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CDC Reports: Measles cases in Iowa this year escalate as of week ending Aug. 16

By D. E. Ruiz | Aug 26, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Iowa for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Aug. 9.

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Senator Grassley discusses ethanol act, farm bill, and other key topics in weekly report

By E. H. Little | Aug 26, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley has released his weekly Capitol Hill Report, highlighting several legislative topics currently under discussion in Congress.

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Iowa City man receives over 11-year sentence for receipt of child pornography

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

An Iowa City resident, Heath Ashley Harmon, 49, has been sentenced to 132 months in federal prison for the receipt of child pornography.

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Grassley helps secure compensation deals for ten FBI whistleblowers after retaliation

By E. H. Little | Aug 26, 2025

Ten FBI whistleblowers have reached compensation agreements with the Federal Bureau of Investigation after experiencing demotions, revoked security clearances, and extended unpaid administrative leave.

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Grassley names new state director after longtime leader retires

By E. H. Little | Aug 26, 2025

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Council Bluffs man receives 15-year federal sentence for child pornography charges

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 25, 2025

A Council Bluffs resident, David Michael Morse, 55, was sentenced on July 24, 2025, to 180 months in federal prison for receiving child pornography and possessing a firearm as a felon.

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NFIB launches ad campaign thanking Rep. Miller-Meeks for supporting small business tax relief

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 25, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched new radio and digital advertisements in Iowa’s 1st District to thank Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks for her support in making the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent.

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Ramp closure planned for maintenance work on Interstate 235

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 23, 2025

Maintenance work on the bridge over Broadway Avenue will lead to the closure of the eastbound I-80 to westbound I-235 ramp in Polk County.

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Cedar Rapids man pleads guilty to federal gun charge after police pursuit

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 22, 2025

A Cedar Rapids man has pleaded guilty in federal court to possessing a firearm as a felon.

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Senator Grassley discusses impact of new federal tax law during Iowa county meetings

By Y. P. Silverman | Aug 22, 2025

During the Senate’s August recess, Senator Chuck Grassley has continued his annual 99 county meetings across Iowa, reaching 87 counties so far this year.

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Independence man indicted on federal child pornography charges

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 22, 2025

Jordan Michael Million, a 23-year-old resident of Independence, Iowa, has been indicted on federal child pornography charges.

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Nighttime closure planned for eastbound I-80 in West Des Moines

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 22, 2025

Eastbound Interstate 80 will be closed from Grand Prairie Parkway (exit 118) to the Southwest Mixmaster in West Des Moines on Tuesday, September 2.

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Fort Dodge man receives ten-year sentence for methamphetamine distribution conspiracy

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 21, 2025

A Fort Dodge man has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison for his role in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy.

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Grassley and Shaheen mark Fentanyl Prevention Day amid ongoing opioid crisis

By Y. P. Silverman | Aug 21, 2025

Senators Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) are drawing attention to the dangers of fentanyl as part of Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day.

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Arthur man pleads guilty to receipt of child pornography in federal court

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 21, 2025

A 32-year-old man from Arthur, Iowa, pleaded guilty on August 20, 2025, in federal court in Sioux City to receiving child pornography.

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Iowa DOT advises public against using closed I-29 bike trail due to safety risks

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 21, 2025

In Sioux City, the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) has urged the public to avoid using the closed bike trail adjacent to Interstate 29.

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Fort Dodge man sentenced for intent to distribute methamphetamine

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 20, 2025

Alan Eugene Beier, 61, of Fort Dodge, Iowa, has been sentenced to 42 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.

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Cedar Rapids man pleads guilty to federal child exploitation charges

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 20, 2025

A Cedar Rapids man has pleaded guilty in federal court to multiple child exploitation offenses.

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Waterloo man sentenced to fifteen years for gang-related shooting

By Hawkeye Reporter | Aug 20, 2025

A Waterloo man has been sentenced to fifteen years in federal prison for his involvement in a gang-related shooting that occurred on August 21, 2022.

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Grassley discusses farm bill progress, energy tax credits, and future plans in latest Capitol Hill report

By Y. P. Silverman | Aug 20, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley has released his weekly Capitol Hill Report for August 20, 2025.