Des Moines, Iowa — For the first time in 44 years, lawmakers have voted to make changes in Iowa’s popular “Bottle Bill.” Read more
Legislators Approve $5.5 Million Budget Increase For UI, ISU, UNI
Statewide Iowa — Legislators returned to the state capitol Tuesday to put the finishing touches on state spending plans for the budgeting year that begins July 1st. Read more
Legislature Sends Governor Bill That Puts Moratorium On New Casino Licenses
Des Moines Iowa — Ninety-five legislators have voted to put the brakes on a proposed casino in Cedar Rapids and the proposal is headed to Governor Kim Reynolds for her signature.
Lawmaker Exits Iowa House Floor, Says He’s Leaving For Basic Training For US Coast Guard Auxiliary
Des Moines, Iowa — A western Iowa legislator cast his final vote in the Iowa House, then announced late Monday night that he was leaving for basic training for the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Read more
Iowa Boaters Must ‘Clean, Drain & Dry’ Or Face Up To A $500 Fine
Statewide Iowa — Forecasters say warmer weather should arrive by Friday, assuring there will be thousands of pleasure boats on Iowa’s waterways for the start of the holiday weekend. Read more
Wet And Rainy Conditions Expected Tonight Into Thursday
Northwest Iowa — While the first half of Tuesday will likely remain fairly dry, wet conditions return Tuesday afternoon sticking around into Thursday. Read more