Speaker Mike Johnson targets April for a big MAGA bill, but GOP senators express skepticism about the timeline and strategy. Mike Johnson Aims for April to Pass Major MAGA Bill Amid GOP Doubts Washington: Speaker Mike Johnson is pushing to get a major bill through the House by April. He wants to bundle President Trump’s…
Governor Reynolds emphasizes the need for improved health care and child care in Iowa while addressing disaster recovery efforts. Reynolds Urges Action on Health Care, Child Care, and Disaster Recovery for 2025 Des Moines: Governor Kim Reynolds delivered her 2025 Condition of the State Address at the Iowa State Capitol. She highlighted the urgent need…
Senator Joni Ernst confirms her support for Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, emphasizing the need for strong leadership. Iowa Senator Joni Ernst Backs Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense Des Moines: Iowa’s Republican Senator Joni Ernst announced she will vote to confirm Pete Hegseth as the new Secretary of Defense. This decision puts an…
Gas prices in the Midwest have decreased slightly, averaging $2.90 per gallon, down from $2.94 last week. Check out the details! Midwest Region Gas Prices Drop from Last Week: Find Out How Much Here Chicago: Last week, gas prices in the Midwest took a little dip. They averaged $2.90 per gallon on Monday, down from…
Sen. Tammy Duckworth and others confront Pete Hegseth over his past views on women in combat during a heated Senate hearing. Sen. Duckworth and Female Senators Challenge Defense Nominee Hegseth Washington: During a tense Senate hearing, Sen. Tammy Duckworth and other female senators took Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth to task over his long-standing objections…
Two Iowa lawmakers are pushing the Board of Regents to deny the UI’s plan for a new school focused on social and cultural studies. Iowa Lawmakers Urge Regents to Reject University of Iowa’s New School Proposal Iowa City: Two state lawmakers are making waves by asking the Iowa Board of Regents to turn down the…
The 2025 inaugural parade will feature groups from across the nation, showcasing a diverse array of participants and honoring military branches. Who Will Be Marching in the 2025 Presidential Inaugural Parade Washington: So, the big day is coming up! The 2025 Presidential Inaugural Parade is set for January 20, right after the swearing-in ceremony for…
Trump’s claims about the stock market’s rise face scrutiny as reality sets in Trump’s Stock Market Boasts Come Back to Haunt Him Post-Election Des Moines: Just two weeks before the 2020 election, Trump and Biden had their last debate. Trump made a bold claim, saying if Biden won, the stock market would crash. Well, Biden…
The Des Moines City Council has approved a plan to seek federal funding for a new homeless village aimed at providing temporary shelter. Des Moines City Council Moves to Secure Federal Funds for Homeless Village Des Moines: The city is pushing forward with plans for a homeless village. City Manager Scott Sanders emphasized the need…
A recent court ruling mandates Cedar Rapids to disclose a closed meeting recording, affecting public meeting protocols statewide. Court Ruling on Cedar Rapids City Council Meeting May Impact Iowa Governance Cedar Rapids: The Iowa Court of Appeals has ordered the city council to release a recording from a closed meeting held four years ago. This…
