Hills and Dales reflects on year of change for Medicaid plan
The Dubuque facility Hills and Dales, home to nearly 50 medically fragile residents, marked a rocky 2016 with its annual Christmas events while the state shift to private Medicaid insurers in April impacted residents like Colin Edberg, a 14 year old with disabilities, as reporters followed the transition.
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Iowa Republicans push for income tax relief and reform
GOP lawmakers prepare to convene the 87th Iowa General Assembly with a 59 40 House majority and 29 20 1 Senate edge. Leaders say the aim is a simpler fairer tax system while preserving funds for essential services, eyeing a 20 year gap since the last income tax cut.
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Fort Lauderdale airport gunman linked to Alaska trip
Esteban Santiago 26 from Anchorage opened fire at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport injuring and killing five people before being jailed. FBI says no clear motive or terror link yet while investigators weigh security changes for public airport areas.
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