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Welcome to Black Iowa News on Bulletin

By Dana James

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August 19, 2021

Black Iowa News has a new home.

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Why I decided to bring a COVID-19 vaccination clinic to my neighborhood

By Dana James

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August 18, 2021

Black Iowa's COVID-19 vaccination rates remain woefully low, with just about 24% of the population vaccinated with one dose.

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Sounds of West 7th festival returns to celebrates Sioux City’s cultural history

August 19, 2026

After a year-long hiatus, the festival returns with performances from local artists, food trucks and a commemoration of Sioux City's jazz scene.

DART prepares transportation service for annual Iowa State Fair

August 11, 2026

The Iowa State Fair begins this week. DART's Park & Ride will help you get there.

‘Three Strikes’: New Iowa law enforced beginning on July 1

July 4, 2026

A new '3 Strikes' law in Iowa will result in the disproportionate incarceration of Black Iowans and lead to new prison construction, officials have projected.

Why ‘Party Like It’s 1776’ is offensive

July 4, 2026

Opinion: The Fourth of July and America at 250 remind me of the nation's hypocrisy, says Black Iowa News Founder & Publisher Dana James.