Monday marks a historic milestone for the california state legislature, as the largest group of women legislators in the state’s history is sworn in. Women will make up 49% of its members. A record 59 women will serve in the upcoming session—double the number from just seven years ago, according to close the gap california, … Read more
Secretary of state brad raffensperger has long argued that the dominion voting system machines used in georgia are more accurate than paper ballots, and now he has proof. A unique ballot-image audit conducted across all 159 counties after the november 5 elections found discrepancies on only 87 out of nearly 5.3 million ballots cast. Remarkably, … Read more
In the 1980s, the popular song “Things can only get better” offered hope, but many restaurants in missouri are still struggling as inflation and the rising cost of goods continue to cause closures. The latest restaurant to shut down is los cabos mexican grill & cantina, located at 18201 bass pro drive in independence, missouri. … Read more
Lifetime and Hallmark, known for their iconic holiday romance films, are embracing the magic of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s highly publicized relationship as inspiration for two upcoming Christmas movies. The first film, Christmas in the Spotlight, incorporates aspects of the couple’s public connection into its storyline. Writer Tran Donohue openly admitted crafting the script … Read more
According to the National Retail Federation, 200.4 million consumers participated in Thanksgiving weekend sales in 2023. This five-day span includes one of the busiest shopping days in the country. But what’s the story behind Black Friday, and how has it evolved over time? The Infamous First Black Friday of 1869 The original “Black Friday” dates … Read more
Republican Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks has been reelected in Iowa’s 1st Congressional District. A recount confirmed her narrow win over Democrat Christina Bohannan, with Miller-Meeks leading by fewer than 1,000 votes—less than 1%. The recount was funded by the state because of the close results. This victory adds to Republican gains in the U.S. House and … Read more
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds is excited about President-elect Donald Trump’s choice of Brooke Rollins for U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. Reynolds described Rollins as a proactive and approachable leader with a strong connection to farming, thanks to her rural upbringing. She believes Rollins understands the global importance of agriculture and looks forward to working with her … Read more
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, he is tapping two of his wealthiest supporters, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, to lead efforts to reduce the federal budget. They will head the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), with Iowa Senator Joni Ernst leading the push on Capitol Hill. In a recent op-ed … Read more
Two Iowa towns have made a notable appearance in WalletHub’s 2024 ranking of the Best Small Cities in America, highlighting their appeal in terms of livability and affordability. This report, which evaluates over 1,300 cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000, considers various factors such as housing costs, economic health, education quality, and overall quality of … Read more