AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoElection 2026: Early voting is underway as Iowa candidates make their final pitches. Gov. Kim Reynolds’ successor hopefuls Rob Sand and Zach Lahn clashed over taxes, schools and the state budget; Senate rivals Ashley Hinson and Josh Turek also debated ahead of a closely watched race. Public Safety: Two people died after a police pursuit ended in a crash on Des Moines’ south side Wednesday night. In Cerro Gordo County, a Kensett man was arrested after a chase; deputies say they found a stolen gun and suspected marijuana. AI Lawsuit: Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird joined seven other states in suing OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT misleads families about safety and can harm children. The states seek penalties and court-ordered safeguards. Water and Health: Water quality and Iowa’s high cancer rates are taking center stage in midterm campaigns, as residents press candidates on pollution and health risks. Weather: Widespread rain and gusty winds are forecast Thursday, with up to an inch of rain possible through Friday morning. Rural Iowa: The state awarded $385,000 in grants to 15 communities for housing, childcare and business growth, while agriculture officials announced 13 specialty-crop grants.
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