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Gov. Kim Reynolds signs ‘Iowa farm bill’ into law

Gov. Kim Reynolds signs ‘Iowa farm bill’ into law

  • Erin Murphy Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

The governor signed significant state agriculture policy into law, including increased funding for water quality, tax relief for farmers, and support for the state program that highlights locally grown food.

Porn websites must verify users' age under law signed by Iowa Gov. Reynolds

Porn websites must verify users' age under law signed by Iowa Gov. Reynolds

  • Tom Barton Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed laws requiring age verification on adult websites, raising rural speed limits and backing nuclear energy and hydrogen projects.

Rob Sand calls to require Iowa elected officials to hold town halls

Rob Sand calls to require Iowa elected officials to hold town halls

  • Erin Murphy Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

State elected officials in Iowa should be required by state law to conduct public town hall events with their constituents, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand says.

Ashley Hinson addresses political risks of Iran war, says conflict must end quickly

Ashley Hinson addresses political risks of Iran war, says conflict must end quickly

  • Tom Barton Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

Iowa U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson said she trusts Trump to end the Iran war quickly and prevent a nuclear Iran after reports she warned of political risks.

Myrtle Beach detective charged with pulling gun on fellow officer microwaving fish

Myrtle Beach detective charged with pulling gun on fellow officer microwaving fish

  • Drew Pittock USA Today

A South Carolina detective was placed on leave, and later fired, after he allegedly pointed his gun at a colleague who was warming up fish in the breakroom microwave.

Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Christina Bohannan to rematch in Iowa's 1st District race

Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Christina Bohannan to rematch in Iowa's 1st District race

  • SARAH WATSON Quad-City Times

Unofficial results and projections from multiple news organizations show Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Christina Bohannan advancing to a November rematch in Iowa's 1st District.

US retailers brace for bigger consumer stress test as war drags on

US retailers brace for bigger consumer stress test as war drags on

  • Juveria Tabassum, Neil J Kanatt and Akriti Shah Reuters

Analysts and experts have warned that even if the Iran war were to end soon, prices will remain high well into the second half of the year.

Democrat Lindsay James will face Trump-tapped Joe Mitchell in 2nd District contest

Democrat Lindsay James will face Trump-tapped Joe Mitchell in 2nd District contest

    Minutes after the race was called, winner Joe Mitchell posted on X: “Lindsay James is the most radical Leftist to ever run for Congress in the state of Iowa…” 

    First-time voters back WolfTornabane, Wahls in Council Bluffs

    First-time voters back WolfTornabane, Wahls in Council Bluffs

      “I feel like it was a civic duty that I had since I turned 18,” Angelica Rodriguez told Iowa Capital Dispatch on Tuesday.

      Dave Dawson becomes Democratic nominee in 4th Congressional District

      Dave Dawson becomes Democratic nominee in 4th Congressional District

        Democrat Dave Dawson bested two opponents to earn his party's nomination for Iowa's 4th Congressional District Tuesday.

        Who is Zach Lahn, Iowa's Republican nominee for governor?

        Who is Zach Lahn, Iowa's Republican nominee for governor?

          Republican businessman Zach Lahn was the victor in a bruising five-person Republican primary fight for governor, earning the nomination Tuesday.

          Flesh-eating parasite New World screwworm confirmed in Texas, USDA says

          Flesh-eating parasite New World screwworm confirmed in Texas, USDA says

            Experts said an outbreak could cause $1.8 billion in damage to Texas' economy and likely would raise beef prices by shrinking cattle supply.

            Chris Cournoyer advances in tight Iowa auditor primary

            Chris Cournoyer advances in tight Iowa auditor primary

              Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer will advance as the Republican nominee for Iowa state auditor after edging Iowa County Supervisor Abigail Maas in the primary.

              House backs resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers

              House backs resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers

                Iran attacked Kuwait while the U.S. military carried out strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, and Israeli drones struck Lebanon.

                Local News

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 27

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 27

                Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                Red Oak nursing home resident allegedly called 911 after being left ‘gasping for air’

                Red Oak nursing home resident allegedly called 911 after being left ‘gasping for air’

                A Red Oak nursing home where a resident called 911 to receive medical attention while struggling to breathe could be facing fines of more than $27,000.

