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Capitol Notebook: House Democrats pitch legislative aid to Iowa farmers
Capitol Notebook: House Democrats pitch legislative aid to Iowa farmers
Democrats say the goal of the legislation is to make agricultural policies and markets more fair and competitive.
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February 10, 2026 at 1:18 AM
Capitol Notebook: House Democrats pitch legislative aid to Iowa farmers
UI student accused of ‘trying to assault’ lawmaker as she was escorted out of DEI hearing
UI student accused of 'trying to assault' lawmaker while being escorted out of DEI hearing
A University of Iowa doctoral candidate was escorted out of a higher education subcommittee Monday following a contentious back-and-forth over a DEI-related bill, compelling the woman to take a swipe at Rep. Steve Holt, R-Denison, as she left.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:18 AM
UI student accused of ‘trying to assault’ lawmaker as she was escorted out of DEI hearing
Iowa City property taxes set to decrease, while water, sewer rates rise under proposed budget
Iowa City property taxes would decrease while water, sewer rates rise under proposed budget
The City of Iowa City is proposing a $75 million general fund budget, up from $73.5 million in the current fiscal year, with a $1.5 million deficit that will be covered using reserves.
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February 9, 2026 at 11:18 PM
Iowa City property taxes set to decrease, while water, sewer rates rise under proposed budget
Iowa State’s Milan Momcilovic is nation’s top 3-point shooter faces TCU
Iowa State's Milan Momcilovic is nation's top 3-point shooter faces TCU
Momcilovic is on pace to break ISU's single-season record for made 3-pointers (102, set by the late Dedric Willoughby in 1997), and 3-point shooting percentage (47.2 percent, set by Jake Sullivan in 2002).
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February 9, 2026 at 10:18 PM
Iowa State’s Milan Momcilovic is nation’s top 3-point shooter faces TCU
Photo Gallery: Photos of the month for the second half of January 2026
Photo Gallery: Photos of the month for the second half of January 2026
The Gazette photo staff's top photos for the second half of January 2026
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February 9, 2026 at 9:18 PM
Photo Gallery: Photos of the month for the second half of January 2026
Coralville woman charged with stealing $12,000 from dependent adult
Coralville woman charged with stealing $12K from dependent adult
A Coralville woman has been charged with dependent adult abuse and first-degree theft after police say she stole more than $12,000 from a man she worked with when she worked for an in-home dependent adult service provider.
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February 9, 2026 at 8:18 PM
Coralville woman charged with stealing $12,000 from dependent adult
Government Notes: Linn County sets new dates for data center discussions
Government Notes: Linn County sets new dates for data center discussions
The board approved the ordinance's first reading last week after a lengthy public hearing and was originally set to next discuss the matter today. The matter was pushed back, however, to allow county staff time to do additional research requested by supervisors.
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February 9, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Government Notes: Linn County sets new dates for data center discussions
Iowa school districts are cutting staff, programs and closing buildings amid yearslong declining enrollment and consequent funding losses. https://www.thegazette.com/k/iowa-public-schools-cut-staff-programs-as-enrollment-falls-and-state-funding-fails-to-keep-up-with/
February 9, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Iowa school districts are cutting staff, programs and closing buildings amid yearslong declining enrollment and consequent funding losses. https://www.thegazette.com/k/iowa-public-schools-cut-staff-programs-as-enrollment-falls-and-state-funding-fails-to-keep-up-with/
Trees Forever awarded federal grant to expand agroforestry in Iowa
Trees Forever awarded federal grant to expand agroforestry in Iowa
Trees Forever will host workshops and field days to show how agroforestry can protect soil and water through mid-2028.
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February 9, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Trees Forever awarded federal grant to expand agroforestry in Iowa
Cornell College president to leave; successor search begins
Cornell College president to leave; successor search begins
After 16 years leading Cornell College and its innovative one-course-at-a-time model, President Jonathan Brand on Monday morning announced he'll be leaving after his contract ends in June 2027.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Cornell College president to leave; successor search begins
Curious Iowa: Why doesn’t Iowa authorize transfer on death deeds for real property?
Curious Iowa: Why doesn't Iowa authorize transfer on death deeds for real property?
Iowans wonder if there is a better way to transfer property that avoids the probate process. We spoke with lawyers familiar with probate in Iowa and groups who are advocating for and against changing the Iowa Code to allow transfer on death deeds.
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February 9, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Curious Iowa: Why doesn’t Iowa authorize transfer on death deeds for real property?
What does a small Iowa town do when the water Is undrinkable?
