State News

Hinson Rally Kicks Off 2026 US Senate Campaign

Cedar Rapids, Iowa (RI) — Republican Congresswoman Ashley Hinson says Democrats want to push the country past the brink, and that’s why she’s running for the U-S Senate. Hinson hosted

Iowa Politicians Call Kirk’s Shooting Unacceptable

Iowa (RI) — Leaders of Iowa’s two major political parties are condemning political violence and making an appeal for calm in the wake of the shooting death of influential conservative

State Traffic Deaths Are Well Behind Last Year

Ames, Iowa (RI) — Traffic deaths on Iowa roadways are down by 32 compared to this time last year. DOT director Scott Marler told the Transportation Commission they are happy

Fall Enrollment Up At UI, ISU, Down Slightly At UNI

Iowa (RI) — Figures out today show two of the three state universities saw enrollment increases for the fall semester. The University of Iowa saw enrollment increase by 784 students

Casey’s Sees Good First Quarter

Ankeny, Iowa (RI) — The Ankeny-based Casey’s convenience store chain reported good results in the first quarter of the new fiscal year. Senior vice president Brian Johnson spoke about the