Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller is among the 50 state attorneys general who are investigating Google's business practices. Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller, a Democrat, released a written statement, saying the bipartisan investigation is in its early stages and the group has drawn no … [Read more...]
High poverty elementary schools incorporate computer science into curriculum
Twelve Iowa elementary schools with high poverty levels are preparing to heavily incorporate computer science into their curriculum. They’re each using a $50,000 grant through private or state funds to expand and incorporate computer science into everything from math to gym class. Staci Hupp, at … [Read more...]
Solar users host lawmakers on information session
Some Iowa lawmakers are touring businesses that use solar panels in the wake of a proposal that would’ve allowed utilities to charge new fees to solar customers. Russell Vannorsdel is vice president of Fridley Theatres, an Iowa-based company that recently built a large movie theater in Waukee … [Read more...]
Finkenauer and FCC member visit northeast Iowa farm
Iowa Congresswoman Abby Finkenauer hosted a member of the Federal Communications Commission on a Dyersville farm Monday to highlight the need to ensure farmers have access to broadband. "That's so important for their yields and for their margins and also it's good for the environment to have … [Read more...]
MidAmerican Energy announces plan for vehicle charging network
MidAmerican Energy Company is launching what it calls a first-of-its kind network of electric vehicle fast-charging stations in more than a dozen cities throughout the state. MidAmerican spokesperson Tina Hoffman says the plan is to have the chargers available every 50 miles. "One of the barriers … [Read more...]
One of UI’s top space scientists is doubtful about landing humans on Mars
This month marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission that first landed men on the Moon and one of the University of Iowa's top space researchers is skeptical we'll ever top that achievement. Don Gurnett, professor emeritus in the UI physics and astronomy department, says the scientific … [Read more...]
Iowa credit union first to offer mobile video service
An Iowa-based credit union is now offering an interactive mobile video banking service, the first time the technology has been available in the state. Gail DeBoer, CEO of Cobalt Credit Union, headquartered in Council Bluffs, says they're premiering mobile video banking as an option for Iowa … [Read more...]
U-I wins record grant to study magnetic fields of Earth and sun (video)
NASA is awarding the University of Iowa a large grant to study the mysterious interactions between the magnetic fields of the Earth and sun. At $115 million, it's the UI's largest-ever research project. Craig Kletzing, a professor in the UI physics and astronomy department, says they'll design … [Read more...]
Casey’s General Stores offering customers new ‘digital platforms’
The Des Moines Register reports Casey's General Stores executives are exploring how automation may help deal with the difficulty in finding part-time employees. Earlier this month, out-going Casey's CEO Terry Handley touted the company's "e-commerce" initiative. "As we witness the continued … [Read more...]
Governor to seek more money for broadband incentives
Governor Kim Reynolds says she'll "swing back" next year and ask legislators for another $15 million in state incentives for private companies as well as cities that plan to expand broadband coverage in underserved areas. "I hope it changes things drastically," Reynolds says. "I have two … [Read more...]