National survey finds drugs in the systems of many Iowa drivers in accidents
Jan 04, 2023
By Natalie Krebs (Radio Iowa) A new study finds more than 45% of seriously injured drivers in Iowa had at least one drug in their system. Tim Brown is the director of Drugged Driving Research…
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Iowa Lottery adding new payment option for prizes
Jan 03, 2023
By Dar Danielson (Radio Iowa) The Iowa Lottery plans to move to some more modern methods of payment for prizes in the new year. Lottery spokesperson Mary Neubauer says paper checks had been the standard.…
Iowa fire departments see rise in house fires caused by space heaters
Dec 22, 2022
By Matt Kelley (Radio Iowa) Many Iowans try to combat the bone-chilling cold of winter with space heaters, but they can also bring an increased risk of house fires. Le Mars Fire and Rescue Chief…
Food donations to Iowa food banks decline
Dec 21, 2022
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) The head of the Food Bank of Iowa says donations from grocery stores and other retailers have decreased and, in the first nine months of the year, her organization’s…
Reynolds calls for end to national emergency over COVID
Dec 20, 2022
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) Governor Kim Reynolds and two dozen other Republican governors are urging President Biden to end the national public health emergency for COVID in April. Ending the national public health…
After 2022 setbacks, Iowa Democratic Party’s chairman won’t seek another term
Dec 19, 2022
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) After significant setbacks in the 2022 election and the apparent loss of the lead-off spot for the Iowa Caucuses, the chairman of the Iowa Democratic Party is stepping down.…
Iowa’s Unemployment Rate Increases to 3.1 percent in November As Job Growth Continues
Dec 16, 2022
DES MOINES, IA – Iowa’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased to 3.1 percent in November, while the labor force participation rate held steady at 67.7 percent and more than 500 jobs were added. The U.S.…
Panel predicts dip in Iowa tax revenue
Dec 15, 2022
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) Members of a key state panel say a recession would likely have a limited impact on Iowa’s economy. They’re predicting state tax receipts will decline by 1.9% in 2023…
Wreaths Across America to honor Iowa veterans
Dec 14, 2022
By Pat Powers (Radio Iowa) Volunteers will be laying wreaths on hundreds of veterans’ graves in cemeteries across Iowa this Saturday as part of the national event called Wreaths Across America. Luanne Jackson, Hamilton County’s Veteran…
State of Iowa tax revenue up 6.7% since July 1
Dec 13, 2022
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) State tax collections are continuing to grow significantly, but tax cuts that take effect soon will likely alter that trend. Net state tax revenue is up 6.7% over the…