Ag Groups Urge Quick Approval of Trans Pacific Partnership

A coalition of U.S. agricultural groups, including the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, is urging Congress to move quickly to approve…

Lawsuit to Stop Dakota Access Pipeline Proceeds

A Des Moines law firm has filed a lawsuit against the Iowa Utilities Board for their approval of a permit…

U.S. Trade Representative Renews Push for TPP

U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman is renewing the Obama administration’s push for congressional action on the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal…

Nebraska Lawmakers Pass Redistricting Plan

Opponents say it’s not needed, but state legislators approve creation of a special citizen’s commission to re-draw political boundaries after the Census.

SD Health Department Preparing for Mosquito Virus Time

With the latest warnings from the Centers for Disease Control about the dangers of the Zika virus, public health departments are stepping up surveillance for the disease.

Twins Still Winless

Carlos Rodon commpleted six scoreless innings, Jerry Sands hit a two-run home run and the Chicago White Sox kept the Minnesota Twins winless with a 3-0 victory on Wednesday night.

SDSU To Name Coach

South Dakota State University has found its new men’s basketball coach and will introduce him Thursday afternoon at Frost Arena.

Nebraska Lawmakers Complete Property Tax Relief Package

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts got his property tax relief package as lawmakers completed their work on it, passing the second half of the package.

Perkins Goes On DL

The Minnesota Twins have placed closer Glen Perkins on the 15-day disabled list with a shoulder injury.

Iowa Senate May Attempt to Raise State Sales Tax for Water Quality Initiatives

It appears there may be an attempt in the Iowa Senate to try to raise the state sales tax by a fraction, to provide a “steady stream” of money for water quality initiatives.