Iowa National Guard Troops Return From Historic Deployment in the Middle East
Hundreds of Iowa National Guard soldiers returned from the Middle East last week to welcome-home ceremonies across the state, reuniting with their families after nearly a year overseas. About 575 members of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division landed March 12 at welcome-home ceremonies in Sioux City, Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, according […]
US Army Names 2 Iowa Guard Members Killed in Attack in Syria
WASHINGTON (AP) — The two Iowa National Guard members killed in a weekend attack that the U.S. military blamed on the Islamic State group in Syria were identified Monday. The U.S. Army named them as Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar, 25, of Des Moines, and Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard, 29, of Marshalltown. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds […]
GOP Congresswoman Joins 2026 Iowa Senate Race After Sen. Joni Ernst Confirms She Won't Run
DES MOINES, Iowa — U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst said Tuesday that she will not seek reelection next year, confirming in a video post on social media that she will retire after months of speculation about her plans. The Republican senator’s announcement opens up a Senate seat in the state known for its long-serving incumbents. Rep. […]