Gazette-Lee Des Moines Bureau

A look back at the top news stories from the week of Oct. 9

In a new poll from Iowa State University and Civiqs, 55 percent of likely Iowa Republican caucus participants chose Trump as their first choice to be the party’s nominee for president next year.

The state transportation department this week approved more than $2.7 million in state funding for seven recreational trail projects across the state.

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is leading a group of states in a court brief in a lawsuit challenging a Massachusetts law that limits the sale and transport of pork and other animal products in the state unless they’re raised in humane ways.

Also, DeSantis and Haley campaigns expand Iowa footprint

A look back at the top news stories from the week of Oct. 2

Also, Iowa Utilities Board cancels monthly public meetings

Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will headline a fundraiser later this month in Cedar Rapids for the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum.

Also, State Historical Building fully reopens Oct. 14

A look back at the top news stories from the week of Sept. 25

The labor council also endorsed the Cedar Rapids Community School District bond referendum.

Also, Iowa City VA gets $1.5 million grant; secretary of state debunks election ‘myths’

Also, Cedar Rapids Democrat announces re-election bid for Iowa House

A look back at the top news stories from the week of Sept. 18

Also, police officer justified in shooting, AG Office says