Des Moines has drawn national attention for its rewriting of zoning ordinances, and most of it has not been positive. …
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Des Moines has drawn national attention for its rewriting of zoning ordinances, and most of it has not been positive. …
Yet again, Iowans can blame shortsighted lawmakers for an embarrassing and avoidable lawsuit against the state government. The Libertarian Party …
U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley recently offered what has become a rarity in American politics – big, bipartisan legislation to address …
The controversy over Iowa schools’ disciplinary practices will linger on after a state board declined to take action this week. …
Iowa’s rule requiring Statehouse politicians and staff to wait two years before engaging in lobbying activity has earned high marks …
Commercial hemp can be used to manufacture a number of products, including food, paper and famously strong rope, to name …
Gov. Kim Reynolds is mistaken if she thinks the controversy surrounding her recent personnel changes will blow over without a …
Iowa’s medical cannabis laws are among the most dysfunctional in the nation, but Republican leaders have little sense of urgency …
Under new recommendations for beach water quality issued by the federal Environmental Protection Agency, swimmers should be advised when levels …
CEDAR RAPIDS – Following the first Democratic National Committee debates, New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker has picked up several endorsements …
Eastern Iowa communities are posting encouraging results as they explore new ways to support people with barriers to adequate housing. …
Gov. Kim Reynolds’ apparently abrupt decision to replace her own Department of Human Services director this week left Iowans with …
Ten years ago, the creation of the Iowa Flood Center marked a milestone in the state’s recovery from severe flooding …
President Donald Trump deserves credit for his recent move to ease regulations on ethanol sales, which has been a top …
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