Axne Wins Tight Rematch With Young

Iowa Democratic Congresswoman Cindy Axne defeated Republican David Young for a second time, according to unofficial results.

Hinson Leads Race To Represent Iowa’s 1st District

Republican challenger Ashley Hinson appeared to have edged past U.S. Rep. Abby Finkenauer late Tuesday.

GOP Expands Iowa House Majority, Holds Senate

Republicans said early Wednesday they would keep their trifecta hold on the Iowa Statehouse.

Democrats Struggle For U.S. Senate Control After Failing To Knock Off GOP Incumbents

Democrats gained at least one Republican-held seat in the U.S. Senate, but also lost a seat of their own.

COVID-19 Infections Show Unprecedented Surge In Iowa, With New Records For Hospitalizations, Outbreaks

Iowa saw a sharp, unprecedented surge in the spread of COVID-19 over the weekend, recording a staggering 7,856 new infections.

Election Day Troubleshooting: Here’s What To Do If Your Absentee Ballot Is Absent, You’re Not Registered Or Other Voting Issues

It’s Election Day, and polls are open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. in Iowa.

A Close Race, With Iowa Essential To Trump, Makes A Recount More Likely

Under a high voter turnout scenario, former Vice President Joe Biden has a narrow lead, 50% to 47%, over the president.

In Iowa’s 4th District, Prioritizing Ethanol Is Focus For Feenstra And Scholten

Iowa’s ethanol industry is suffering worse losses than economists originally predicted, increasing pressure on Congress and President Trump.

1st District Candidates Spar Over Health Care, But Agree On Pre-Existing Conditions

Democrat Abby Finkenauer, now seeking a second term in the November election, is facing Republican Ashley Hinson.

Trump To Iowa Voters: Coronavirus Vaccine Is ‘A Few Short Weeks’ Away

President Donald Trump unleashed another free-wheeling — and, at times, factually challenged — stream of pronouncements in Iowa Sunday.

Iowa Surpasses 1 Million Absentee Ballot Requests

The number of Iowans requesting absentee ballots continues to surge just before the November election.

Iowa Nursing Homes With Dozens Of Infections Were Cleared By Inspectors Weeks Before

Of the 20 Iowa nursing homes with the biggest, active COVID-19 outbreaks, 14 were cleared by state inspectors of any violations.

State Agency Tells Iowans: Don’t Complain About Lack Of Face Masks In Restaurants

The Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals recently posted an online “COVID-19 violation” complaint form that consumers can use.

After Summer Of Protests, Senate Candidates Commit To Different Levels Of Criminal Justice Reform

Over the summer, politicians locally and nationwide felt heavy pressure from Black Lives Matter activists, as they demanded policy changes.

Feenstra, Scholten Differ On Tax Policies And Methods To Sustain Social Security

As the solvency of Social Security continues into questionable territory, Congress will need to decide if it wants protect the security net.

Iowa’s COVID-19 Hospitalizations Top 600 For The First Time

More than 600 Iowans are now hospitalized with COVID-19, another new record and double the number reported just six weeks ago.

Struggle For Control Of The U.S. Senate Enters Its Final Tense Hours

Democrats have a shot at winning the White House, capturing the Senate majority and keeping their hold on the House.

Scholten Supports Universal Health Care; Feenstra Says Repeal The ACA

The candidates for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District offer vastly different prescriptions for managing the COVID-19 pandemic.

1st District Candidates Differ On Education, Police Reform And Immigration

The so-called “values voters” in Iowa’s 1st Congressional District have a clear choice this November.

COVID-19 And Health Care Become Top Priorities In Senate Race As Iowans Look To Congress For Aid

As Iowa has remained one of the nation’s top COVID-19 hot spots for weeks in a row, the federal government’s response to the pandemic ha ...

Finkenauer And Hinson Clash Over Taxes, Energy And Infrastructure

Democrat Abby Finkenauer, who is seeking a second term in the November election, is facing Republican Ashley Hinson.

‘It’s A 2020 Election. Everything Is Crazy’: Iowa County Auditors Prepare For Election Day

At the Warren County Auditor’s Office, work is non-stop.

Experts: Iowa’s Renewable Energy Growth Depends On Better Transmission

Iowa could become a bigger leader in renewable energy, especially if renewable hydrogen is developed and transmission lines are improved.

Mysterious ‘Pop-Up PACs’ Activate In Some Competitive U.S. Senate Races

Any money they take in after Oct. 15 doesn’t have to be revealed until the next legal disclosure deadline, which isn’t until mid-November.

Iowa Sees Surge In COVID-19 Cases, Deaths, Hospitalizations

Iowa continues to see increases in coronavirus-related hospitalizations, deaths and new cases as the state remains without a mask mandate.

State: Health Emergency’s Strain On Systems Warrants Use Of Pandemic Aid For ’19 Software Contract

Iowa state officials on Tuesday defended the use of federal pandemic relief for a no-bid software contract questioned by the state auditor.

2nd District Candidates Debate Climate Change, Environmental Regulations

The candidates in Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District race differ on whether the nation needs more environmental regulation or less.

Without Steve King, Iowa’s 4th District Is In For A Shake-Up

In a rare move, King was ousted this year by Republican primary challenger Randy Feenstra.

3rd District Candidates: Police ‘Bad Actors’ Should Be Addressed

Congress needs to continue to address social justice issues, candidates for Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District seat say.

Young, Axne Back Trade, But Have Different Views On Economy

U.S. Rep. Cindy Axne and her rematch opponent, former Congressman David Young, both see the need for better trade.

Finkenauer, Hinson Spar Over Fundraising, Statehouse Records In Iowa’s 1st Congressional District

U.S. Rep. Abby Finkenauer enters the final week before Election Day with a lead in recent polls over her Republican challenger.

COVID-19 Hospitalizations In Iowa Hit Another Record High

Iowa has set yet another new record for COVID-19 hospitalizations, which are now double the level seen in mid-September.

As Iowa Farmers Struggle, Fighting For Ethanol Industry Becomes A Key Issue In Iowa’s Senate Race

Iowa’s ethanol industry is suffering worse losses than economists originally predicted.

Fitch: Iowa’s Jobless Rate Is 12.7%, Counting All Sidelined Workers

Iowa reported a seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 4.7% for September, based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics protocols.

Senate Race Between Joni Ernst, Theresa Greenfield Remains A Dead Heat

It’s a race politicos and analysts are watching nationwide.

State Panel: Lawmakers Should Ban Profiling, Report Data On Race In Police Stops

A governor-appointed criminal justice advisory group will call on Iowa lawmakers to ban police officers from discriminating against people.

Feenstra: Protecting People With Pre-Existing Conditions Is ‘Paramount,’ But Affordable Care Act Has To Go

Republican candidate Randy Feenstra said protecting people with pre-existing conditions is “paramount” in future legislation.

3rd District Candidates Split On Paris Agreement, Other Environmental Issues

The candidates for Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District seat are divided over how to address climate change and other environmental issues.

2nd District Candidates Differ On Future Of ACA, How To Fight COVID

The candidates for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District seat agree that more needs to be done to fight COVID-19 and other health threats.

Barrett Nomination Advances To The U.S. Senate Floor With A GOP-Only Vote

The 12 Republicans on the panel speedily voted on Barrett’s nomination, including Iowa Sens. Joni Ernst and Chuck Grassley.