DES MOINES, IOWA (February 10, 2025) — Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird opposes a Biden-Harris attempt to wipe out meat in school cafeterias by favoring non-meat protein sources, despite nutritional science.

Animal-based proteins, especially beef and pork, are nutritional powerhouses. Beef packs more protein per calorie than virtually any other food. This protein is crucial for healthy childhood development, fighting anemia, and building muscle.

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 7, 2025) — Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird warned Iowans about an increase in jury-duty scams, specifically from scammers claiming to be from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

In a jury-duty scam, a con artist calls Iowans, falsely claiming to be law enforcement and accusing them of missing jury duty. The scammer will then use threats of arrest or extreme fines to scare and trick them into sending money.

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (February 7, 2025) — Black Hawk State Historic Site in Rock Island invites the public to enjoy a moonlight trail walk followed by refreshments and live music on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14.

Photo taken from 2024 Bloomington Polar Plunge

NORMAL, ILLINOIS (February 4, 2025) — Special Olympics Illinois is proud to announce the return of the coolest event of the year, the Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Illinois. The Polar Plunge will return for 24 in-person events throughout February and March across Illinois.