‘Our democracy is run by two private clubs’: can a pro-hunting Democrat lead a blue wave in Iowa? As Trump’s approval ratings dip and gas prices rise, Democrats see an opening with Rob Sand The Guardian - US · Jun 1
Trump jumps into Republican primaries for governor in South Carolina, Iowa and Oklahoma President Trump has thrown his support behind three Republican gubernatorial hopefuls in South Carolina, Iowa, and Oklahoma. His endorsements for Pamela Evette, Randy Feenstra, and Mike Mazzei come as these states gear up for competitive GOP primaries. Trump highlighted Evette's loyalty and Feenstra's "MAGA all the way" stance, aiming to… The Economic Times · May 30
Hall Pass: Your Ticket to Understanding School Board Politics, Edition #207 Welcome to Hall Pass, a newsletter written to keep you plugged into the conversations driving school board governance, the politics surrounding it, and education policy. Ballotpedia · May 27
Texas, Nebraska, Iowa, West Virginia sue ISS over ESG disclosures In this week’s edition of Economy and Society: Ballotpedia · May 27
‘It’s taking all of our money’: truck drivers in Iowa lament gas price surge sparked by Trump’s Iran war As the summer season warms up, long-haul truck drivers lament their bills and vendors worry about raising prices The Guardian - US · May 24
Iowa woman accuses her landlord of trashing her furniture for being ‘ugly,’ but what he did with it has people demanding police involvement A surprise she definitely didn’t see coming We Got This Covered · May 22
Iowa teen kills a man, then sits in the car with the corpse playing music. Then he met his family with a chilling request Disturbing would be an understatement. We Got This Covered · May 22
'Pokémon' Professor Application Rejection: Iowa Man Sues Nintendo Over Certification Rules A rejected "Pokémon" Professor applicant sues over certification denial, alleging unfair background check policies and lost business opportunities. Player One · May 21
Tennessee Man Jailed Over Charlie Kirk Meme Wins Massive $835,000 Payout After Free Speech Battle Larry Bushart, a retired officer, wins a £663,000 settlement after being unlawfully arrested for sharing a Facebook meme, highlighting significant free speech concerns in a polarised political climate. International Business Times UK · May 20
Iowa man wants Nintendo to pay him $341K after they denied him ‘Pokémon Professor’ status Kyle Owens claims in the lawsuit that he received 100 percent of the professorship test, but that his score later dropped after he completed a background check The Independent UK · May 19
34-year-old Iowa man is suing Nintendo because it won’t grant him the ‘Pokémon Professor’ title He wants to be the very best. Destructoid · May 19
‘This should not be legal’: Iowa man never tips at his regular restaurant. Then he opens his receipt and finds an $11 surprise The hottest U.S. culture debate reignites. We Got This Covered · May 18
Plains Tornado Warning: Multi-Day Storm Blasts Midwest With 'Softball-Sized' Hail and Long-Track Twisters A volatile storm system has pummelled the central United States as forecasters warn that an even more dangerous Plains tornado outbreak could unfold on Monday. International Business Times UK · May 18
Social media CEOs called to Senate Judiciary hearing The Senate Judiciary Committee has called on the executives of major social media companies to testify before the panel next month regarding child online safety. Chairman Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, sent letters to the heads of Meta, Google, Snap and TikTok earlier this month seeking attendance at a hearing on… Roll Call · May 15
The Independent UK · May 14 Iowa governor signs bill that will make it easier to get cancer screenings Kim Reynolds signs ‘Patients First Act’ to streamline access to care
International Business Times UK · May 12 Are People Being Paid to Attend JD Vance Events? Claims of $100 Offers and $25 Referral Fees Go Viral Claims of cash incentives for attending a JD Vance rally in Iowa have sparked controversy, with screenshots of the offer circulating online, raising questions about event turnout tactics.
The Independent UK · May 7 Vance’s close ties to Trump’s agenda could be his political undoing in 2028, strategists warn Vice president may find himself facing ‘the Kamala Harris problem,’ conservatives caution
We Got This Covered · May 6 ‘What is, uhh’: JD Vance freezes mid-speech in Iowa, can’t recall the name of the candidate he came to endorse The Veep just had a Joe Biden moment in Iowa.
The Independent UK · May 6 JD Vance painfully stumbles through speech to a silent crowd while making Iowa debut IN FULL
The Independent UK · May 6 JD Vance mocked online after fumbling his Iowa speech: ‘I’m on the wrong page here’ Several commenters contrasted Vance’s stumbling performance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s slick White House briefing Tuesday
International Business Times UK · May 6 JD Vance Rally In Des Moines Faces Embarrassing Zero Buzz As Crowd's 'Dead Silence' Follows Tepid Trade Policy Pitch Vice President JD Vance's Iowa rally aimed to support Rep Zach Nunn's campaign, but an awkward moment and hints of a 2028 presidential run stole the spotlight.
The Independent UK · May 5 Vance brings son to cast his vote in Ohio primaries, tries to woo Iowa GOP voters Vance’s visit coincides with Iowans grappling with elevated prices for gas and fertilizer
The Independent UK · May 4 4 big water projects underway in South Dakota A major water expansion project is underway along the Missouri River to provide fresh water to hundreds of thousands of people in South Dakota
We Got This Covered · May 4 Iowa couple was told the home was ready for move-in. Then they stepped through the door: ‘Just saved yourself about $15K’ Welp, guess they are sorted.
Saving Advice · May 3 Iowa Seniors: The $24,480 Income Limit That Determines Eligibility for Key 2026 Benefits If you’re an Iowa senior planning for 2026, one number could quietly impact your benefits more than anything else: $24,480. This figure isn’t random—it’s the...