Bill That Requires State Review of Private Boarding Schools Passes in Iowa House

The Iowa House has passed a bill that would have state officials routinely review the operations of private boarding schools

Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule Expires Friday

Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule expires tomorrow.(fri) Patrick Boland is with Xcel Energy

Nebraska Lawmakers Approve Bill to Clarify Ag Equipment Weight Limits

Nebraska lawmakers have unanimously approved LB 977 which defines and clarifies weight and load limitations for agricultural equipment on state…

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.