Good to Know: Iowa News Links
September 29, 2025
Superintendent Ian Roberts loses education license and is placed on unpaid administrative leave. Iowa Public Radio
Des Moines community prays, prepares as schools reopen with superintendent in ICE custody, KCCI
September 28, 2025
Des Moines Superintendent Ian Roberts underwent several background checks. The Des Moines Register
States scramble to plug transportation funding holes. Iowa Capital Dispatch
September 27, 2025
Announcements on the Detention of Dr. Ian Roberts. Des Moines Public Schools
Des Moines school board puts Ian Roberts on leave after ICE arrest. The Des Moines Register
September 26, 2025
150+ interviews, zero job offers: Iowa job market ‘rough,’ says recent grad. Iowa Starting Line
WATCH: Iowa farmer says individuals can only do so much to prevent cancer. Iowa Starting Line
Hundreds protest DMPS superintendent’s arrest by ICE agents, call to ‘free Dr. Roberts’ Des Moines Register
Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts detained by ICE agents. Iowa Public Radio
Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts arrested by ICE, district says. Hola America
ICE detains Des Moines Superintendent Dr. Ian Roberts. Bleeding Heartland
‘Today it’s our family. Tomorrow it can be another’: Hundreds rally to demand release of man violently seized by ICE in Iowa City. Little Village
Trump urges Supreme Court to decide whether to end birthright citizenship. SCOTUSblog
September 25, 2025
Woodbury County sued as ICE detainees remain jailed despite judges’ orders. Iowa Capital Dispatch
ICE violently seizes an immigrant worker at Bread Garden Market in Iowa City. Little Village
Video shows Iowa City resident allegedly arrested by federal agents at Bread Garden Market. The Daily Iowan
Iowa Farm Poll reveals farmers’ shifting views about conservation and water quality over a decade. Iowa Public Radio
Police in Iowa Schools Focus of New ACLU of Iowa Initiative. ACLU of Iowa
Pollution rules targeted by EPA are projected to save billions of dollars and thousands of lives. AP News
Iowans in Congress choosing shutdown over extending affordable health care. Bleeding Heartland
September 24, 2025
Shannon Lundgren, House floor manager for Iowa’s anti-abortion bills, becomes fourth Republican running in 2nd District. Little Village
Governor calls special election to replace Rep. Mike Sexton in Iowa House. Iowa Capital Dispatch
Iowa State fires employee who posted: Charlie Kirk ‘got what was coming’. The Gazette
Community rallies behind Iowa City teacher who recounts multiple assaults in classroom. The Gazette
China’s soybean deal stings Iowa growers. Axios Des Moines
Iowa DNR confirms bird flu among Canada geese. KCCI Des Moines
US intends to cancel $13 billion in funds for green energy. Reuters
September 23, 2025
Iowa universities attribute national rankings to work on student support, retention. Iowa Capital Dispatch
UnityPoint spending millions in bid to block nurses union. Axios Des Moines
Crop waste could fill abandoned wells and sequester carbon. Axios Des Moines
Iowa schools now have a cell phone ban. Here’s what students think. Des Moines Register
Food assistance groups warn of dire consequences from cuts to Food Security Survey. KCRG
Major automakers call for EPA to ease tailpipe emissions rules. Reuters
Trump signs order designating antifa a ‘terrorist organization’. Reuters
September 22, 2025
Iowa Health and Human Services Director Kelly Garcia resigns. Iowa Capital Dispatch
Fewer households, businesses will get high-speed internet under revamped federal plan. Iowa Capital Dispatch
As ICE partnerships spread in the Midwest, incentives rise and civil rights concerns deepen. Iowa Public Radio
Polk County’s unsheltered population reaches record levels. Axios Des Moines
September 21, 2025
The sun also sets—but solar batteries are changing that. Bleeding Heartland
Faith, forests and final rest: Iowa Trappist Monks blend spiritual life with conservation, sustainable craftsmanship. The Gazette
After 10 years of mysterious white oak deaths, experts still looking for answers. The Gazette
Iowa towns eye nuclear comeback at Duane Arnold — but at what price? The Gazette
Dust Storms Surprise the Midwest and Raise Worries About Climate Risks. Inside Climate News
September 20, 2025
State lawmakers ask Trump administration to end its review of state regs. Iowa Capital Dispatch
How education, population changes fueled Iowa’s shift toward Trump. The Gazette
September 19. 2025
Des Moines in federal plan to rent ICE office space, sparking local opposition. CBS 2 Iowa
People are hungry — starving — for principled leadership’: Jon Green on his decision not to honor Charlie Kirk in Johnson County. Little Village
Nunn v. Konfrst: Poll shows dead heat in Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District. Iowa Starting Line
Iowa AG leads letter warning colleges against high security fees for conservative voices. Iowa Capital Dispatch
Teacher fired over Charlie Kirk post sues Oskaloosa Schools. Des Moines Register
