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VP Harris concedes presidential race in phone call to Donald Trump
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The Black Church Must Rise: ‘Pews must become training grounds for justice,’ after Trump’s spending and tax bill passes
OPINION: The Black Church must refocus after President Donald Trump's "One, Big Beautiful Bill" passes, says Waterloo pastor.
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.
Running for Office: Observations from the first Black woman elected to Ames City Council — Anita Rollins
"I also have a strong internal drive to care about community and particularly about people from populations who are marginalized." — Anita Rollins
Democrats: We lost — Where is our leadership?
OPINION: Is the Democratic Party doing what it could to shore up its base, or is it wringing its hands and pointing fingers?
Fighting for scraps: The allure of Trump’s rhetoric to the Black community
OPINION: Many of us will be shocked to learn in the coming months just how many Black people are supportive of Trump's immigration rhetoric.
Iowa Capitol: Black legislators rack up election wins
Iowa has seven Black state legislators after the General Election on Nov. 5. See who won.
VP Harris concedes presidential race in phone call to Donald Trump
Former president Donald Trump won Tuesday's presidential election.
Election Day 2024 Countdown: Find out what you need to know to vote
We're almost there. You've either already voted or you have a little over a day left to make your decision. Find out what you need to know and vote.