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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Three Iowa lawmakers hope to legalize recreational marijuana through constitutional amendment. (Dreamstime/TNS)

Iowa lawmakers release proposal to put marijuana legalization on the ballot

Caleb McCullough, Executive editor January 5, 2022

Three Iowa lawmakers hoping to change the state’s marijuana laws shared their proposed constitutional amendment to legalize recreational marijuana in the state on Wednesday.  The amendment, announced...

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds responds to a question asked by a reporter at a press conference at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022.

Photos: Press conference hosted by the Iowa Capitol Press Association

Gabby Drees, Photojournalist January 4, 2022

A press conference hosted by the Iowa Capitol Press Association took place at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa, on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg, House Speaker...

Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg  and Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds smile after Reynolds made a joke at a press conference at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa on Tuesday, January 4, 2022.

Reynolds and legislative leaders look to tax cuts in 2022

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor January 4, 2022

DES MOINES — Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds is hoping to see more tax cuts for Iowans in 2022, she said in a press conference hosted by the Iowa Capitol Press Association on Tuesday.  Reynolds, a Republican,...

Iowa House Speaker Pat Grassley, R-New Hartford, responds to questions posed by reporters at a press conference at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa on Tuesday, January 4, 2022.

Iowa Republicans “prepared to act” on federal vaccine mandates

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor January 4, 2022

DES MOINES — Republican leaders in Iowa said they are “prepared to act” to curb federal vaccine requirements for workers but want to wait to see how lawsuits against the mandates play out in...

Iowa Senator Amy Sinclair, R-Allerton, speaks at a press conference at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa on Tuesday, January 4, 2022.. (Gabby Drees/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa legislators say workforce issues a top priority for upcoming session

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Editor January 4, 2022

DES MOINES — Leaders at the Statehouse said lawmakers will focus on addressing workforce issues in the upcoming legislative session in press conferences on Tuesday.  Gov. Kim Reynolds said she’ll...

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds responds to a reporter's question at a press conference at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa on Tuesday, January 4, 2022.

Lawmakers push for more transparency on school curriculum ahead of legislative session

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Editor January 4, 2022

DES MOINES — Iowa’s Republican leadership called for more transparency around educational materials and increased parental participation in education during press conferences ahead of the 2022...

Recently appointed member of the Truth and Reconciliation Committee Tony Currin. Currin is also the Affirmative Action Chair for the Johnson County Democrats. (Contributed)

Iowa City leader to run for Iowa House

Lauren White, Politics Reporter December 13, 2021

Iowa City community leader Tony Currin announced on Monday that he will be running for Iowa House as a Democrat to replace Rep. Mary Mascher, D-Iowa City, in District 89.  According to a press...

Elinor Levin, Iowa House of Representative candidate for District 89, poses for a portrait at Encounter Cafe in Iowa City on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021.

Democrat Elinor Levin looking to bring new ideas to Iowa Statehouse

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Editor December 13, 2021

Elinor Levin had wanted to run for office for several years, and with the retirement of Rep. Mary Mascher, D-Iowa City, who has been in her seat since 1995, Levin says she has found the right opportunity....

The Iowa State Capitol Building is seen on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 in Des Moines. Tuesday marks the second day of the 2021 Iowa legislative session, including the annual State of the State address given by Gov. Kim Reynolds.

Iowa legislators look to lower income tax ahead of 2022 session

Lauren White, Politics Reporter December 13, 2021

The 2022 legislative session is less than a month away, and a key goal of Iowa Republicans to reduce state income tax. Democrats in the minority party say their priorities include improving the state’s...

University of Iowa senior Dylan Harvey poses for a portrait on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021.

UI student Dylan Harvey launches Iowa House campaign

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Editor December 6, 2021

University of Iowa sociology and political science student Dylan Harvey is running for office as a Democrat in Iowa House District 89. “I've lived in the state my whole life, and I've seen its...

WIN Technology in Eau Claire, owned by 31 mostly small telephone companies, has built a fiber network covering more than 9,200 miles in Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois and Iowa.

Internet providers await federal broadband dollars

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor December 5, 2021

With the passing of the federal infrastructure bill, Iowa internet providers are looking to cash in on the third large round of government funding for broadband in a year as the specifics of the process...

The U.S. Capitol building on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017.

Iowa politicians honor the life of Bob Dole

Lauren White, Politics Reporter December 5, 2021

Iowa elected leaders sent out statements on Sunday in remembrance of Republican Senator and 1996 presidential candidate Robert Dole, honoring his time in Congress.  The Elizabeth Dole Foundation...