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The personal side of Kamala Harris that Deidre DeJear wishes more knew
Former Iowa gubernatorial candidate Deidre DeJear has been mentored by Vice President Kamala Harris for several years and led Harris’ Iowa campaign efforts.
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A Trump judge just blocked the ban of noncompete clauses
The FTC voted to ban noncompete agreements in April—those pesky clauses that employers often force their workers to sign which effectively bar them from starting their own business or finding a new job in the same field within a certain area or timeframe after leaving their current job.
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Iowa seniors would pay more for prescription drugs under Project 2025
Project 2025 calls for repealing the Inflation Reduction Act, which would cause millions of American seniors to pay more for their prescription drugs.
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As Iowa food banks hit record demand, advocates push Reynolds to approve Summer EBT
Gov. Kim Reynolds blamed childhood obesity on her decision not to feed Iowa kids over the summer, but the coalition hopes to change her mind with a petition. As food pantries across Iowa continue to face record demand, a group of anti-hunger nonprofits is renewing its calls for Gov. Kim Reynolds to accept $29 million…
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VIDEOS: Iowa reproductive rights orgs aren’t giving up
Despite the devastating blow to the fight for reproductive freedom, Iowa advocates and care providers say they remain committed to helping Iowans find the care they need. Francine Thompson, executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic in Iowa City, said Iowa’s new near-total abortion ban will not stop the clinic from providing other forms of…
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3 pets banned in Iowa (and 3 that surprisingly aren’t)
Iowans, do you know about your state’s banned pets? The answers to which critters you are and aren’t allowed to own in your state might surprise you.
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The top wildlife refuge in the nation is right here in Iowa
Iowa is home to a hidden gem that’s just been crowned the top wildlife refuge in the U.S.: Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. Here’s what you need to know.
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Iowa’s Best Colleges, According To Their Food Options
Find out which Iowa college gets produce from a local farm—and which is famous for their Rice Krispie treats.
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Kamala Harris’ fight for reproductive freedom takes center stage in 2024
In the two years since the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, Vice President Kamala Harris has become a strong, passionate voice for reproductive rights.
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Coalition proposes radical solution to food insecurity: Iowa farmers
The Iowa Food System Coalition wants to work with Iowa farmers to convince more of them to switch from commodity farming in an effort to boost farm-to-table food offerings. Food insecurity in Iowa has reached staggering numbers, and one organization is asking: What if the call is coming from inside the house? Iowa, a state…
