Sheila Brummer

Both candidates say they want Iowa students to succeed. But Republican Zach Lahn and Democrat Rob Sand disagree over who should qualify for education savings accounts and how the money should be monitored.

Many Ukrainians who fled the war with Russia found safety in the U.S., including in Sioux County. But for some, staying in Iowa is far from certain, as a deadline for temporary protected status expires next month.

Black Hills Energy is facing scrutiny over compliance with state and federal regulations after inspectors found multiple violations. The Iowa Utilities Commission could order the company to pay civil fines or take steps to address the problems.

After hearing from community members who wanted a one-year pause on data centers, the Salix City Council rejected a proposed moratorium. Google is considering a project near the small town.

More than 60 years after a Cold War missile site was deactivated near Missouri Valley, a toxic compound remains in the groundwater. People living nearby are pressing federal officials for answers about health risks and how long the cleanup will take.

A longtime Iowa State Fair tradition gave Republican Zach Lahn and Democrat Rob Sand a chance to make their case to voters. They offered different visions for the state while portraying themselves as willing to challenge politics as usual.

The Salix City Council was set to consider a one-year moratorium on data centers at its meeting on Wednesday. But death threats against city leaders caused the mayor to postpone the discussion due to safety concerns.

The decades-old killing of 18-year-old Terri McCauley inspired her family to help others seeking justice for their loved ones.

New campaign finance reports show Democrat Rob Sand with a fundraising edge over Republican Zach Lahn. But the biggest difference isn't just how much money they're raising — it's where the money comes from as they compete for Iowa's highest office.

Construction is underway on a new Innovation and Discovery Lab at Iowa Lakeside Laboratory that will expand hands-on learning for students of all ages. The new space will also support research to better understand and protect the water quality of the Iowa Great Lakes.