SNAP benefits won't be able to cover some food items in Iowa soon. Gov. Kim Reynolds is starting a few initiatives aimed at improving access to child care. And all four of Iowa's U.S. House representatives voted for the so-called Big Beautiful Bill.
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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Greenfield residents honored lives lost in the EF4 tornado that tore through the small town last year. Several states are trying to restrict certain foods eligible under SNAP. And how is the town of Perry doing a year after its largest employer closed down?
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8:27
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
Places of worship in Des Moines can offer shelter to people without it. At least five cities in Iowa will have to get rid of a citizen board that oversees local law enforcement. And a Democrat has announced a campaign for secretary of state.
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Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
The Dubuque County Sheriff is not participating in voluntary programs with ICE. Students speak out about proposed tuition increases at the state's public universities. And a new art installation in Davenport.
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Monday, May 19th, 2025
Local 911 service providers are concerned about a provision in the state budget bill. An environment conservation program in Cedar Rapids lost AmeriCorps members because of federal funding cuts. And the latest ruling on Iowa's law that bans LGBTQ instruction in schools.
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