Mississippi River mayors want FEMA to change its disaster assistance rules after a major flood year. Iowa Public Radio
September 18, 2025
Oskaloosa school board fires teacher after he compared Charlie Kirk to a Nazi. Iowa Public Radio
With Iowa’s AEA law fully in effect, small and large school districts see different impacts. Iowa Public Radio
Iowa regents ask lawmakers for $1M to support student mental health. The Gazette
Iowa is at risk of losing most of its water quality sensors. Here’s why that matters. The Gazette
Gov. Reynolds suggested appointees for new UI Center for Intellectual Freedom. The Gazette
Gun seizures fall in Des Moines amid law change, intervention shifts. Axios Des Moines
Longtime Iowa resident faces deportation, sues over bond issue. Iowa Capital Dispatch
Iowa Sen. Claire Celsi enters hospice care. Iowa Capital Dispatch
September 17, 2025
Board of Regents votes to put university employees on leave following Charlie Kirk comments from Iowa State teacher. Iowa Public Radio
I took on the Reynolds administration and won. Bleeding Heartland
On gender-affirming care and respect. Bleeding Heartland
Midwest’s fastest-growing metro bets it’s bigger than census counts. Axios Des Moines
September 16, 2025
Iowa school districts are waiting for more details on a state plan to consolidate federal funds. Iowa Public Radio
Iowa DOGE member Terry Lutz offers apology for ‘misunderstood’ comments about IPERS and teacher pay. Iowa Public Radio
Pipeline opponents call for regulators to reject Summit’s proposed permit changes. Iowa Capital Dispatch
Iowa Senate Majority Leader Jack Whitver announces retirement, will not seek reelection. Iowa Capital Dispatch
College student news editors face dilemma reporting visa holders’ names and photos. Iowa Capital Dispatch
Expert says ‘risk-free drinking water’ doesn’t exist in Iowa, urges well owners to test their water. The Gazette
Eastern Iowa Airport study finds proposed Alliant plant in Fairfax would raise ‘concerns for airport safety’. The Gazette
Protesters criticize changes to Iowa Department for the Blind training program. The Gazette
Catelin Drey “perhaps unjustly optimistic” about Iowa Senate work. Bleeding Heartland
Nature, mental health and climate conversations at the IEC Conference. Iowa Public Radio
September 15, 2025
Catelin Drey is sworn into the Iowa Senate, breaking the GOP’s supermajority; Democrats say it could change confirmations and negotiations next session. Iowa Capital Dispatch
Campaign Almanac: Cook Political Report shifts IA-02 toward Democrats (Solid R → Likely R) as the field takes shape; Dem U.S. Senate hopefuls tout new endorsements. The Gazette
Summit Carbon Solutions asks Iowa regulators to drop the “Dakotas first” condition on its CO₂ pipeline permit, aiming to move forward in Iowa. Iowa Capital Dispatch
More Iowa districts move to four-day school weeks to address staffing and budget pressures; research on academic outcomes remains mixed. Axios
DNR schedules two September public hearings for the triennial review of water quality standards, covering antidegradation, PFAS and more. The Gazette
September 14, 2025
Ashley Hinson touts Trump’s endorsement at her U.S. Senate campaign kickoff in Cedar Rapids, as 2026 races begin to take shape. Iowa Capital Dispatch
Zach Wahls sharpens his U.S. Senate message in Cedar Rapids, pledging to reject corporate PAC money and framing his campaign around “fixing a broken economy.” The Gazette
September 12, 2025
UnityPoint Health nurses in Des Moines will vote Oct. 5–8 on unionizing; organizers say staffing and patient safety are key issues. Axios
September 11, 2025
Iowa Environmental Council: Iowa Utilities Commission approves settlement for what IEC calls the state’s largest solar proposal.
September 10, 2025
The first Iowa City Songwriters Festival draws strong crowds and national talent, celebrating the craft with panels and sold-out shows. Iowa Public Radio
September 9, 2025
Water quality: Advocates say Iowa can learn from Minnesota’s enforceable nitrate rules and CAFO oversight. Axios
September 7, 2025
Bacteria alerts at state beaches hit the highest level in a decade this summer, underscoring persistent water-quality concerns. The Gazette
September 6, 2025
Analysis: Hinson’s Senate rollout scores quick wins with national backing, but poses long-term risks for a general election run. Bleeding Heartland
Des Moines’ Mainframe Studios hosts “Bienvenidos A Iowa,” celebrating immigrant and Latino artists. Hola America
September 5, 2025
“Labor unions starting to endorse Iowa candidates”: early looks at 2026 labor endorsements and worker-centric issues. Iowa Starting Line
Worker news: Iowa Starting Line’s weekly “Worker’s Almanac” tracks new union votes and layoffs statewide. Iowa Starting Line
Iowa PBS’s music series Studio 3 LIVE returns for Season 3, showcasing new and established artists from around the state. Iowa PBS
September 4, 2025
Hundreds rallied at Cedar Rapids’ ICE field office to support immigrants during check-ins, as DHS tightened the security perimeter. Hola America