DES MOINES, IOWA (July 1, 2026) — Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird announced that since January, she has traveled to meet with Iowans in all 99 counties, wrapping up yesterday with meetings in Black Hawk, Grundy, and Jasper counties. These meetings across the state consisted of roundtable discussions, business tours, and conversations with community members.

“As Attorney General, it is my responsibility to serve Iowans in every corner of our state,” said AG Brenna Bird.

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 1, 2026) — Governor Kim Reynolds has signed an executive order establishing the Iowa Medicaid Fraud Elimination Task Force for the purpose of eradicating Medicaid fraud, waste, and abuse, 

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 1, 2026) — Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird has announced her office has sued the e-commerce marketplace Temu for numerous violations of the Iowa Consumer Fraud Act.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA (June 30, 2026) — As Minnesotans gear up for Fourth of July celebrations, AAA is reminding everyone to plan for holiday traffic, practice fireworks safety, and stay vigilant about wildfire risks to help keep our communities safe throughout the holiday weekend.

Fireworks

Fireworks remain one of the most recognizable parts of the holiday, but they also carry serious risks.

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 30, 2026) — Attorney General Brenna Bird announced today a coalition of seventeen attorneys general, along with the US Department of Justice (DOJ), secured more than fifty million donated eggs and $3.3 million from three of the nation’s largest egg producers in a settlement. A bipartisan multistate investigation with the DOJ into high egg prices showed that Cal-Maine Foods, Versova/Centrum, and Hickman’s Egg Ranch overcharged consumers.

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 30, 2026) — Attorney General Brenna Bird has announced the Iowa Supreme Court has agreed with her office that an executive of Global Fiberglass Solutions (GFS) can be personally named in the state’s lawsuit against his company for refusing to dispose of over 1,000 wind-turbine blades after they were hired to do so.

OMAHA, NEBRASKA (June 30,2026) — With more than 72 million Americans expected to travel for Independence Day, including 61.4 million who will drive, AAA — The Auto Club Group is activating its Tow to Go program to help keep roads safe and discourage impaired driving.

The free and confidential service will be available from 6PM Friday, July 3, through 6AM, Monday, July 6, across Nebraska, Iowa, and other select areas.

SCOTT COUNTY, IOWA (June 29, 2026) — UPDATE: In reference to the motor vehicle accident on 1-80 at MM 283. The driver of the vehicle involved has been identified as Elio N Garcia. The 35-year-old female occupant has been identified as Axe Graves both of Wisconsin. Mr Garcia and Mrs. Graves were treated at the hospital and released. The juvenile involved in the motor vehicle accident is still being treated by the University of Iowa Children Hospitals.

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 29, 2026) — Governor Kim Reynolds has appointed Elizabeth Lee as a District Associate Judge in Judicial District 8A.

Lee, of Ottumwa, Iowa, serves as Assistant Wapello County Attorney. She received her undergraduate degree from University of Iowa and law degree from University of Iowa College of Law.

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 29, 2026) — Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird and FBI Director Kash Patel hosted an event with over 100 local and state law-enforcement leaders and county attorneys from across Iowa. The discussion centered around the most pressing issues within law enforcement today and served as an opportunity to strengthen local, state, and federal partnerships.

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