Iowa Legislative Leader Opposes Legalizing Medical Marijuana

The top Republican in the Iowa legislature is making it clear she will oppose any attempt to legalize medical marijuana in Iowa this year.

Carbon Monoxide Detectors Mandated Under Proposed Iowa Law

Carbon monoxide alarms would be mandated in some Iowa dwellings under legislation that cleared a legislative panel this week.

Iowa House Republicans Introduce $7.3 Billion Dollar Budget

Iowa House Republicans are proposing a state budget that will spend just over seven-point-three BILLION dollars next year.

Iowa Universities Request $20 Million Dollars More

The presidents of Iowa’s three public universities were at the statehouse, asking legislators to boost state funding for the schools by more than 20 million dollars.

Opposition Grows to Expanded Gambling in Nebraska

Gambling With the Good Life has come out against three initiative petitions to expand gambling in Nebraska.

SD Governor Dennis Daugaard Still Expects Deal on Medicaid

South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard says the dialogue with federal officials over Medicaid expansion is continuing.

Nebraska Groundwater Levels on the Rise

A new report shows groundwater levels are up in Nebraska, on average, six inches.

SD Senator Mike Rounds Questions Fed Fiscal Policy

South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds was among a group of Senators that met with Federal Reserve Board Chair Janet Yellen this week. She oversees the board that sets fiscal policy for the country.

SD Senator John Thune; Messages in Presidential Races

Even though he has not officially endorsed a Presidential candidate, South Dakota Senator John Thune is paying close attention to both races.

Yankton County Commission Dealing with Unexpected Costs

More unexpected repair costs have popped up for the Yankton County Commission.