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Farmers are hoping for relief as President Donald Trump visits Asia to resolve a trade war over tariffs and what's at stake for next week's local elections.

IPR's James Kelley shares his investigation into Flock surveillance cameras. Then, legal scholar Megan Graham on the legal limits of surveillance.

An Iowa federal judge reckons with the murders that rocked his hometown and changed the course of his life.

State Climatologist Justin Glisan shares how he and other state climatologists are helping cover National Weather Service functions amid the government shutdown. Also, a report released from Iowa's DOGE Task Force that may reshape the government.

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Bret Stephens is known for his willingness to challenge both the left and the right.

Analysts discuss the top political stories of the week, including Gov. Reynolds' DOGE task force report, the Gaza ceasefire and more.

The 2025 World Food Prize Laureate Mariangela Hungria talks about how soil science is shaping a more sustainable future.

A rundown of important news from this week, including an audit of DMPS, the latest on the carbon pipeline saga and what you should know about voting early in local elections.

As the federal government shutdown has entered its third week, we look at impacts on cybersecurity, research and nutrition programs.

Political analysts discuss the fragile ceasefire in the Middle East, the government shutdown and other major political stories impacting Iowans.

State and federal leaders want to grow nuclear energy. Supporters are excited about the job opportunities this could bring, while others are concerned about potential health and environmental effects.

Iowa has some of the nation's highest radon levels. We look at why many schools still haven't been tested for the radioactive gas — and what's at stake.

Two weeks after the arrest of former Des Moines Public Schools superintendent Ian Roberts, the district is finding its footing again.

Water: who controls it, who protects it and who decides its fate?

Political turmoil and trade disputes are putting new pressure on U.S. farmers. Today, political analysis of the latest news.

Vinh Nguyen has lived in Iowa for decades, but he grew up in Vietnam during the war, which ended April 30, 1975.

Political and environmental factors are challenging Iowa's farmers as harvest season starts.

Health insurance expert Pete Damiano shares what is at stake for healthcare as it is wrapped up in a Congressional impasse. Also, IPR's Isabella Luu gives the latest on the Ian Roberts case.

Over a century ago, lawyer Clarence Darrow fought battles that sound remarkably similar to present day struggles.

Analysis from political experts Rachel Caufield of Drake University and Dave Peterson from Iowa State University on the latest news.

Alzheimer experts give an inside look at the first Iowa Heartland Cognitive Care Collective Summit.

Des Moines schools face uncertainty after Superintendent Ian Roberts' arrest. Then, expert guidance on COVID-19 and flu vaccines this fall.

Hundreds of Midwest law enforcement agencies are now working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, which is raising big questions about civil rights and community trust.

Iowa and other states have recently passed laws that aim to help small, local pharmacies stay open. Also, a University of Iowa professor has launched an app to help first responders communicate with patients who are nonverbal or don't speak English.

Analysts discuss the top political stories of the week, including the looming government shutdown.

Experts talk about changes for old and new student loan borrowers. Then, an interview with the new director of the Harkin Institute for Public Policy & Citizen Engagement.

83 million Americans live in areas without adequate access to primary care physicians, according to the American Medical Association. Iowa ranks 44th in physicians per capita.

Covenants in Iowa and across the country restricted Black Iowans from purchasing homes in response to the Great Migration. Iowa researchers are mapping where these covenants were put in place.

Photojournalist Mariam Abu Dagga hoped to change hearts and minds through her coverage of the war in Gaza. In August, she was among five journalists killed in an Israeli strike.

Charlie Kirk's assassination sparks new debates over free speech in Iowa and across the country.

A conversation with NPR's Mary Louise Kelly and a tour of Sandy Boyd's legendary collection of historical artifacts

The service and sacrifice of Black Americans in defense of the United States is believed to be a driving force in the progress of civil rights over generations.

A resident of the University of Iowa International Writer's Program speakers with Ben Kieffer, plus we unpack the latest headlines with Iowa reporters.

Scott Detrow, host of All Things Considered on NPR, discusses the effects of federal funding cuts to public media. Then, we revisit a conversation with Green Beret John Paluska.

Trump endorses Rep. Ashley Hinson for Senate, Reynolds' trade mission to India and more analysis of U.S. politics.

Running a farm is no easy task. This hour, how that becomes even more challenging when dementia enters the picture.

Former U.S. Senator and Ambassador Jeff Flake on party politics and restoring balance in Washington — plus how nature is shaping the future of vehicle safety.

The City of Ankeny is researching the use of drones as first responders, potentially dispatching them to emergencies ahead of police officers.

We hear from those working to address homelessness and affordable housing needs in Iowa — from a tiny home village for the homeless to youth advisory boards led by those impacted by housing insecurity.

Political scientists discuss recent headlines, including U.S. Rep. Hinson's run for Senate, another potential government shutdown and more.

Hundreds of people came to the Cedar Rapids Immigrations and Customs Enforcement office Tuesday morning as non-U.S. citizens had their immigration check-in appointments.

Important headlines from around the state, including expansion of a drug donation program, UI Health Care budget cuts and more.