Category: Politics

DES MOINES – In his race for reelection, Iowa’s long-time governor, Terry Branstad, has a 55 – 37 percent likely voter lead over State Sen. Jack Hatch, the Democratic challenger. This compares

DES MOINES – The Iowa U.S. Senate race is going down to the wire, with Republican State Sen. Joni Ernst at 48 percent among likely voters and U.S. Rep. Bruce Braley, the

CLEAR LAKE – It has been revealed to NorthIowaToday.com that Casey Callanan, Republican candidate for 2nd district Cerro Gordo County Supervisor, has made an illegal campaign contribution to the U.S. Senate campaign

DES MOINES –The Iowa Board of Regents has one again voted to freeze tuition at the three major universities in the state. Gov. Terry Branstad today released the following statements applauding the

Letter to the Editor from Chris Watts of Mason City: Educated & Informed Regarding the upcoming election, I think it’s important that all are reminded that one does not have to vote

IOWA CITY – An Iowa legislator was awarded the “Dogs’ Best Friend Award” this week after working for legislation to protect animals. – Constituents from Representative Bobby Kaufmann’s eastern Iowa district were

DES MOINES – The Iowa AFL-CIO today released the Working Family Values Report Card, which gives grades to the candidates for U.S. Senate on a handful of issues critical to Iowa’s working

DES MOINES – A liberal political group punished Joni Ernst for her inclusion in a sexual harassment lawsuit and says doubts are now raised about her leadership and priorities. A lawsuit filed Thursday by a former

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve King released today the following statement calling for the creation of a no-fly list from the region affected by Ebola, and calling for the resignation of the

CHARLES CITY – Radio stations 95-9 KCHA and Fabulous 1580 in Charles City will hold a forum on Thursday, October 30th, for the Floyd County Board of Supervisors candidates. The program on

WASHINGTON – Senator Chuck Grassley, Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, said Friday that President Barack Obama should consider the harmful effects on American workers before moving forward on executive action

by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley Underemployment is up. Wage growth is down. Job openings are up. Hiring is down. Student debt is up. Job optimism is down. Consumer debt is up. The

DES MOINES – The Iowa Republican party and its followers unleashed a venomous attack upon Congressman Bruce Braley after he welcomed First Lady Michelle Obama to Des Moines Friday to help his

DES MOINES – Iowa officials this week called on State Senator Joni Ernst to ‘end her silence on domestic violence’ in recognition of domestic violence awareness month. Earlier this year Ernst received

CORALVILLE, IA – An Iowa Senator says that because the state legislature has shown “fiscal responsibility”, more funds can be invested in education and other programs. “The thoughtful budget-making strategy adopted by

MASON CITY – Yesterday, Republican State Senate Candidate, Shawn Dietz of Hampton, enjoyed a plant tour and meeting with members of the management team at the Golden Grain Energy facility in Mason

DES MOINES – This week, Governor Branstad acknowledged that a very low percentage of Americans have trust in government to do the right thing, and he says if he is re-elected, he

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down a voter ID law in Wisconsin and a federal court struck down a voter ID law in Texas leading up to the November

DES MOINES – After appeals from 5 states which sought to ban same-sex marriages were rejected Monday, the Iowa GOP bashed the decision from the U.S. Supreme Court. “The grassroots Republicans who

DES MOINES – A state worker who was fired from his job at the Iowa Department of Transportation stands to be reimbursed by Iowa taxpayers for the nearly two years that passed

NIT – Steve King is reveling in the anger and vitriol some American citizens have for him. The button-pushing Republican Congressman sat down with his wife, Marilyn, two days ago and read

WASHINGTON – Attorney General Holder on Monday called cuts to early voting a ‘step backward’ as restrictions take effect in Ohio and elsewhere. On the heels of the Supreme Court’s decision late

HAMPTON – Candidate for Iowa Senate Shawn Dietz this weekend said that he believes human life begins at conception. The abortion issue has always been a hot-button topic, and can ignite strong

MASON CITY – An employee at Northside Liquor has been cited for selling alcohol to an underage customer. On October 1, 2014, police department employees observed an employee at Northside Liquor, located

DES MOINES – A new poll released Thursday shows a tighter race for Governor, and Democrat Jack Hatch feels like he has some wind in his sails. Current Iowa polling results released

WASHINGTON – The race for Congress between Steve King and Jim Mowrer is virtually deadlocked, a new poll shows. The poll, released this week by the SMART-TD’s Iowa Legislative board, asked potential

From Senator Amanda Ragan – Thousands of older Americans face abuse, neglect and exploitation every year. Some are particularly vulnerable because they depend on others to help them with the most basic

HAMPTON – The Shawn Dietz Campaign announced a significant endorsement Thursday morning. Former Arkansas Governor, 2008 Iowa Caucus winner, and Fox News television and syndicated radio host, Mike Huckabee has announced his

DES MOINES – The latest poll numbers released Tuesday by Public Policy Polling (PPP) shows a very tight race for U.S. Senate in Iowa between Democrat Bruce Braley and Republican Joni Ernst.

DES MOINES – ­­The Senate Oversight Committee met today in Des Moines and approved recommendations in response to a series of revelations that started when it was reveal that fired state employees were

DES MOINES – The race for Governor in Iowa has seemed like a foregone conclusion, with incumbent Terry Branstad comfortably ahead in polls, but Democratic challenger Jack Hatch says the race is

SHEFFIELD – Saturday evening, the Franklin County Republican Party along with 50 guests, recognized and honored retiring 3rd District Iowa Congressman Tom Latham for his 20 years of service to Iowans in