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 26

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 26

                Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 25

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 25

                Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                State & Regional

                Gov. Kim Reynolds signs ‘Iowa farm bill’ into law

                Gov. Kim Reynolds signs ‘Iowa farm bill’ into law

                The governor signed significant state agriculture policy into law, including increased funding for water quality, tax relief for farmers, and support for the state program that highlights locally grown food.

                Porn websites must verify users' age under law signed by Iowa Gov. Reynolds

                Porn websites must verify users' age under law signed by Iowa Gov. Reynolds

                Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed laws requiring age verification on adult websites, raising rural speed limits and backing nuclear energy and hydrogen projects.

                Rob Sand calls to require Iowa elected officials to hold town halls

                Rob Sand calls to require Iowa elected officials to hold town halls

                State elected officials in Iowa should be required by state law to conduct public town hall events with their constituents, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand says.

                Ashley Hinson addresses political risks of Iran war, says conflict must end quickly

                Ashley Hinson addresses political risks of Iran war, says conflict must end quickly

                Iowa U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson said she trusts Trump to end the Iran war quickly and prevent a nuclear Iran after reports she warned of political risks.

                Nation & World

                US retailers brace for bigger consumer stress test as war drags on

                US retailers brace for bigger consumer stress test as war drags on

                Analysts and experts have warned that even if the Iran war were to end soon, prices will remain high well into the second half of the year.

                Flesh-eating parasite New World screwworm confirmed in Texas, USDA says

                Flesh-eating parasite New World screwworm confirmed in Texas, USDA says

                Experts said an outbreak could cause $1.8 billion in damage to Texas' economy and likely would raise beef prices by shrinking cattle supply.

                House backs resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers

                House backs resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers

                Iran attacked Kuwait while the U.S. military carried out strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, and Israeli drones struck Lebanon.

                Takeaways from the primary elections in California, Iowa and elsewhere

                Takeaways from the primary elections in California, Iowa and elsewhere

                Six states, ranging from California to New Jersey, held primaries on Tuesday night. Here are some of our other takeaways so far.

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                Flesh-eating parasite New World screwworm confirmed in Texas, USDA says

                First-time voters back WolfTornabane, Wahls in Council Bluffs

                First-time voters back WolfTornabane, Wahls in Council Bluffs

                Who is Zach Lahn, Iowa's Republican nominee for governor?

                Who is Zach Lahn, Iowa's Republican nominee for governor?

                Shopping

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                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

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                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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                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

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                Content by Ballard's Resort. Read the tale of amateur angler Doobie Flathers, one of the most prolific walleye fishermen of his time.

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                Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.

                Crime

                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.

                3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                The Page County Sheriff's Office said two vehicles were involved in a crash where they sustained heavy damage on Monday, Oct. 27, about 5:57 p.m.

                Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                A man from an unincorporated community in Page County was arrested following a short standoff Friday evening.

                51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                A 51-year-old resident of Sidney was flown by medical helicopter to Omaha after a crash involving a wrong-way driver Tuesday morning.

                Politics

                Gov. Kim Reynolds signs ‘Iowa farm bill’ into law

                Gov. Kim Reynolds signs ‘Iowa farm bill’ into law

                The governor signed significant state agriculture policy into law, including increased funding for water quality, tax relief for farmers, and support for the state program that highlights locally grown food.

                Porn websites must verify users' age under law signed by Iowa Gov. Reynolds

                Porn websites must verify users' age under law signed by Iowa Gov. Reynolds

                Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed laws requiring age verification on adult websites, raising rural speed limits and backing nuclear energy and hydrogen projects.

                Rob Sand calls to require Iowa elected officials to hold town halls

                Rob Sand calls to require Iowa elected officials to hold town halls

                State elected officials in Iowa should be required by state law to conduct public town hall events with their constituents, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand says.

                Ashley Hinson addresses political risks of Iran war, says conflict must end quickly

                Ashley Hinson addresses political risks of Iran war, says conflict must end quickly

                Iowa U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson said she trusts Trump to end the Iran war quickly and prevent a nuclear Iran after reports she warned of political risks.

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