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Tuesday, October 21, 2025

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Speaker Grassley announces committee leadership changes ahead of 2026 session

By M. L. Duckworth | Oct 20, 2025

House Speaker Pat Grassley has announced new appointments for House committee chair positions ahead of the 2026 Legislative Session.

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Rep. Gary Mohr addresses Iowa's fiscal strategy following REC October projections

By M. L. Duckworth | Oct 20, 2025

Rep. Gary Mohr, Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, has commented on the recent October projections from the Revenue Estimating Conference.

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Iowa allocates $3.3 million for rail infrastructure to boost job creation

By R. K. Blankenship | Oct 20, 2025

The Iowa Transportation Commission has allocated $3.3 million for rail infrastructure and development projects through the Railroad Revolving Loan and Grant (RRLG) Program.

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Iowa 3 bridge reopens after expedited flood recovery project

By F. L. Murphy | Oct 19, 2025

The Iowa Department of Transportation has announced the reopening of the Iowa 3 bridge over the Little Sioux River in Cherokee.

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Traffic pattern changes on I-80 between West Branch and Iowa City start Oct. 21

By M. L. Duckworth | Oct 18, 2025

Traffic changes are set to begin on Interstate 80 between West Branch and Iowa City starting October 21, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation's Davenport construction office.

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Senator Grassley continues oversight into FBI's 'Arctic Frost' probe targeting Trump allies

By R. M. Machado | Oct 17, 2025

Under the Biden administration, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) launched an investigation in April 2022 codenamed Arctic Frost.

Iowa governor extends harvest proclamation allowing heavier farm transport loads

By E. H. Little | Oct 17, 2025

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds will extend a proclamation that affects the transportation of agricultural products and materials across the state.

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Permanent road closure near Granger begins October 21

By F. L. Murphy | Oct 17, 2025

The Iowa Department of Transportation has announced the permanent closure of NW 114th Street at NW 106th Avenue near Granger, effective Tuesday, October 21.

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Iowa Mississippi River Parkway Commission to hold meeting in Dubuque

By M. L. Duckworth | Oct 17, 2025

The Iowa Mississippi River Parkway Commission (MRPC) is scheduled to meet on October 21 at the E.B. Lyons Interpretative Center in Dubuque.

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Senate Judiciary Committee advances two U.S. attorney nominees

By E. H. Little | Oct 16, 2025

The Senate Judiciary Committee has moved forward with two nominations for U.S. Attorney positions.

Governor Reynolds highlights Iowa's fiscal position after REC meeting

By E. H. Little | Oct 16, 2025

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds commented on the state’s financial outlook following the October meeting of the Revenue Estimating Conference (REC).

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Iowa DOT opens new bridge over Little Sioux River after flood impact

By R. K. Blankenship | Oct 16, 2025

The Iowa Department of Transportation is set to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Iowa 3 bridge over the Little Sioux River in Cherokee.

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NFIB reports decline in small business optimism amid rising uncertainty

By M. L. Duckworth | Oct 15, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index declined by 2.0 points in September, settling at 98.8.

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Senator Grassley discusses Israel-Hamas ceasefire, farm aid, and Supreme Court voting rights case

By Y. P. Silverman | Oct 15, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley has released his weekly Capitol Hill Report, addressing several current issues.

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Iowa DOT prepares roads for upcoming winter season

By R. K. Blankenship | Oct 15, 2025

The Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) is gearing up for the winter season, urging residents to prepare for rapidly changing weather conditions.

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Iowa reports surge in measles infections this year as of week ending Sept. 27

By D. E. Ruiz | Oct 14, 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 Sept. 20.

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Flags to be lowered statewide October 25 in honor of late Senator Claire Celsi

By Y. P. Silverman | Oct 14, 2025

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has directed that all flags in the state be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in honor of Iowa Senator Claire Celsi.

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Iowa officials announce public schedules for week of October 13

By Y. P. Silverman | Oct 14, 2025

Governor Kim Reynolds and Lieutenant Governor Chris Cournoyer have released their public schedules for the week of October 13 to October 19, 2025.

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Grassley seeks records from telecom firms and federal agencies in Arctic Frost probe

By Y. P. Silverman | Oct 14, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has sent letters to four major telecommunications companies and five federal agencies, requesting that they provide Congress with all records previously handed over to former Special...

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NFIB leader thanks Miller-Meeks for supporting small business tax deduction

By R. K. Blankenship | Oct 13, 2025

Iowa State Director Matt Everson of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) expressed gratitude to Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Iowa's congressional delegation for their backing of the small business tax deduction.