Government & Politics

Iowa House District 53 covers Poweshiek County and most of Tama County.

Conlon Construction is proposing building a 150-room hotel and 10 rowhomes on the city-owned parking space known as Lot 44 in NewBo, which would go a long way toward adding overnight beds in the city core that could help Cedar Rapids attract larger events.

Iowa’s Attorney General in the Big Apple, government transparency advocates warn the governor about a bill on her desk, and early voting is underway in Iowa’s June 4 primary.

A 2023 state report determined most of Iowa’s state parks have restrooms, shelters and cabins that are not accessible to people with disabilities.

The Iowa Public Information Board and Iowa Freedom of Information Council say a bill that awaits Gov. Kim Reynolds’ signature would allow local government officials to meet and discuss policy while avoiding open meetings requirements

In teaching about the U.S. government, the law directs schools to teach about alternative forms of government, including the “crimes against humanity that have occurred under communist regimes.”

A grocery study the city of Cedar Rapids completed last summer found there is high opportunity in the core of the city for a grocery store that appeals to lower- and moderate-income residents who are more price conscious. It cites Aldi, Price Chopper and Walmart as examples.

Though he criticized the legal challenges Trump is facing, Grassley told reporters he had not been closely following the trial that began late last month. He said he was spending time in meetings and voting in Washington and holding town halls in Iowa.