05/12/2026

Reynolds Signs $50M Flood Mitigation Bill for Iowa River Valley

Gov. Kim Reynolds has signed legislation injecting $50 million into levee reinforcements and wetland restoration in Iowa River Valley communities battered by recurring floods. The move targets rising risks from changing climate patterns in cities like Mason City and Cedar Rapids. It's a proactive step amid a history of devastating deluges costing billions.

May 12

Iowa DNR Issues Algal Bloom Warnings at Clear Lake, West Okoboji

May 12

Iowa Lawmakers Advance Bill Blocking Foreign Land Buys Near Bases

May 12

Des Moines Police Nab Suspect in East Side Burglary Spree

Des Moines authorities have arrested a 28-year-old man tied to more than a dozen break-ins plaguing east side neighborhoods, seizing stolen electronics and jewelry in the process. The string of residential invasions heightened fears among residents in areas like Oak Park. Police say the takedown marks a turning point for community safety.

May 12

Eastern Iowa bank robbery suspect arrested after month-long spree

May 12

The Algorithmic Tightrope: Personalization vs. Conformity

Are algorithms curating our experiences to enrich our lives, or are they trapping us in echo chambers that stifle growth and divide us further? Let's explore the fine line between personalized convenience and homogenized thought.

May 12

The Contentious Case of Counterpoint: Is Structured Disagreement Really Divisive?

May 12

Is the Era of Nuance Over? Point, Counterpoint, and the Missing Middle Ground

May 12

Numbers All Around: Unlocking the Fibonacci Fun in Everyday Life

May 12

Sync or Sink: Streamlining Your Brand Across Social Platforms

May 12

The Curious Case of Competing Truths: Can We All Be Right At Once?

In an age defined by opposing viewpoints, Splurge Sullivan dives into the possibility that multiple “truths” can coexist, and the potential value of embracing this complexity.

May 12