Larson Reviews Session

The Nebraska Unicameral wrapped up the 2015 session last week by passing a budget, then overriding the Governor’s veto of the death penalty repeal.

Feds End EB5 Investigation

The FBI and the US Attorney’s office in South Dakota have decided not to further pursue any investigation of the EB-5 visa program in the state.

Thune Introduces Pollution Bill

South Dakota Senator John Thune introduced the Clean Air, Strong Economies (CASE) Act, at a hearing before the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW).

University Funding Debated

Iowa legislators began to take votes on key pieces of their state budget plan this week, with the House approving…

Chemicals In Minnesota Waters

Minnesota’s lakes and rivers contain pharmaceutical drugs and chemicals, according to a new follow-up study by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.

Watch Out For Deer

Motorists in Iowa might not think of June as being a high-risk time for running into deer.

School Aid Bill Clears House

Republicans in the Iowa House have approved bills that would provide a two percent increase in state “per pupil” spending for Iowa’s public schools for the 2016/2017 school year.

Referendum Would Reinstate Nebraska Death Penalty

A referendum effort is underway that would allow Nebraskans to vote on whether or not the state should reinstate the death penalty.

Twins Split Twinbill

Trevor May allowed two hits over seven innings to lift the Minnesota Twins to a 2-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday and a split of their day-night doubleheader.

Royals Regain Lead Share

Jason Vargas tossed six sharp innings, the Kansas City offense finally woke up against AL Cy Young winner Corey Kluber and the Royals beat the Cleveland Indians 4-2 on Wednesday night.