer fired amid Iowa pension misconduct investigation

IPERS CEO resigns, benefits officer fired amid Iowa pension misconduct investigation

  • Tom Barton Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

Two top IPERS leaders are out after a misconduct investigation as Gov. Kim Reynolds accepts CEO Greg Samorajski’s resignation and chief benefits officer fired.

Iowa's primary elections are June 2. When is voter registration?

Iowa's primary elections are June 2. When is voter registration?

  • Cooper Worth Des Moines Register

The filing period for candidates has closed, debates are underway and the June 2 primary for dozens of Iowa offices is nearly here.

Former Iowa governor Terry Branstad tours stretch of highway dedicated to him

Former Iowa governor Terry Branstad tours stretch of highway dedicated to him

  • ROBIN McCLELLAND Globe Gazette

Branstad spoke about the values he carried from rural Iowa into public life.

Viva Fit Kitchen a story of entrepreneurial spirit, dedication to personal health

Viva Fit Kitchen a story of entrepreneurial spirit, dedication to personal health

  • Joe Shearer Council Bluffs Nonpareil

Viva Fit Kitchen has been offering healthy, Latin-inspired meal prep options for Council Bluffs and beyond since 2019, and the business' origins come from its owner's personal health journey.

Could Iowa be facing another farm crisis? Fears grow as costs rise

Could Iowa be facing another farm crisis? Fears grow as costs rise

  • Donnelle Eller Des Moines Register

Some worry the state and nation could be in another farm crisis as producers face a fourth year of losses and new projections show farm income will continue to decline.

Family support propels Iowa Shorthorn ranch success

Family support propels Iowa Shorthorn ranch success

  • Tim Kenyon Iowa Farmer Today

Rewards from the cattle business have been numerous for the Bolton family’s Bern-A-Dale Shorthorns seedstock operation in Pottawattamie County.

Vice President JD Vance rallies support in Iowa for Zach Nunn, Trump trade policies

Vice President JD Vance rallies support in Iowa for Zach Nunn, Trump trade policies

    Vice President JD Vance told a crowd in Des Moines that reelecting Republicans such as U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn in 2026 is vital to support businesses, workers and U.S. citizens.

    Zach Wahls, Josh Turek clash on immigration, outside spending

    Zach Wahls, Josh Turek clash on immigration, outside spending

      Zach Wahls and Josh Turek spar on outside spending, Schumer, immigration and electability in debate ahead of the Iowa U.S. Senate Democratic primary.

      Iowa’s Pate sends voter data to feds, urges caution

      Iowa’s Pate sends voter data to feds, urges caution

        Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate is complying with DOJ’s order for states to turn over voter registration data, but is not signing a letter that orders states to remove some voters from state lists.

        Five issues that defined Iowa’s 2026 legislative session

        Five issues that defined Iowa’s 2026 legislative session

          From property tax relief and water quality to crime and eminent domain, a look at the debates that shaped the year at the Iowa Capitol.

          Iowa expands mental health care, English rules for truckers

          Iowa expands mental health care, English rules for truckers

            Gov. Kim Reynolds signs laws expanding mental health care access and requiring English tests for commercial truck drivers in Iowa.

            World Food Prize celebrating 40th year with statewide campaign through Iowa

            World Food Prize celebrating 40th year with statewide campaign through Iowa

              The CEO of the World Food Prize, Tom Vilsack, visited Davenport Friday to talk with city and school officials and reporters about the organization's work. 

              Iowa GOP gubernatorial hopefuls pitch Christian conservatives

              Iowa GOP gubernatorial hopefuls pitch Christian conservatives

                More than 1,000 Iowa Christian conservatives heard from the 5 Republican candidates for governor during an event Friday night in suburban Des Moines.

                Local News

                Page County receives 250th Anniversary commemorative flag

                Page County receives 250th Anniversary commemorative flag

                Page County officials and community members gathered Friday, May 1, outside the Page County Courthouse to recognize Law Day.

                Career on Wheels event held at Essex

                Career on Wheels event held at Essex

                Essex students recently learned about local careers on wheels

                Tabor woman wins $30,000 in 'Red Hot 7s' scratch game

                Tabor woman wins $30,000 in 'Red Hot 7s' scratch game

                Denise Leach of Tabor won a top prize in the Iowa Lottery's “Red Hot 7s” scratch game. She purchased her winning ticket at Casey's in Shenandoah.

                Photos: Guns in Northeast Iowa crime cases

                Photos: Guns in Northeast Iowa crime cases

                We've compiled pictures of different weapons that have come up during criminal investigations in Northeast Iowa in recent years.

                State & Regional

                Former senator Tom Harkin backs Josh Turek for U.S. Senate

                Former senator Tom Harkin backs Josh Turek for U.S. Senate

                “I am truly humbled and honored to have the endorsement of my political hero, Senator Tom Harkin," Turek said in the release.

                IPERS CEO resigns, benefits officer fired amid Iowa pension misconduct investigation

                IPERS CEO resigns, benefits officer fired amid Iowa pension misconduct investigation

                Two top IPERS leaders are out after a misconduct investigation as Gov. Kim Reynolds accepts CEO Greg Samorajski’s resignation and chief benefits officer fired.

                Iowa's primary elections are June 2. When is voter registration?

                Iowa's primary elections are June 2. When is voter registration?

                The filing period for candidates has closed, debates are underway and the June 2 primary for dozens of Iowa offices is nearly here.

                Former Iowa governor Terry Branstad tours stretch of highway dedicated to him

                Former Iowa governor Terry Branstad tours stretch of highway dedicated to him

                Branstad spoke about the values he carried from rural Iowa into public life.

                Nation & World

                Legendary Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox dies at 84

                Legendary Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox dies at 84

                Hall of Fame manager and legendary Atlanta Braves icon Bobby Cox died at the age of 84, the team announced Saturday.

                Kennedy's health officials explored US ban of some antidepressants, sources say

                Kennedy's health officials explored US ban of some antidepressants, sources say

                U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on May 4 announced initiatives intended to reduce SSRI use, while attempting to reassure Americans who still want to take them.

                RFK Jr. clears path for minors' use of tanning beds, much to the dismay of dermatologists

                RFK Jr. clears path for minors' use of tanning beds, much to the dismay of dermatologists

                A proposed federal ban on indoor tanning for minors has been withdrawn, drawing concern from dermatologists over cancer risks.

                How Spirit Airlines' collapse will affect the travel industry

                How Spirit Airlines' collapse will affect the travel industry

                When the low-cost Spirit Airlines ceased operations May 2, it created an opening for other carriers to grow. Here’s what analysts say likely will happen.

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