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Report: Majority of pregnancy-related deaths in Iowa could have been prevented
A newly released report found that 95% of pregnancy-related deaths in Iowa were preventable, and those deaths disproportionately affected women who are Hispanic and Black and on Medicaid.
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University of Iowa ranks high in US News grad school rankings
The University of Iowa boasts 52 programs recognized by U.S. News for excellence, with rankings in the top five, highlighting its diverse academic strength.
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The floodgates are open to help the wealthiest Iowans pay for private school
Iowa Republican lawmakers have passed a bill to boost K-12 education funding by 2%—not nearly enough to keep pace with what’s needed for a once-thriving public school system. Meanwhile, Governor Kim Reynold’s budget includes a 44% increase for vouchers. “My kids go to one of these schools where we are going to see cuts.” Things…
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What does Kilmar Abrego Garcia have to do with Iowa immigrants?
I saw a few “Free Kilmar” signs at the latest protest I covered this weekend, and for good reason: Folks are worried about what it means that the Trump administration is deporting people directly to a foreign torture prison with the flimsiest justification, and with no trial whatsoever. Kilmar Abrego Garcia came to this country at age 16 and is a SMART…
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Inside Miller-Meeks’ million dollar haul: Washington D.C. donors, PAC money
The race for Iowa’s 1st Congressional District is shaping up to be the most competitive in 2026. And US Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks’ first quarter fundraising gives her plenty to celebrate, thanks largely to PACs and out-of-state money. Less than 8% came from Iowa donors. US Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks — the victor of not one but…
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Immigrant rights group claims Iowa workers’ civil rights were violated in traffic stop
Escucha Mi Voz Iowa and community members from the Iowa City Catholic Worker filed a complaint with the state, alleging an Iowa State Trooper violated the civil rights of seven Latino construction workers during an April traffic stop. The complaint demands the state clarify its own requirements of law enforcement conducting immigration actions. Seven Latino…
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Trump to restart collection on defaulted student loans, raising concerns for Iowa borrowers
With millions of borrowers at risk and wage garnishments set to begin this summer, women and minority borrowers stand to lose the most as the Trump administration ends five years of student loan collection mercy. Student loan borrowers who have fallen behind on payments face a harsh new reality starting next month as the Trump…
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15 best indie bookstores in Iowa
Check out these independent bookstores in Iowa where you can cozy up and find your next great read.
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Drivers swerves toward crowd during Cedar Falls rally
There was a rally this weekend along a stretch of Greenhill Road in Cedar Falls that drew hundreds to protest the administration’s choices. It was part of a larger Day of Action put on by the 50501 Movement, which has encouraged rallies across the country since February. People held signs calling for the return of…
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University of Iowa unveils plans for new cancer research hub
The University of Iowa revealed plans for a cutting-edge Cancer Research Building to spur groundbreaking discoveries and address Iowa’s growing cancer needs.
