Chief political reporter Amanda Rooker sits down for extended interviews with Des Moines mayor Connie Boesen and Polk County ...

The Capital of Comfort Des Moines, the capital city of Iowa, is a perfect blend of big-city amenities and small-town charm.

Criminal justice systems need these reforms to better serve rural Iowans and the state budget, writes the Register's ...

Emma Denney hopes Iowa City can become a "beacon" and a "safe haven" for trans people after a new Iowa stripped her civil ...

State lawmakers once again are working to make Iowa’s election recount laws more consistent, while also considering other ...