Iowa nursing home oversight fails amid long inspection gaps
A Senate committee report ranks Iowa 49th in inspector-to-nursing-home ratio and cites 150 facilities with gaps of 16 months or more between inspections. Tenacious reporting by Iowa Capital Dispatch highlights abuse and neglect cases, prompting calls for stronger government oversight and accountability.
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Community letters on abortion bans and care in Iowa and beyond
Iowa boards hold a public hearing on proposed rules enforcing Gov Reynolds abortion ban with a Des Moines time window and location. The letter cites Brittany Watts and Kate Cox cases in Ohio and Texas, urging public input before the Jan 2 deadline and noting the Iowa Supreme Court's 2024 ruling.
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Iowa cold case laws urged to aid families and updates
Marlene Chramosta argues Iowa should mirror federal Homicide Victims' Rights Act to grant families access and force updates on cold cases. She cites Ron Novak's 1983 rural Center Point homicide and advocates state level reforms, petitions, and AG involvement to deploy DNA genealogy and crossagency support.
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Showing Up For Others During Hard Times
Psychologist Maggie Mulqueen urges people to show up for others in crisis by listening, offering concrete help, and prioritizing presence over perfect words. The piece emphasizes ongoing support, caretaker fatigue awareness, and the personal growth that comes from meaningful connection.
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