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Iowa Senate GOP staffer claims she was fired for protesting sexual harassment; Dix aide issues strong denial

Sun, 19 May 2013 13:59:00 CDT

A former key staffer for the Iowa Senate Republican Caucus says she was fired on Friday, just hours after providing documentation of sexual harassment by male legislators and caucus staff members and asking for changes.

Is tea party set to boil over scandal?

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:50:00 CDT

Some conservatives in Iowa hope the IRS scandal will breathe new life into the tea party - but the anti-government movement hasn't shown many signs of life for a while now.

Clive looks to recoup costs for events

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:19:00 CDT

The Clive City Council plans to tighten up how city resources are used when groups want to hold charity runs and other events in the city.

West Des Moines mayor to seek another term

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:15:00 CDT

West Des Moines Mayor Steve Gaer announced he will run for re-election for a second full term as the city's mayor.

West Des Moines backs 2 business support groups

Sat, 18 May 2013 22:47:00 CDT

Two West Des Moines organizations that support business development are among the groups to receive city hotel-motel tax revenue in the coming fiscal year.

Key tasks left undone at Iowa Legislature

Sat, 18 May 2013 22:36:00 CDT

Just a handful of measures remain unresolved in the Iowa Legislature's 2013 session, but that doesn't necessarily mean the end is near.