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politics2 days ago•1 min saved

Iowa Governor Debate: Lahn and Sand Clash on Residency, Cancer, and Taxes

Republican Zach Lahn and Democrat Rob Sand clashed in their first gubernatorial debate on October 6 in Davenport, focusing on Lahn's residency history, cancer rates, and tax policies. Sand, the state auditor, criticized Lahn for voting in Kansas and called him a 'radical liberal,' while Lahn accused Sand of being a 'liberal billionaire' backed by his wife's family. The debate, hosted by KWQC, highlighted a competitive race to succeed retiring Governor Kim Reynolds in a state that has trended right since 2010.

via KCRG|

#election-2026 #iowa #kim-reynolds

economy3 days ago•21 min saved

Iowa Steel Deal Faces Scrutiny Over Election Timing

President Trump announced a $15 billion steel plant in Iowa, but the deal faces criticism for its timing just before the midterm elections.

via AlterNet|

#economy #iowa #mesabi-metallics

college-football4 days ago•0 min saved

Smith's 206-yard Iowa rout sets stage for Indiana showdown

Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith declared himself the best player in the country after a dominant 31-14 victory over Iowa, where he set program records for career receptions and touchdowns. While NBC Sports highlights his Heisman claims and NFL draft status, USA Today frames the win as a critical warning to Indiana ahead of their upcoming Big Ten clash, and KCRG notes Iowa's inability to contain Ohio State's offense.

via NBC Sports|

#college-football #heisman-trophy #indiana

sports5 days ago•5 min saved

Jeremiah Smith's Dominant 206-Yard Day Against Iowa Cements His Status as a 21st-Century College Football Legend

Jeremiah Smith recorded 206 receiving yards and two touchdowns in Ohio State's 31-14 victory over Iowa, setting school records for career receptions, yards, and touchdowns. His performance places him in the conversation for the greatest college receivers of the 21st century, with CBS Sports ranking him third behind Larry Fitzgerald and Calvin Johnson. The game featured a notable 57-yard touchdown catch and highlighted Smith's ability to dominate despite triple coverage, solidifying his status as the nation's top receiver and a likely top pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.

via CBS Sports|

#college-football #iowa #jeremiah-smith

politics6 days ago•5 min saved

Iowa Fast-Tracks $1.36B Steel Deal Amid Election Turmoil

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a bill granting $1.36 billion in tax incentives to Mesabi Metallics, an Indian-owned steel company, for a new plant in Lee County. The legislation passed a special session in a single day, just two weeks before early voting begins in the state’s pivotal 2026 elections. While the project promises 1,750 permanent jobs, critics cite the rushed timeline, the company’s bankruptcy history, and the lack of public safeguards as major concerns.

via CBS News|

#2026-midterms #essar-group #iowa

politics6 days ago•5 min saved

Iowa Lawmakers Approve $1.36B Tax Break for Foreign-Owned Steel Mill Amid Election Pressure

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a bill Friday allowing up to $1.36 billion in tax incentives for a proposed $15 billion steel mill in Lee County. The measure, passed in a special session, expands the state's MEGA program to offer a 10% investment credit over 10 years. The project, owned by India's Essar Group, is expected to create 1,750 permanent jobs by 2030 but faces criticism over its rushed timeline and foreign ownership.

via KCCI|

#iowa #kim-reynolds #mesabi-metallics

crime-and-public-safety8 days ago•7 min saved

Dubuque County Motorcyclist Confirmed Dead from Crash Injuries

Authorities have confirmed that a motorcyclist died from injuries sustained in a recent crash in Dubuque County, Iowa. While the specific circumstances, victim identity, and exact location remain undisclosed, the fatality adds to a series of recent fatal traffic incidents across the United States, including crashes in Nebraska and Georgia.

via TelegraphHerald.com|

#crime-and-public-safety #dubuque-county #fatal-accident

local-news10 days ago•2 min saved

Carol Boylan, 91, Dies in Le Mars; Services Set for October

Carol Helen Boylan, 91, of Le Mars, Iowa, died at her home on September 27, 2026. Visitation is scheduled for October 2 at Rexwinkel Funeral Home, followed by a private burial at Memorial Cemetery.

