IA: Criminal Justice
Iowa enlists businesses to thwart human trafficking
Iowa has enlisted the help of businesses across the state to take on human trafficking. Tomorrow marks World Day Against Trafficking in Persons…
Iowa focuses on 'restorative justice' for young offenders
A new report by national researchers says Iowa is making progress in reforming its juvenile justice system, and finding ways to steer kids away from …
IA boosts cybersecurity precautions as elections, holidays near
As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the State of Iowa is focusing on potential threats to the online integrity of upcoming elections. Given …
Report: Iowans Face Rising Gun Violence
Some 74% of young people in the U.S. believe gun violence is a problem, and almost 60% want to see stricter gun laws, according to a new report from …
ACLU Vows to Block Abortion Restrictions; Reynolds: 'Fight not Over'
Civil liberties advocates in Iowa are vowing to fend off any new legislation to restrict abortion in the state. The Iowa Supreme Court recently …
IA Looks to Shelter Victims, Survivors of Sexual Assault
Iowa groups have spent the past month focused on finding shelter and support for victims of sexual assault, to help them stay anonymous and safe…
Iowa Takes Aim at Human Trafficking
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month and Iowa is working to address the problem by educating businesses about the potential signs and dangers…
Iowa Fraud Watch Tour to Address 'Scam Culture'
A statewide tour to help Iowans sharpen their fraud protection skills kicks off today. Organizers say perpetrators will never give up in trying to …
IA Gun-Reform Backers: Public Pressure Crucial After TX Shooting
This week's school shooting in Texas has evoked feelings of hopelessness in the public sphere about avoiding future tragedies in the U.S. But gun …
As IA Session Moves Forward, Elder-Abuse Law Still Pursued
A groundswell of senior advocates and law enforcement say Iowa has gone far too long without an elder-abuse law that has real teeth to it. With the …
Researchers: Family Contact Vital for People in Jail or Prison
As holiday celebrations continue, groups that study issues in prisons say families with a loved one who's incarcerated should make attempts to …
The Intersection of Protesters' Rights and Rittenhouse Verdict
DES MOINES, Iowa - The Kyle Rittenhouse verdict is fueling a variety of perspectives. In Iowa, one viewpoint is that it's adding to what's perceived …