January 15, 2026

Federal Judge Weighs Iowa’s Law On Book Bans

Statewide Iowa (RI) — A federal appeals court heard arguments Tuesday in two cases concerning the legality of an Iowa law that bans books with sexual content in school libraries.

Pipeline Bill Clears Iowa House Subcommittee

Des Moines, Iowa (RI) — A bill that would ban the use of eminent domain for pipelines carrying carbon dioxide has cleared an Iowa House subcommittee. The bill is similar

Dieken Says He Won’t Seek Re-Election

Des Moines, Iowa — Changes are ahead for Iowa House District 5. Current Rep. Zach Dieken says this term—which concludes at the end of 2026—will be his last. Aurelia farmer