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Political prediction expert gives Democrats’ chances in Iowa

Political prediction expert gives Democrats’ chances in Iowa

  • Kadin Luhmann Iowa Capital Dispatch

Political expert Charlie Cook, the founder of the nonpartisan Cook Political Report, said he thinks Rob Sand will win Iowa’s next governor, but the Senate race may be less competitive.

More than 530,000 passengers flew through Eppley in June, setting a new record

More than 530,000 passengers flew through Eppley in June, setting a new record

  • Dan Crisler Omaha World-Herald

The 530,157 passengers who through Nebraska’s largest airport in June broke the previous monthly record of 524,331 set in June 2025.

Dave Muhlbauer defends Rob Sand's marijuana plan at kids’ recovery facility

Dave Muhlbauer defends Rob Sand's marijuana plan at kids’ recovery facility

  • Kadin Luhmann Iowa Capital Dispatch

Dave Muhlbauer, Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor, defended the Sand campaign’s cannabis legalization plan and discussed the importance of accessible behavioral health treatment for children Thursday during a campaign visit to the Ember Recovery facility in Cambridge. 

National Democratic PAC announces $17M fall ad buy targeting Ashley Hinson

National Democratic PAC announces $17M fall ad buy targeting Ashley Hinson

  • Robin Opsahl Iowa Capital Dispatch

The Senate Majority PAC is investing an additional $17 million in Iowa, with plans to roll out a fall ad campaign criticizing U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson’s voting record in Congress.

Josh Turek, Tom Harkin say Iowa should caucus first despite DNC snub

Josh Turek, Tom Harkin say Iowa should caucus first despite DNC snub

  • Stephen Gruber-Miller Des Moines Register

Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Josh Turek and former U.S. Sen. Tom Harkin say Iowa should go first in the 2028 presidential nominating process, regardless of national Democrats' decision otherwise.

Senate Democrats criticize AG’s office for not disbursing opioid settlement money

Senate Democrats criticize AG’s office for not disbursing opioid settlement money

  • Robin Opsahl Iowa Capital Dispatch

Iowa Senate Democrats criticized the state attorney general’s office Thursday for not distributing money from the Opioid Settlement Fund to organizations focused on opioid addiction treatment and prevention services.

First quadruple organ transplant lets Iowa mom go home

First quadruple organ transplant lets Iowa mom go home

  • Norah Judson Des Moines Register

Sitting poolside, soaking up the sun would be a picturesque summer day for many Iowans, 36-year-old Elizabeth Wehrle of Montezuma included.

University of Iowa, state’s only burn center, debuts expanded unit

University of Iowa, state’s only burn center, debuts expanded unit

    University of Iowa Health Care recently completed a $15 million expansion of its 30-year-old burn unit aimed at growing and updating the space.

    Advocates for limited taxes highlight proposed Iowa constitutional amendment

    Advocates for limited taxes highlight proposed Iowa constitutional amendment

      Chris Hagenow, President of Iowans for Tax Relief, said he believes voters will approve a proposed constitutional amendment requiring a two-thirds vote of state lawmakers to increase state income taxes.

      Iowa Democratic caucuses left out of early vote again

      Iowa Democratic caucuses left out of early vote again

        Iowa Democrats’ bid to have their first-in-the-nation presidential precinct caucuses restored proved unsuccessful Friday.

        Iowa State University lab examines muscle and bone deterioration in space and on Earth

        Iowa State University lab examines muscle and bone deterioration in space and on Earth

          Researchers at Iowa State University have earned national recognition for their work connecting the impact of space on astronauts to potential treatments for muscle loss here on Earth.

          Omaha Immigration Court packs more than 100 deportation cases in a day

          Omaha Immigration Court packs more than 100 deportation cases in a day

            The immigration court handling most Iowa cases now runs 'mega master' hearings — sometimes more than 100 cases a day. Lawyers say people are being ordered deported without due process.

