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.

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 25, 2026) — Governor Kim Reynolds has announced that she has appointed Patrick Tomka as Chief Operating Officer of the Office of the Governor.

Tomka has served as the governor's Senior Tax and Economic Policy Advisor since October 2021 and was instrumental in developing legislation for the governor’s income, unemployment and property tax reform packages in recent years.

He will retain his current policy responsibilities while in his new role.

ROCK FALLS, ILLINOIS (June 24, 2026) — As part of the ongoing America 250 celebration, Rock Falls Tourism invites residents and visitors to continue honoring our nation's 250th anniversary with an evening of food, entertainment, and fireworks on Thursday, July 2, at the RB&W District Park in downtown Rock Falls.

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 24, 2026) — Today, Governor Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Marshall County in response to severe weather that occurred on June 17, 2026, and continuing.

SCOTT COUNTY, IOWA (June 24, 2026) — Jeremiah Owens (fourteen years old) was last seen June 22 at approximately 5PM leaving his residence near the area of 160th St and 90th Ave in rural Scott County.

Jeremiah is approximately 5’3” and weights approximately 115 lbs.

Jeremiah was last seen wearing washed out blue jeans, identical to the pair he is wearing in the picture, and a dark colored t-shirt.

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 24, 2026) — Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird was joined by US Department of Energy Deputy Secretary James Danly Tuesday, June 23, during a tour of the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Palo, Iowa, and the Duane Arnold Training Center in Hiawatha, Iowa. The Attorney General also attended the Corridor Business Journal Energy Symposium, where she introduced the Deputy Secretary as a keynote speaker.

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