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Rushing: Iowa State president said the quiet part out loud
I want to thank Iowa State University President Wendy Wintersteen for doing us all a favor by finally saying the quiet part out loud: all the...
Muller: Student journalism’s moment to shine
Harvard University President Claudine Gay was feeling the heat nationally after failing to say straight out in congressional testimony that calling...
Iowa sets aside almost $180 million for year two of voucher program
The Iowa Legislature set aside nearly $180 million for the state’s private school voucher program in the 2024-25 school year. This is an almost $50 million increase over original projections.
Biden makes 4 million more workers eligible for overtime pay
The US Department of Labor says updated regulations will increase income thresholds to ensure lower-income salaried employees are fairly compensated when they work more than 40 hours per week.
Biden administration bans noncompete clauses for workers
The new rule bans new noncompete agreements for the vast majority of American workers and requires employers to let current and past employees know they won’t enforce them going forward. Companies will also be required to throw out existing noncompete agreements.
Kalbach: Immediate action needed on corporate ag pollution
Iowa agriculture has undergone substantial changes over the past 40 years. We see it all around us. Rather than crops and livestock being raised on...
New Biden rule protects privacy of women seeking abortions
Under the new rules, state officials and law enforcement cannot obtain medical records related to lawful reproductive health care with the goal of pursuing legal action.
Biden marks Earth Day by announcing $7 billion in solar grants
Forty-nine of these grants are state-level awards, five are multi-state awards, and six are going to Native American tribes. The administration also announced its plans to expand its American Climate Corps green jobs training program on Monday.
6 terrifying things that could happen if the Comstock Act is used to target abortion
If interpreted literally, the Comstock Act could use antiquated legal code to effectively ban abortion by severely limiting the types of medical tools that can be sent via mail—even in states where abortion remains legal.
Iowa parents explain how ‘fetal personhood’ would harm IVF
Lyndi Buckingham-Schutt and her husband Andy Schutt, both Des Moines residents, always knew they wanted to have children. When Lyndi was 30, they...
Where to buy farm-fresh eggs in Eastern Iowa
Check out eight spots all around Eastern Iowa where you can pick up a dozen (or more!) farm-fresh eggs to enjoy any way you like. You can taste the difference.
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Kalbach: Immediate action needed on corporate ag pollution
Iowa agriculture has undergone substantial changes over the past 40 years. We see it all around us. Rather than crops and livestock being raised on tens of thousands of diversified family farms, Iowa has become ground-zero for concentrated industrial factory farms...
New Biden rule protects privacy of women seeking abortions
Under the new rules, state officials and law enforcement cannot obtain medical records related to lawful reproductive health care with the goal of pursuing legal action.
Biden marks Earth Day by announcing $7 billion in solar grants
Forty-nine of these grants are state-level awards, five are multi-state awards, and six are going to Native American tribes. The administration also announced its plans to expand its American Climate Corps green jobs training program on Monday.
6 terrifying things that could happen if the Comstock Act is used to target abortion
If interpreted literally, the Comstock Act could use antiquated legal code to effectively ban abortion by severely limiting the types of medical tools that can be sent via mail—even in states where abortion remains legal.
Iowa parents explain how ‘fetal personhood’ would harm IVF
Lyndi Buckingham-Schutt and her husband Andy Schutt, both Des Moines residents, always knew they wanted to have children. When Lyndi was 30, they started trying. But as the months passed without a positive pregnancy test, the couple became frustrated and concerned. ...
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Where to buy farm-fresh eggs in Eastern Iowa
Check out eight spots all around Eastern Iowa where you can pick up a dozen (or more!) farm-fresh eggs to enjoy any way you like. You can taste the difference.
Here’s your wallet’s guide to 4 great steaks in Des Moines
You can enjoy cheap steak at these Des Moines steakhouses.
In bloom: When & where to see tulips in Iowa
If you’re wondering when and where to see tulips in Iowa, look no further. Here are several festivals and farms to check out this spring.
Happy National Beer Day! Here are Starting Line’s favorite Iowa breweries
For those unaware, April 6 is New Beer's Eve, because it leads up to National Beer Day on April 7. Why April 7? On that day in 1933, the Cullen-Harrison Act went into effect, making it legal for some low-alcohol beer and wine to be sold in the United States. The law...
What’s the best bowling alley in Iowa?