via Rexwinkel Funeral Homes|

#funeral-services #iowa #le-mars

health10 days ago•2 min saved

Iowa family urges reform after father's suicide highlights crisis care gaps

The family of Sean Robinson, who died by suicide in Iowa in June 2026, is advocating for changes in mental health crisis care standards. They argue that current hospital protocols, which require patients to explicitly admit to immediate suicidal intent for inpatient admission, failed to provide adequate support despite Robinson's documented struggles with anxiety, depression, and poor sleep. The family highlights that Robinson visited two behavioral health facilities in the weeks before his death but was not admitted for inpatient care. Advocates and family members criticize the current diagnostic threshold as ineffective, noting that many individuals in crisis do not express direct suicidal thoughts until it is too late. This case underscores broader concerns about Iowa's limited psychiatric infrastructure, which ranks last in the nation for hospital beds per capita.

via KCCI|

#health #healthcare-access #iowa

health10 days ago•0 min saved

Stranger Donor Saves Iowa Father with Stage 4 Cancer

Kyler Hess, a father of four from Polk City, Iowa, received a life-saving liver transplant from an unexpected living donor after doctors determined it was the only path to curing his stage 4 colorectal cancer. The donor, Abby Conley, a stranger who followed Hess’s journey online, successfully passed medical tests at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, after Hess’s brother was deemed ineligible due to anatomical issues. The transplant aims to allow Hess to survive long enough to witness his children’s future milestones.

via KCCI|

#colorectal-cancer #health #iowa

politics11 days ago•393 min saved

Trump Announces $15B Iowa Steel Mill, Framing Tariffs as Catalyst for 'Largest-Ever' US Plant

President Trump announced a $15 billion steel mill in Iowa, promising 1,750 permanent jobs and 10 million tons of annual production by 2030. The facility, built by Mesabi Metallics, will use iron ore from a new Minnesota mine and is framed as a victory for domestic manufacturing and national security ahead of the 2026 midterms.

via NBC News|

#iowa #mesabi-metallics #midterms

economy11 days ago•1 min saved

Trump Unveils $15B Iowa Steel Plant, Promising 1,750 Jobs by 2030

President Trump announced a $15 billion investment by Mesabi Metallics to build the largest steel plant in U.S. history in Iowa. The facility aims to produce 10 million tons annually by 2030, creating 1,750 permanent jobs and 6,000 construction roles. The project uses iron ore from a new Minnesota mine, though critics note the long timeline and past delays in similar initiatives.

via CNBC|

#economy #iowa #manufacturing

sports11 days ago•4 min saved

Big Ten Road Teams Surge to 70% Win Rate as Michigan and USC Stumble

A historic Saturday in college football saw six Big Ten teams win road games, with all eight road teams covering the spread. This performance pushed the conference's road win rate to 70% for the season, a stark contrast to the 42.6% average in its first two seasons as an 18-team league. The surge was driven by former Big Ten West division members, including Iowa, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Minnesota, who delivered decisive victories against traditional powerhouses. While Ohio State and Indiana won at home, visitors Illinois and Northwestern also covered the spread. The results exposed weaknesses in Michigan's offense and USC's defense, placing coaches Kyle Whittingham and Lincoln Riley on the hot seat. Meanwhile, Texas remains undefeated, and the College Football Playoff bracket features Texas, Ohio State, Florida, and Notre Dame as the top four seeds.

via si.com|

#big-ten #college-football #iowa

crime11 days ago

Waterloo teen found dead in brush after gunfire; police search home

A 17-year-old boy was found dead in a wooded area in Waterloo, Iowa, on Saturday morning after a 911 call reported a body in the 1000 block of West 3rd Street. Police confirmed the teen had died and found evidence of gunfire at the scene. Investigators subsequently executed a search warrant at a home in the 300 block of Randolph Street, though no arrests have been announced. Authorities described the incident as isolated with no ongoing threat to the community, and the victim's name is being withheld pending family notification.

via KCRG|

#crime #homicide #iowa

sports12 days ago•7 min saved

Week 4 Chaos: Iowa Stuns Michigan, Florida Dominates, and Oregon Survives Moore Injury

Week 4 delivered a historic slate of upsets, with Iowa defeating Michigan 20-19 on a final-second touchdown, Florida crushing Ole Miss 52-28, and Oregon overcoming a critical injury to beat USC 41-27. Texas narrowly survived Tennessee 20-17, while LSU and Mississippi State secured significant ranked wins. The results have drastically reshaped the AP Top 25, with Florida and Mississippi State poised for major ranking jumps and Michigan and Texas A&M likely to drop out of the rankings.

via Fox News|

#college-football #florida #iowa