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Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Bloomfield
Iowa State Patrol ramps up I-80 enforcement after deadly crash surge
Iowa State Patrol and the DOT are increasing enforcement on I-80 after a series of deadly crashes. Troopers will target speeding, following too closely and violations of the Move Over law.
Iowa Supreme Court upholds six-week abortion ban
Iowa's Supreme Court upheld the state's six-week abortion ban Friday, allowing the law to remain in force while directing lower courts to clarify how it applies in medical emergencies and other specific situations.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Putin to Address Economic Forum as Ukraine Strikes Continue
Vladimir Putin plans to deliver a keynote speech Friday at Russia's premier economic forum in St. Petersburg, days after Ukrainian drone strikes targeted the host city. The address comes as Russia faces mounting economic pressures and military challenges.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Senate Republicans advance immigration enforcement funding bill
Senate Republicans are moving forward with legislation to fund immigration enforcement operations through the remainder of President Trump's term. Meanwhile, Israel and Lebanon have reached a ceasefire agreement that officials say could help end regional conflict.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Senate rejects Republican election bill backed by Trump
The Senate did not pass the SAVE America Act, a sweeping Republican election measure that President Trump identified as a key priority for his allies in Congress. The bill's failure marks a significant defeat for Republican efforts to reshape election law.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map lower courts rejected as discriminatory
The Supreme Court cleared Alabama to use a congressional map in 2026 that lower courts found violated the Voting Rights Act by diluting Black voters' power. The decision followed the court's April ruling in Louisiana v. Callais, which made it harder to prove voting discrimination claims.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Supreme Court's Conservative Majority Fractures on Technical Cases
The Supreme Court's six-justice conservative majority presents two distinct versions of itself. In cases involving abortion, guns, and race, the conservatives unite against the three liberal justices. In technical disputes over statutes and procedure, the coalition shatters.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Supreme Court's Conservative Majority Fractures on Technical Cases
The Supreme Court's six-justice conservative majority presents two distinct versions of itself. In cases involving abortion, guns, and race, the conservatives unite against the three liberal justices. In technical disputes over statutes and procedure, the coalition shatters.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Supreme Court's Conservative Majority Fractures on Technical Cases
The Supreme Court's six-justice conservative majority presents two distinct versions of itself. In cases involving abortion, guns, and race, the conservatives unite against the three liberal justices. In technical disputes over statutes and procedure, the coalition shatters.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Trump Administration Targets Tariffs on 60 Trading Partners Over Forced Labor Concerns
The Trump administration is proposing tariffs against approximately 60 trading partners, including major economies like China, the United Kingdom, and the European Union, based on investigations into forced labor practices.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Israeli airstrikes kill nine in Lebanon amid rocket fire from Hezbollah
Israeli military strikes killed nine people in Lebanon on Tuesday, prompting Hezbollah to fire rockets across the border. The clashes threaten a ceasefire both sides agreed to just one day earlier.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Iranian Attack on Kuwait Airport Kills One, Wounds Dozens
Kuwait reported that Iranian drones struck its airport Wednesday, killing one person and injuring 63 others. The attack marks another test of a recently established ceasefire between Iran and the U.S.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Primary Elections Conclude in Six States; DOJ Cancels Trump Fund
Voters in six states completed primary elections, producing results that shaped delegate counts and candidate trajectories. The Justice Department announced it would cancel a proposed fund tied to former President Donald Trump's anti-weaponization initiative.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Rubio faces Capitol Hill questions on Iran conflict and fuel prices
Secretary of State Marco Rubio appeared before Congress for budget hearings Tuesday, where lawmakers pressed him on the status of the conflict in Iran and its effect on American gas prices.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Trump Executive Order Changes Job Classification for 8,000 Federal Workers
President Trump signed an executive order reclassifying approximately 8,000 senior federal employees, allowing them to be dismissed at will rather than through existing removal procedures. The change affects high-ranking civil servants across government agencies.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
House passes war powers resolution directing Trump to cease Iran hostilities
The House voted to approve a war powers resolution requiring the president to end military operations against Iran. The measure received backing from both parties but faces an uncertain path forward in the Senate.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
House passes war powers resolution directing Trump to cease Iran hostilities
The House voted to approve a war powers resolution requiring the president to end military operations against Iran. The measure received backing from both parties but faces an uncertain path forward in the Senate.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Becerra, Hilton Lead California Governor's Race in 2026 Election
Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton held leads in California's 2026 gubernatorial race as the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder counted votes.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Supreme Court Enters Final Month With Major Trump Cases Pending
The Supreme Court will issue its final 26 opinions of the 2025-26 term by early July, including major cases on immigration, elections, and presidential power. The Trump administration has won some battles before the court but faces losses on tariffs and citizenship policy.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Challengers urge Supreme Court to uphold Alabama map ruling
Plaintiffs challenging Alabama's congressional map told the Supreme Court on Monday that a federal court's May 26 ruling striking down the districts as racially discriminatory should stand. The case hinges on whether a recent Supreme Court decision on Louisiana's map changes the legal analysis.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Russia Launches Major Attack on Kyiv, Killing at Least 13
Russia conducted a significant missile and drone strike on Kyiv, killing at least 13 people and toppling an apartment building. The attack followed days of heightened threats against the Ukrainian capital.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Trump says Pulte choice for intelligence chief is not permanent
President Trump said his selection of Pulte to lead the intelligence community is temporary, stepping back from the appointment after Republican and Democratic senators voiced opposition.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Trump says Pulte choice for intelligence chief is not permanent
President Trump said his selection of Pulte to lead the intelligence community is temporary, stepping back from the appointment after Republican and Democratic senators voiced opposition.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
North Korea Discloses New Nuclear Fuel Production Facility
North Korea has unveiled a new facility designed to produce fuel for nuclear weapons, according to recent disclosures. The facility's emergence reflects leader Kim Jong Un's strategy to strengthen his country's nuclear arsenal.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
North Korea Opens New Facility for Nuclear Fuel Production
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited a newly constructed facility described by state media as a plant to produce nuclear bomb fuel. Analysts examining photographs assessed the site likely produces weapons-grade uranium.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Senate Republicans advance ICE funding; Bolton pleads guilty to classified records charge
Senate Republicans worked to advance funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement while former Trump administration official John Bolton pleaded guilty to mishandling classified information.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
House Passes War Powers Resolution to End Military Operations Against Iran
The House voted Wednesday to approve a war powers resolution that would stop U.S. military action against Iran. The measure passed with support from both Democrats and a handful of Republicans, marking a challenge to President Donald Trump's authority over the ongoing military campaign.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Postal Service proposes new voter data rules as security focus shifts
The U.S. Postal Service has proposed requiring states to provide data on voters receiving mail-in ballots for federal elections. A new report from security researchers identifies misinformation as a separate election security concern.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Law enforcement grapples with rapid spread of non-consensual deepfake nude generators
Artificial intelligence programs that generate fake nude images of people without their consent have surged in recent years, outpacing efforts by authorities to restrict their use or distribution.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
U.S. and Iran offer conflicting accounts as Israel deepens Lebanon operations
The U.S. and Iran sent contradictory messages Monday about the status of ceasefire negotiations and potential talks to end the war. Meanwhile, Israel pressed military operations deeper into Lebanese territory, straining a ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah.
Thursday, May 21, 2026