On Oct. 18, four members of the Iowa City Council (Megan Alter, Laura Bergus, Shawn Harmsen, and Janice Weiner) approved …
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On Oct. 18, four members of the Iowa City Council (Megan Alter, Laura Bergus, Shawn Harmsen, and Janice Weiner) approved …
I ‘ve been giving advice to Republicans for a long time. Usually, I’m in a chair in front of a …
When commenting on the recent purchase of land for a potential passenger rail station, Iowa City Manager Geoff Fruin was …
Again, Trump has announced his candidacy for President of the United States of America. Last time that happened, a few …
On Sept. 16, Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a proclamation declaring Oct. 2 “World Day for Farmed Animals.” The proclamation brings …
A red tide can be deadly for ocean swimmers. An election red tide can drown the idea of bringing Iowa …
Maybe Iowa needs some more democracy. Yes, we did just have a free and fair election. Voters’ voices were heard. …
I’m an election law expert who ran a polling station this election — here’s what I learned about the powerful role of local officials in applying the law fairly
While the Nov. 8 midterm election has passed, several ballot tabulations, recounts and court challenges are in-the-works. Should election results …
Any list of top state priorities would certainly include expanding access to both affordable child care and housing. Both issues …
The New York Times shared some tips on Election Day for readers to manage their stress over the elections. They …
In 2008, Iowa lawmakers passed the Smokefree Air Act banning smoking in most public places and workplaces. But the act …
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