Eastern Iowa’s Baby Name Buzz – See the Favorites!

In honor of Mother's Day, the Social Security Administration released its annual list of the most popular baby names in the United States. And for the sixth year in a row, the top spot goes to the same two names. What Are the Most Popular Baby Names in …

Iowa Senate removes private colleges from D.E.I. ban

Republicans in the Iowa Senate have approved a House bill that bars D.E.I. initiatives at all levels of Iowa government, but senators scaled back some parts of the legislation. The State of Iowa provides Iowa Tuition Grants to low income students at Iowa …

Pipeline bill dilemma a stumbling block to ending ’25 Iowa legislature

It’s not yet clear that the 2025 Iowa legislature will be able to finish work on the state budget this week and adjourn for the year. Twelve Republicans have said they won’t vote on state spending plans until the Senate votes on a bill with new rules for …

Iowa Hispanic heritage events canceled amid increased immigration enforcement

The VIVA Ottumwa Latino Festival and Latino Festival of Washington were both called off. OTTUMWA, Iowa — Iowa events celebrating Hispanic heritage are being canceled following the federal government’s crackdown on immigration. Both the VIVA Ottumwa Latino …

New research shows effects of nitrates on Iowa's most vulnerable

New research at Iowa State University shows elevated nitrate levels have an outsize effect on the state's most vulnerable populations. Studies show exposure to nitrates can increase the risks of birth defects and various types of cancer. ISU Water …

Trump Nominates Iowa Regent to be Assistant Secretary of Postsecondary Ed

David Barker, a member of the Iowa Board of Regents, was nominated by President Donald Trump on Friday to be the Assistant Secretary for Postsecondary Education. If confirmed, Baker would work under nominated undersecretary Nicholas Kent, and oversee …

Northwest Iowa woman celebrates 70 years of playing the organ for her church

Fighting for Iowa’s small businesses in Washington

Joni Ernst Small businesses are the lifeblood of Iowa’s economy, making up more than 99% of all businesses and employing 82% of workers. These businesses mean so much more than the livelihoods they support and the jobs they create, they embody the American …

SNUBBED: Iowa State Softball DENIED NCAA Tournament Spot | Big 12 Success NOT ENOUGH? ASU, UCF IN

The sting of being left out of the Women's College World Series can be a harsh blow, especially when a team feels they've earned a spot. ISU is feeling that pain. Author: wtsp.com Published: 1:06 AM EDT May 12, 2025 Updated: 1:06 AM EDT May 12, …

Iowa veterans' stories preserved in Library of Congress archives

PRISON SENTENCE FOR MANSLAUGHTER. WELL, THE STORIES OF 12 IOWA VETERANS ARE NOW IN THE ARCHIVES OF THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS. IOWA SENATOR CHUCK GRASSLEY AND HIS STAFF WORKED WITH STUDENTS FROM KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE TO RECORD THEM DURING AN EASTERN IOWA …