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U.S. House candidates debate the Iran war and rising gas prices

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Democrat Dave Dawson and Republican Chris McGowan, candidates for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District, discussed foreign policy, immigration and gas prices ahead of the November election Wednesday. Iran War The war in Iran has raised questions about many things for Americans, ranging from its constitutionality to gas prices of $4.20 per gallon in Iowa. Dawson

Lahn, Sand clash over taxes, budget in second debate

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SIOUX CITY — Iowa’s budget, tax breaks for data centers and the future of property taxes took center stage as Republican gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn and Democratic candidate Rob Sand faced off in their second debate Wednesday. The candidates offered different approaches to the state’s financial challenges, with Lahn emphasizing tax relief and governmen

The restoration of the George A. Jackson Black Cultural Center

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The George A. Jackson Black Cultural Center (BCC) has needed renovations for a long time and is currently temporarily closed due to structural issues affecting the safety of the building. The BCC, located at 517 Welch Ave, serves as a meeting place for Iowa State University student organizations, including the Black Student Alliance (BSA). The...

Pestka: The “skipping class” epidemic in 2026: who’s really at fault?

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Ever since the COVID pandemic flipped our world upside down, the schooling landscape has drastically changed its approach. Online classes have become a prominent option for class selection, professors have digitized nearly everything, and most importantly, skipping class has become more frequent and consistent among college students than ever before. The cas

Turek and Hinson debate healthcare, tariffs and diesel

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Josh Turek and Ashley Hinson, Iowa candidates for U.S. Senate, debated on healthcare, diesel prices, tariffs and Social Security Tuesday at 9 p.m. as the Nov. 3 general election approaches. Josh Turek, the Democratic nominee from Council Bluffs, Iowa, is serving in the Iowa House of Representatives for the 20th District and is a two-time...

PHOTOS: Iowa State welcomes local vendors at food festival

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Gallery | 10 Photos Paarth Keswani Students talk to the Carve a Cake booth at Iowa State Local Food Festival in Ames, Iowa, on Oct. 14, 2026.

Iowa State heads west in search of breaking five-game losing streak

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Iowa State’s Division I men’s hockey club will continue its road game streak with a trip to Fort Collins, Colorado this weekend. The Cyclones will take on the Colorado State Rams Friday and Saturday. Friday’s puck drop is set for 6:30 p.m. CT, while Saturday’s is set for 3:15 p.m. CT, both at the EPIC...

Fate takes three laps around Lake LaVerne

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At Iowa State University, Lake LaVerne is more than a campus landmark. Many believe that if someone walks around the lake three times with their sweetheart, they’re destined for marriage. Whether students take the superstition to heart or simply see it as an excuse for a romantic walk, the tradition raises the question of whether...

“Lanterns” is afraid to be green

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Spoiler Warning* “Lanterns” is the type of bad show that butchers an iconic character. Similar to “Watchmen,” “Lanterns” treats its source material as something to correct rather than adapt. The creative team tears down John Stewart and Hal Jordan in a self-important anger and fills in the gaps with their political viewpoints. The titular Lanterns...

StuGov discusses required six-credit civics course

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StuGov discussed a new requirement for all Iowa Board of Regents University students to complete six credits in American history and American government beginning in 2028 during their Wednesday meeting. In an unofficial capacity, StuGov Supreme Court Associate Justice Michael Briesemester addressed senators and discussed HF2800, a law that requires all stude

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