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Gov. Kim Reynolds signs laws restricting access to abortion pills, HPV vaccine

Todays News May 20, 2026

Gov. Kim Reynolds signed 13 bills into law Tuesday — including several that could impact Iowans’ access to reproductive healthcare. House File 2788, the final bill debated in the Iowa Senate during the 2026 legislative session, is a measure restricting access to abortion-inducing medications through telehealth and mail-order prescription services. Under the new law, these medications, such as mifepristone, will have to be prescribed in person. The law, which will officially take effect July 1, comes amid a national discussion on access to mifepristone, which is used to terminate ...

EMT sues UnityPoint, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation

Todays News May 20, 2026

An EMT who worked for UnityPoint Health is suing the company, alleging she was the victim of workplace sexual harassment and sexual assault. Kayla Whitten is suing Iowa Health System’s UnityPoint Health-Marshalltown Hospital and EMS supervisor Nick Heintz in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa for alleged civil rights violations. According to the lawsuit, Whitten was hired by UnityPoint Health in March 2024 as a full-time emergency medical technician for UnityPoint Health-Marshalltown Hospital. As an EMT, Whitten allegedly assessed, treated and transported patients ...

MHS seniors announce next steps during ‘Decision Day’

Todays News May 20, 2026

On Decision Day, which was held Monday, Marshalltown High School seniors came together to share their post-graduation plans. Along with sharing their plans, they shared words of wisdom with the incoming freshmen, enjoyed dirty sodas from Inclusion Fusion and cookies, and picked up some college ...

Daily Record, May 19, 2026

Daily Record May 19, 2026

Marshall County Courthouse Court May 18 • Karri Rekay Rogers made an initial appearance on a driving while barred charge, a fraudulent use of registration charge, a no insurance charge and a speeding charge. The pubic defender’s office is appointed as counsel. The preliminary hearing is set for 9:30 a.m. on June 8. • Amelia Marie Robinson made an initial appearance on a theft-fifth degree charge. Brian Mercy is appointed as counsel. A pre-trial conference is set for 9:30 a.m. on June 17 in Magistrate Court. • Jasmeyn Ericka Aguilar made an initial appearance on a ...

Gilman Public Library director expands offerings, rebuilds collection

Todays News May 19, 2026

GILMAN — Libraries, both big and small, offer more than just a storage space for books. Often, these dwellings are hubs of a community, providing free resources, events and camaraderie. In February Natasha Williams became the new director of the Gilman Public Library, 124 N. Main St., eager ...

The National Road connected a young nation

Todays News May 19, 2026

Editor’s Note: With new settlements being established in the Northwest Territory, leaders of the still young United States tackled another issue — how to link cities in the east with new opportunities in the west. This happened through an act of Congress creating what came to be known as ...