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Progressive activists from Iowa and Wisconsin warned Thursday at a news conference in West Des Moines that a Scott Walker presidency would be disastrous to middle class families.

As Wisconsin’s Walker Appears to be Testing Waters, ‘Truth Squad’ Debunks ‘Pants on Fire’ Claims

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, a Republican, could appeal to both social and fiscal conservatives, making him a candidate to "fear" in the Iowa Caucuses, progressives warn.

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Katie Jones committed 34 random acts of kindness to celebrate her 34th birthday.

Iowa Woman Celebrates Birthday with 34 Random Acts of Kindness, One for Each Year

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Drive cautiously during the spring, as the rainy weather can lead to wet and slippery roads.

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Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker will headline a Polk County GOP fundraiser Thursday. Activist groups from Iowa and Wisconsin are planning a counter demonstration.

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Kathlynn Shepard exits a school bus moments before she and another girl were abducted May 20, 2013.

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The Urbandale school board will hold a meeting Thursday to approve the 2013-2014 contract with the Urbandale Education Association.

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Married Couple Stabs Each Other Over American Idol

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Three topics not to be discussed at the dinner table: religion, politics, and "American Idol."

Faith Lutheran Church 4th Graders donate $661 to Mosaic In Des Moines

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Faith Lutheran Church youth make donation to Mosaic In Des Moines

Parents Can Help Preteens with Abduction Concerns

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Parents naturally are concerned for their children’s safety, particularly when there is news of a child abduction. Finding the balance between emotions and the “teachable moment” is …

What did Apple do wrong?

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Apple executives got called before a Senate subcommittee on charges they avoided paying taxes. What did they do wrong?

Does it Make Sense to Consolidate your Mortgage with Other Debt?

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