State Government

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.”

Also, FEMA canvassing Iowa neighborhoods hit by tornadoes

“For too long and for too many Iowans in need of help, navigating and accessing services across the system has been too difficult for patients and providers alike,” the governor said.

A spokesperson confirmed that the Republican Attorneys General Association paid for the trip on Monday.

The lawsuits challenge trucking emission standards from California regulators and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

An Iowa Attorney General’s Office spokeswoman said no Iowa taxpayer dollars were spent on Bird’s trip to New York

The judge has awarded unemployment benefits to a former supervisor fired in response to “vague allegations” of misconduct.

Some Iowans who’ve navigated Iowa’s mental health care system say the state needs more long-term options to treat issues ranging from substance use to schizophrenia. How can the state create a “brightly lit path” for those seeking care?

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird says the task force is needed to address a rise in antisemitism being reported across the U.S. since the Israel-Hamas war began last October.

Also, Iowa will receive money from a settlement in a lawsuit that accused five wireless phone companies of deceptive advertising practices.

A federal judge on Friday dismissed a class-action lawsuit over Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ decision to end pandemic-related unemployment benefits early.