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Larry Nassar is among more than 20,000 people removed from Michigan’s sex offender registry following a state Supreme Court ruling. The decision does not change Nassar’s prison sentences, which will keep him behind bars for decades.
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About 2,000 Iowans are expected to lose Medicaid coverage under new eligibility rules taking effect Oct. 1
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This is Ahmed Osman. The 10-year-old died on a School of the Wild field trip to Lake MacBride. As his father reflects on the heartbreaking tragedy, he says teacher Hannah Jorgensen tried her best to save Ahmed. “She’s a hero, really she’s a hero." ->
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Is the largest steel plant in American history coming to Iowa? That was what President Trump announced. Here's how it may impact our state -> weareiowa.com/article/money/…
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Is the largest steel plant in American history coming to Iowa? That was what President Trump announced. Here's how it may impact our state -> weareiowa.com/article/money/…
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Is the largest steel plant in American history coming to Iowa? That was what President Trump announced. Here's how it may impact our state -> weareiowa.com/article/money/…
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A massive new steel plant is expected to bring about 1,750 permanent jobs to Lee County. An industry expert explains what made southeast Iowa an attractive location for the project.
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STREAMING LIVE | The largest steel plant in American history is coming to Iowa. President Trump is expected to announce the $15 billion project at 1 p.m.
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A $15 billion steel plant is planned for Iowa, expected to create at least 1,750 permanent jobs and thousands of construction jobs. Here's when production is set to begin:
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“Your kindness has brought us immeasurable comfort.” The family of Hawkeye Marching Band member Derek Phillips is thanking the community for its support following his death.
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Two Iowa Republican representatives voted with Democrats Tuesday to halt the Iran war.
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Local 5 has received three Regional Emmy® nominations for news, features and weather coverage over the past year. weareiowa.com/article/about-…
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NEW | The Trump administration is promising $500 rebate checks to roughly 1 million Affordable Care Act enrollees in 30 states, including Iowa. What to know: weareiowa.com/article/news/n…
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Texas deputy goes viral for his startled reaction when 'dead' deer gets up
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CLANCY CASE UPDATE: The judge in the Lindsay Clancy trial was moments away from declaring a mistrial Friday when Clancy's defense attorneys successfully argued that they should get a chance to file an emergency motion.
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Dolly Parton has died at 80.
The country music legend and philanthropist behind hits including “I Will Always Love You” died peacefully Tuesday in Nashville, according to her family and publicist.
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A crash near State Center is blocking westbound lanes on Highway 30. Get the latest updates: weareiowa.com/article/traffi…
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TOP PARTY SCHOOL | The University of Iowa just made the list for the top 25 party schools in the U.S. See the full list: weareiowa.com/article/news/n…
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“That's one way to light up a manhunt," the South Dakota Highway Patrol said about a lightning strike earlier this month near officers while they were looking for a suspect.
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Several roads are closed in Des Moines Thursday morning as police respond to reports of stranded drivers and minor crashes. Learn more: weareiowa.com/article/weathe…
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