Do you have a go-to spot for striking down those pins? Whether you're a casual player or a competitive league member, we know that not all bowling alleys are created equal. Some dazzle with retro vibes and neon lights, while others win hearts with gourmet food menus...
Read more, spend less: Here’s where you can get free books
Free books are available through several online and in-person resources. Here’s everything you need to know to find free books near you.
15 Martin Luther King Jr. Day events across Iowa in 2024
They say Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday held this year on Jan. 15, 2024, should be "a day on, not a day off." So in that spirit, here...
No more Kum & Go? New owner Maverik of Utah retiring famous brand
Will Kum & Go have come and gone by next year? One new report claims that's the plan by the store's new owners. The Iowa-based convenience store...
Iowa’s 10 oldest cities, and how they got their start
Today, there are 947 incorporated municipalities in Iowa. Check out our list of the 10 oldest Iowa cities, which we have based largely on the official incorporation date according to the Iowa Secretary of State’s office, though we made a few exceptions to that rule where noted.
Here’s a recap of the biggest headlines Iowa celebs made In 2023
For these 7 famous Iowans, 2023 was a year of controversy, career highlights, and full-circle moments.
Feeling charitable? Donate to an Iowa nonprofit that’s Iowan-approved.
It had to be the most popular question we’ve ever asked:
Which charity helping Iowans should folks donate to this year?
Hundreds of worthy causes across the state were mentioned.
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Read a new book from one of these 10 Iowa authors
You probably have heard all about "The Bridges of Madison County." Or how occasional Iowa resident Mark Twain counted Muscatine's sunsets among the best he'd ever seen (and he was a world traveler!). Or how Kurt Vonnegut finished "Slaughterhouse-Five" at the...
Founded with banned books in a garage, Annie’s Foundation opens new office
A year ago, Sara Hayden Parris’s garage was packed haphazardly with books, banners, signs, and other supplies for Annie’s Foundation events. Now, because of a generous donation, those days are no more. On March 28, Parris, board members, and supporters came out to cut...
The zodiac signs of 12 iconic women offer insight into their historic accomplishments
The zodiac signs of 12 iconic women offer insight into their historic accomplishments. Here’s what you need to know about these women and their zodiac signs.
Meet 7 women who broke barriers in the field of astronomy and beyond
These seven women broke barriers in astronomy and beyond. Here’s everything you need to know about seven women who contributed to astronomy.
Crafty Grandma: Waterloo craft-fluencer sharing her skills
Sue Wright and I had been chatting over coffee for a while, about her crafting projects, her tiny cardboard houses, and her YouTube presence, when I noticed the buttons of her shirt bore a striking resemblance to buttons inside of the miniature house she was showing...
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VIDEO: Ty Tries Cotton Candy
Ty's cotton candy expertise came in handy for this edition of Ty Tries! @iowastartingline Ty’s #cottoncandy expertise came in handy for this edition of #TyTries, which included Cotton #Candy #Oreos. #iowa #iowafun #iowafood ♬ original sound - Iowa Starting Line
VIDEO: Everything I Ate at the Iowa State Fair
Delicious. @iowastartingline 😋 😋 😋 😋 😋 🎥: @broadwaychey #iowa #iowalife #iowastatefair #iloveuiowa ♬ original sound - Iowa Starting Line
VIDEO: Tailgating 101
Name a better tailgating state ... we'll wait. @iowastartingline Name a better tailgating state … we’ll wait. #Iowa #cyhawk #iowa #tailgateszn ♬ original sound - Iowa Starting Line
VIDEO: Sioux City 2023 Fall Events
From the city's first-ever Black music festival showcasing a historic neighborhood, to a talent show where all talents are welcome, two new Sioux City events this fall are celebrating the city's diverse cultures. @iowastartingline From the city's first-ever Black...
VIDEO: Log Out of Netflix! Check These Out Instead
Iowa DOES have cool things! Here’s Starting Line Correspondent Avery spotlighting vintage theaters offering accessible and family-friendly entertainment across the state. @iowastartingline Iowa DOES have cool things! Here’s Starting Line Correspondent Avery...
VIDEO: Iowa Bucket List Spot
Add this to your fall bucket list! @iowastartingline Add this to your fall bucket list! 🍂 📹: @lowcountry_wanderer #fall #autumn #iowa #iowans ♬ original sound - Iowa Starting Line