            Cedar Rapids woman charged with harassing Iowa legislator

            Cedar Rapids woman charged with harassing Iowa legislator

              A Cedar Rapids woman has been charged with third-degree harassment over alleged threats sent to a state lawmaker on social media, court records show.

              Cedar Rapids native named U.S. trade judge

              Cedar Rapids native named U.S. trade judge

                Kara Marie Westercamp was confirmed last week to a lifetime appointment as a judge on the U.S. Court of International Trade.

                Local News

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 29

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 29

                Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                Northwest Bank promotes White to Loan Portfolio Manager

                Northwest Bank promotes White to Loan Portfolio Manager

                Dylan White is the new Loan Portfolio Manager at Shenandoah's Northwest Bank

                Follow along as a first-time RAGBRAI rider discovers the magic for himself

                Follow along as a first-time RAGBRAI rider discovers the magic for himself

                Read an account of Nonpareil photographer and reporter Joe Shearer's experiences on the road during RAGBRAI Day 1 this weekend.

                New Visions brings first transitional housing to homeless Council Bluffs veterans

                New Visions brings first transitional housing to homeless Council Bluffs veterans

                New Visions Homeless Services is set to open Council Bluffs’ first transitional housing program dedicated to veterans experiencing homelessness on Oct. 1.

                State & Regional

                Political prediction expert gives Democrats’ chances in Iowa

                Political prediction expert gives Democrats’ chances in Iowa

                Political expert Charlie Cook, the founder of the nonpartisan Cook Political Report, said he thinks Rob Sand will win Iowa’s next governor, but the Senate race may be less competitive.

                More than 530,000 passengers flew through Eppley in June, setting a new record

                More than 530,000 passengers flew through Eppley in June, setting a new record

                The 530,157 passengers who through Nebraska’s largest airport in June broke the previous monthly record of 524,331 set in June 2025.

                Dave Muhlbauer defends Rob Sand's marijuana plan at kids’ recovery facility

                Dave Muhlbauer defends Rob Sand's marijuana plan at kids’ recovery facility

                Dave Muhlbauer, Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor, defended the Sand campaign’s cannabis legalization plan and discussed the importance of accessible behavioral health treatment for children Thursday during a campaign visit to the Ember Recovery facility in Cambridge. 

                National Democratic PAC announces $17M fall ad buy targeting Ashley Hinson

                National Democratic PAC announces $17M fall ad buy targeting Ashley Hinson

                The Senate Majority PAC is investing an additional $17 million in Iowa, with plans to roll out a fall ad campaign criticizing U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson’s voting record in Congress.

                Nation & World

                Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment, declines to answer at Rand Paul hearing

                Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment, declines to answer at Rand Paul hearing

                WASHINGTON — Anthony Fauci, the former top U.S. infectious disease expert, declined to answer questions at a Senate hearing Wednesday, invoking his constitutional right against self-incrimination and accusing Republican Sen. Rand Paul of an "unhinged" campaign to see him imprisoned.

                Federal Reserve holds rates steady; three members dissent

                Federal Reserve holds rates steady; three members dissent

                The decision to leave the benchmark interest rate in the 3.50% to 3.75% range drew dissents from three of the 12 policymakers, who "preferred" a quarter-percentage-point hike.

                Fauci invokes 5th Amendment at Senate hearing

                Fauci invokes 5th Amendment at Senate hearing

                Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment and declined to answer questions from senators in a Republican-led committee hearing about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

                Sheriff shares Nancy Guthrie update after video plea

                Sheriff shares Nancy Guthrie update after video plea

                The remarks came a day after Savannah Guthrie spoke out on the disappearance of her mother in an emotional video shared on social media.

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                Iowa State University lab examines muscle and bone deterioration in space and on Earth

                Iowa State University lab examines muscle and bone deterioration in space and on Earth

                Company at center of cyclospora outbreak complained about inspections, source says

                Company at center of cyclospora outbreak complained about inspections, source says

                Northwest Bank promotes White to Loan Portfolio Manager

                Northwest Bank promotes White to Loan Portfolio Manager

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