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March is almost over, but there's still time to grab a copy of the March edition of the Black Iowa Newspaper!

Polk County to launch its first warrant resolution clinic

The CJCC joined forces with various organizations to help Polk County residents resolve their non-violent warrants.

Black Iowans hit hardest in Iowa’s soaring cancer rates

Advocates explain how policy choices and legislative choices affect cancer rates for Black Iowans.

Iowa ‘3-strikes’ bill could disproportionately impact Black Iowans

Lawmakers debated costs, prison space and racial disparities before passing a bill requiring controversial 20-year sentences for repeat offenders.

Get to know Black Iowa News reporter: Gretchen Lembcke Peña 

Meet Gretchen Lembcke Peña, an accomplished writer with Black Iowa News. Contact her with story ideas and tips.

Iowa lawmakers suggest bill to ensure health safety in schools

A proposed bill would require school districts to develop emergency response plans, including CPR and other health-related training for staff.