Politics

Iowa House District 71 candidate DeLano Cain-Watson feels ‘deep responsibility to make sure Black Iowans are not treated as an afterthought in state policy,’ but as ‘vital’

Black Iowa News Q&A: Get to know DeLano Cain-Watson, a candidate for Iowa House District 71 in Dubuque, Iowa.

What do Black Iowans want in the state’s next governor?

With the 2026 gubernatorial election approaching, Black Iowans share their priorities on agriculture, education, and inclusion.

Election Update: Newly elected Black candidates  

Black candidates win big across Iowa, from school boards in Des Moines and Iowa City to city councils in Sioux City.

Breaking down big words and overcoming ‘baby talk version of political discourse’

Dumbing down the language is having a deleterious effect on society, says columnist Shade Burgs.

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 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.

Council Bluffs Democrat Turek still in mix for U.S. Senate, decision coming soon

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.