June 27, 2025

Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley sent a letter this week to the incoming postmaster general to voice concerns about how the U.S. Postal Service is failing in its mission. In his letter, Grassley said: “Delivering to every corner of the United States is no small feat, and I applaud the dedicated postal workers that serve their […] View Full Story

Cedar Rapids leaders are raising concerns tens of millions of dollars in federal funds for a key new bridge over the Cedar River may be in jeopardy due to the name of the bridge. Originally dubbed the Arc of Justice Bridge, it’s now just being called the Eighth Avenue Bridge. KCRG-TV reports that some believe […] View Full Story

Former Iowa men’s forward Payton Sandfort has agreed to a deal with NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder. The Waukee, Iowa, native averaged 16.7 points and six rebounds enroute to being named an honorable mention All-Big Ten selection as a senior. He scored in double figures in 27 games, which included a team-high 14 20-point contests. […] View Full Story

Many space scientists in Iowa are thrilled after seeing the first high-resolution images being released this week from the mountaintop Rubin Observatory in Chile, taken by the largest digital camera ever built. University of Iowa astronomy professor David Nataf says the large, detailed photos may deepen our understanding of the cosmos, helping us to comprehend […] View Full Story

Starting Tuesday, July 1, it will be illegal for Iowa motorists to hold a cell phone, scroll through it or watch videos on it while driving. “This new ‘hands free’ law says exactly that. Get that phone out of that hand. Find another place for it,” says Sergeant Alex Dinkla, the Iowa State Patrol’s spokesman. […] View Full Story