Bills In Iowa Senate to Combat Eminent Domain

Iowa State legislative subcommittees have approved measures to limit eminent domain in the Hawkeye State.

Business Index Rises

The Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index for April, climbed from March’s reading. Indices over the past several months are…

Problem With VA Billing

Changes in billing practices by the Veterans Administration are causing problems, and need to be fixed.

Drought Area Spreading

The new drought monitor this week expands and deepens dry areas across much of South Dakota. State Climatologist Dennis Todey…

Iowa Teens Choose E-Cigs

For the first time, state health officials in Iowa say electronic cigarettes have overtaken traditional tobacco cigarettes as the preference of Iowa teens.

Increased University Funding Passed By Iowa Senate

Democrats in the Iowa Senate have voted to extend more money to the state’s three public universities than House Republicans propose.

Tax Break Considered For Insurance Company

A state lawmaker claims the plight of Woodmen of the World underscores the need for property tax relief in Nebraska.

Vikings Grab Defensive Back

The Minnesota Vikings have selected Michigan State cornerback Trae Waynes with the 11th overall pick in the NFL draft.

Hawkeye Lineman Picked Early

The Washington Redskins have taken Iowa offensive lineman Brandon Scherff with the Number 5 pick in the first round of the NFL draft.

Dozier, Twins Rock Sox

Brian Dozier had a homer and four RBIs and the Minnesota Twins roughed up Chicago ace Chris Sale in a 12-2 victory over the White Sox on Thursday night.