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Gretchen Lembcke Pena

Gretchen Lembcke Peña is a multimedia bilingual journalist originally from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She holds a B.A in Multimedia Journalism from Lynn University and recently earned her M.A in Bilingual Journalism from the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY. Her reporting centers on community and cross-cultural storytelling with a focus on representation. Gretchen has long been passionate about writing surrounding social issues, arts, culture, and entertainment, which led her to pursue journalism. Outside the newsroom, she spends her time tackling her reading goal for the week.

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Actor and playwright Roger Guenveur Smith to visit Iowa City

You will have three chances to see popular actor and playwright Roger Guenveur Smith during his upcoming appearances in Iowa City.

DMACC exploring sale of Evelyn K. Davis Center to St. Vincent de Paul

Attend community meetings about the future of the Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families in Des Moines.

Black Radio Station sold in Des Moines 

American Family Radio purchased KJMC, the only radio station serving Des Moines’ Black community, according to a filing with the FCC.

Plan your trip to the Iowa State Fair with DART

The Iowa State Fair is just around the corner. Have you figured out how you're getting there yet?

What’s a Tariff? Why does Trump use it to threaten countries?

Here's an explainer on tariffs. Learn more about the tool the Trump administration uses to control other countries and companies.

State of Black America report details threats to voting, DEI

The National Urban League’s State of Black America report details rising concerns over censorship, attacks on DEI, and misinformation.

Gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand holds town hall meetings across Iowa

The Iowa Auditor of State is set to connect with locals in his five-month journey to promote his candidacy.

Drag ordinances under scrutiny, ACLU says drag not a synonym for ‘obscenity’

The ACLU sent letters to some Iowa cities this week about the language they use to describe drag.

Rep. Eddie Andrews
State Rep. Eddie Andrews to run for Iowa governor

State Rep. Eddie Andrews is announcing his run for Iowa governor. Gov. Kim Reynolds has previously announced she won't seek re-election.