Inaugural Black Women’s Conference, promoting healing, awareness, empowerment, to be held in October in Chicago
The nonprofit Courageous Access, founded in Iowa, will host a conference for Black women, held in Chicago.
Polk County to launch its first warrant resolution clinic
The CJCC joined forces with various organizations to help Polk County residents resolve their non-violent warrants.
Black Tech town hall examines AI’s impact on Black communities
Safer and conscious use of AI technologies is necessary, advocates say. The concerns are present even in places like West Des Moines, Iowa.
The Power of Art: Sioux City NAACP commemorates Coretta Scott King during Black History Month
Sioux City NAACP hosts free Coretta Scott King program with live narration, music and Civil Rights storytelling at Morningside University.
Boos, disapproval mark tensions during Iowa House Study Bill 668 subcommittee meeting at Iowa Capitol
Iowans argue Iowa HSB 668 would deepen inequality at the state level in education, public safety, judicial system, among others.
Iowa Farmers of Color Conference Returns For Its Third Year
The event gathers farmers of color from Iowa and beyond to learn the latest on agricultural news and tips from peers.
Toxic Braids? Study Finds Synthetic Braiding Hair May Pose Serious Health Risks to Black Women
Research finds carcinogens in synthetic braiding hair and Black hair products, raising new health concerns as Iowa faces rising cancer rates.
Detention by ICE: Timeline of former Des Moines school superintendent Ian Roberts’ detention and resignation
The Des Moines community is still reeling from the ICE detention and resignation of former school superintendent.
Passion for Soccer Propels Eloge Iradukunda
From Mozambique to Des Moines, Eloge Iradukunda’s soccer journey blends family, culture and resilience.
What do Black Iowans want in the state’s next governor?
With the 2026 gubernatorial election approaching, Black Iowans share their priorities on agriculture, education, and inclusion.
What’s a Tariff? Why does Trump use it to threaten countries?
Here’s an explainer on tariffs. Learn more about the tool the Trump administration uses to control other countries and companies.
Drag ordinances under scrutiny, ACLU says drag not a synonym for ‘obscenity’
The ACLU sent letters to some Iowa cities this week about the language they use to describe drag.
Mayowa Nwadike finds truth in his art and how it shaped his identity
The artist from Nigeria shared his artistic journey, upbringing and what inspires his pieces.
A drop-in center gives hope to LGBTQ+ people without homes in New York
La Sala, a drop-in center in Washington Heights, is one of the few spaces in the city focused on the LGBTQ+ community.
[SPANISH] Un centro de acogida le da esperanza a las personas LGBT sin hogar en Nueva York
La Sala, un ‘drop-in center’ en Washington Heights, es uno de los pocos espacios en la ciudad enfocados en la comunidad LGBT.
Latinos in New York: How They Voted in Tuesday’s Historic U.S Elections
The economy, migration, and public safety concern Hispanic voters.
[SPANISH] Latinos en Nueva York: Así votaron en las históricas elecciones del martes en EEUU
La economía, migración y la seguridad pública preocupan a los votantes hispanos.
Bring On El Cambio
Lynn University’s Social Impact Lab hosts seminar on Human Rights in Latin America.