What does a small Iowa town do when the water Is undrinkable?
Nitrate pollution is straining some water facilities in small Iowa towns, even when they have advanced filtration systems.
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February 9, 2026 at 2:31 PM
What does a small Iowa town do when the water Is undrinkable?
Iowa Poison Control Center reports an increase in carbon monoxide calls
Iowa Poison Control Center reports an increase in carbon monoxide calls
The Iowa Poison Control Center has seen a 60 percent increase in calls about carbon monoxide poisoning over the last three months compared to the previous three.
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February 9, 2026 at 1:31 PM
Iowa Poison Control Center reports an increase in carbon monoxide calls
Pet of the Week: Meet Sasha
Pet of the Week: Meet Sasha
Available for adoption at the Cedar Valley Humane Society
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February 9, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Pet of the Week: Meet Sasha
Comedian Dane Cook brings stand-up to Riverside Casino & Golf Resort
Comedian Dane Cook brings stand-up to Riverside Casino & Golf Resort
Cook will perform at the casino in Riverside on Friday, Feb. 13.
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February 9, 2026 at 2:46 AM
Comedian Dane Cook brings stand-up to Riverside Casino & Golf Resort
Statehouse assault on public schools continues in Iowa
Opinion: Statehouse assault on public schools continues in Iowa
Iowa Lawmakers applaud during Gov. Kim Reynolds' Condition of the State address on Jan. 13, 2026, at the Iowa State …
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February 9, 2026 at 2:01 AM
Statehouse assault on public schools continues in Iowa
Chasing a moving target
Opinion: Chasing a moving target
We need to teach new generations that appearance isn't health
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February 9, 2026 at 1:16 AM
Chasing a moving target
Another career-high scoring output from Bennett Stirtz as Iowa brushes past Northwestern
Bennett Stirtz goes off for career-high 36 points as Iowa men's basketball brushes past Northwestern
Bennett Stirtz had 32 points last Sunday in a win at Oregon to establish a new career high for points. That career high lasted exactly a week, as the star Iowa Hawkeyes guard had 36 points Sunday in his team's win over Northwestern.
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February 9, 2026 at 12:31 AM
Another career-high scoring output from Bennett Stirtz as Iowa brushes past Northwestern
Iowa men’s wrestling dominates Michigan State, 40-6
Iowa stockpiles bonus points in lopsided win over Michigan State
Eighth-ranked Iowa won nine matches with six technical falls and a major decision in a 40-6 rout over Michigan State on Friday at East Lansing, Mich.
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February 8, 2026 at 11:46 PM
Iowa men’s wrestling dominates Michigan State, 40-6
Ella Schmit shines in Iowa women’s wrestling For Her Duals title
Ella Schmit bumps to 160-pounds to help secure inaugural For Her Duals title
The Iowa-native wrestled in her typical weight class in the Grand Valley Open Saturday, before choosing to move up and fill in at 160 in Iowa women's wrestling's first For Her Duals title.
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February 8, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Ella Schmit shines in Iowa women’s wrestling For Her Duals title
ICE protesters tread a fine moral line
Opinion: ICE protesters tread a fine moral line
Cedar Rapids Washington High School students gather to protest against ICE at the corner of Forest Dr. SE and Cottage …
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February 8, 2026 at 10:16 PM
ICE protesters tread a fine moral line
Iowa State cancels remainder of gymnastics season
Iowa State cancels remainder of gymnastics season
The Iowa State University Athletics Department has canceled the remainder of the gymnastics season, school officials announced today.
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February 8, 2026 at 9:31 PM
Iowa State cancels remainder of gymnastics season
Novice farmers face big challenges making it in agriculture
Novice farmers face big challenges making it in agriculture
Finding land is harder than ever. Costs keep rising. Weather is less predictable. For young Iowans trying to start farming, the barriers are mounting — and many are being shut out entirely.
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February 8, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Novice farmers face big challenges making it in agriculture
This Marion small business employee has been making chocolate for 20 years
This Marion small business employee has been making chocolate for 20 years
Meet Kathie Schlotterback, one of the people behind The Marion Chocolate Shop's beloved treats.
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February 8, 2026 at 8:01 PM
This Marion small business employee has been making chocolate for 20 years
Gazette-area individuals and relays ranked for state swimming
Gazette-area individuals and relays ranked for state swimming
Boys state swimming will take place Friday and Saturday (Feb. 13-14) at the University of Iowa's Campus Recreation & Wellness Center
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February 8, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Gazette-area individuals and relays ranked for state swimming