State Government

Advocates differ on whether care will get better or worse after the state -- not local property taxes -- starts funding it. There is a two-year transition.

Here’s a recap of news from across the state

As the unofficial kickoff to summer and camping season hits this Memorial Day weekend, Iowa’s state park campground reservations already are largely filled up on weekends in June and July.

DES MOINES — State lawmakers approved nearly 200 pieces of legislation during 2021 session. Here are the ones that have the most impact on Iowans.

Iowa Workforce Development encourages Iowans to only use its official website

Company creates three of the 16 required jobs for IEDA’s $2 million tax credit.

Iowa lawmakers this year enacted new mandates that cut into local control, limiting the power of school boards, elections officials, county supervisors and city councils and mayors.

Number of Iowans filing for federal unemployment benefits unclear

Authorities interview “inmates suspected of planning to use an explosive device,” Corrections Department says

Recap of news from across the state

Broadband, prison among spending priorities

Iowa Economic Development Authority approved $685,785 in tax credits