Des Moines police justified in 2022 killing of armed teen, judge findsPolice shot and killed Trevontay 'T.J.' Jenkins, 16, during an armed standoff in 2022. A federal judge found the officers did not violate his rights.Des Moines Register4d agoWhole story →JusticeSecuritypolice shooting ruling
Delaware men sentenced for fraud scheme that included Iowa victimsTwo Delaware men received federal prison sentences for a wire fraud scheme that included Iowa victims.Des Moines Register6d agoWhole story →TechnologyJusticecyber fraud sentencing
14 Iowans charged in central Iowa meth trafficking operationA joint state and federal investigation led to charges against 14 Iowans in a central Iowa meth distribution operation, officials announced Wednesday.Des Moines Register12d agoWhole story →Justice
Ames man sentenced 27 years for sexual exploitation of a childLuke Crouse of Ames, a former middle school teacher, was sentenced to 27 years in federal prison for the sexual exploitation of a child online.Des Moines Register20d agoWhole story →TechnologyJusticechild exploitation sentencing
As Cy-Hawk rivalry continues, Miller-Meeks allies target DemocratsAs Cy-Hawk fans filled Iowa City, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks supporters gathered nearby to rally Republicans and sharpen attacks on Democrats.Des Moines Register23d agoWhole story →JusticeGovernmentMariannette Miller-Meeksiowa congressional election rally
Reynolds warns Iowa retailers some kratom products are now illegalGov. Kim Reynolds says Iowa should ban kratom as federal regulators reclassify some synthetic versions of the drug.Des Moines Register1mo agoWhole story →HealthJusticeKim Reynoldskratom regulation update
Chuck Grassley should retire, let Kim Reynolds name successorIowa Democrats should obey the law and share their platform and Chuck Grassley should retire now, according to letters published Aug. 3-9, 2026.Des Moines Register2mo agoWhole story →JusticeGovernmentChuck GrassleyKim Reynoldsiowa senate election
Reynolds announces Iowa to change survivor benefits for foster youthGov. Kim Reynolds announced Iowa will set aside survivor benefits of foster youth into savings accounts instead of using them to pay for their care.Des Moines Register3mo agoWhole story →HealthJusticeKim Reynoldsiowa foster care policy change
'We need help': Des Moines mayor asks state, hospitals for paymentPayment in lieu of taxes could mean not cutting as many essential services and amenities that Des Moines residents want, Mayor Connie Boesen said.Des Moines Register3mo agoWhole story →JusticeEconomyConnie Boesendes moines budget crisis
