Iowa’s water quality crisis inspires Black leaders to pursue solutions #iowa #insideblackiowa #iowawatercrisis #nitratepollution blackiowanews.com/iowas-water-...
Iowa’s water quality crisis inspires Black leaders to pursue solutions – Black Iowa News
A cohort from the African American Leadership Academy studied Iowa's Water Quality Crisis and developed a proposal to bring safer drinking water to Des Moines' Black residents.
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October 17, 2026 at 9:45 PM
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safety of drinking water in our communities. These issues are important to all Iowans. *Please return our interns’ calls and emails. If you would like to be interviewed or know of someone we should speak with, email us at dana@blackiowanews.com or comment below. #insideblackiowa #Iowa
September 16, 2026 at 4:29 AM
safety of drinking water in our communities. These issues are important to all Iowans. *Please return our interns’ calls and emails. If you would like to be interviewed or know of someone we should speak with, email us at dana@blackiowanews.com or comment below. #insideblackiowa #Iowa
ANALYSIS: Iowa nonprofit Just Voices releases study of Des Moines Police Department's Use-of-Force Reports from the George Floyd protests. What the Numbers Caught: A Night of Force Tells All about the DMPD blackiowanews.com/what-the-num... #insideblackiowa
What the Numbers Caught: A Night of Force Tells All about the DMPD – Black Iowa News
ANALYSIS: Iowa nonprofit Just Voices releases study of Des Moines Police' Use-of-Force Reports from the George Floyd protests.
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September 10, 2026 at 8:37 PM
ANALYSIS: Iowa nonprofit Just Voices releases study of Des Moines Police Department's Use-of-Force Reports from the George Floyd protests. What the Numbers Caught: A Night of Force Tells All about the DMPD blackiowanews.com/what-the-num... #insideblackiowa
Unopposed Doesn’t Mean Unimportant: Rob Johnson Urges Community to Vote #iowa #insideblackiowa blackiowanews.com/state-rep-ro...
Unopposed Doesn’t Mean Unimportant: Rob Johnson Urges Community to Vote – Black Iowa News
State Rep. Rob Johnson (D-Des Moines) is running unopposed but wants all Iowa voters to turn out for the Nov. 3 general election.
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August 31, 2026 at 7:49 PM
Unopposed Doesn’t Mean Unimportant: Rob Johnson Urges Community to Vote #iowa #insideblackiowa blackiowanews.com/state-rep-ro...
OPINION: The Problem With Black Women blackiowanews.com/the-problem-... #insideblackiowa #iowa #blackwomen
OPINION: The Problem With Black Women – Black Iowa News
The headline may make you uncomfortable. It should. Sometimes the best way to expose a myth is to state it plainly, then dismantle it piece by piece.
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September 1, 2026 at 2:32 AM
OPINION: The Problem With Black Women blackiowanews.com/the-problem-... #insideblackiowa #iowa #blackwomen
The inaugural Iowa African Film Festival will debut Aug. 6-7 at Drake University, creating a new platform for audiences to experience authentic African storytelling through film while fostering cultural exchange, education and international collaboration. Africalivenetwork.tv #insideblackiowa
August 4, 2026 at 12:52 AM
The inaugural Iowa African Film Festival will debut Aug. 6-7 at Drake University, creating a new platform for audiences to experience authentic African storytelling through film while fostering cultural exchange, education and international collaboration. Africalivenetwork.tv #insideblackiowa
Former State Rep. Wayne Ford, founder of Urban Dreams and executive director of the Wayne Ford Equity Impact Institute, ponders his past and this country's future. #america250 #insideblackiowa
Who Will Write America's Next 250 Years? – Black Iowa News
OPINION: Wayne Ford, a former Iowa legislator, ponders the past and the nation's next 250 years.
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July 26, 2026 at 11:29 PM
Former State Rep. Wayne Ford, founder of Urban Dreams and executive director of the Wayne Ford Equity Impact Institute, ponders his past and this country's future. #america250 #insideblackiowa
If the Bills coming out of the Iowa Legislature are any indication, I’m pretty sure Iowa is a shoo-in for the next list of the Worst States for Black Americans. #insideblackiowa
March 5, 2026 at 8:11 AM
If the Bills coming out of the Iowa Legislature are any indication, I’m pretty sure Iowa is a shoo-in for the next list of the Worst States for Black Americans. #insideblackiowa
New‼️The June Black Iowa Newspaper is here! It’s making its way across the state! Pick up a copy!#insideblackiowa #Juneteenth #iowa #blackiowanews 📰👏🏾
June 30, 2025 at 12:11 PM
New‼️The June Black Iowa Newspaper is here! It’s making its way across the state! Pick up a copy!#insideblackiowa #Juneteenth #iowa #blackiowanews 📰👏🏾
Black Iowa News had a great first virtual statewide call today. If you missed it, scan the QR code to join next week’s call at noon Dec. 18. #insideblackiowa
December 11, 2024 at 8:30 PM
Black Iowa News had a great first virtual statewide call today. If you missed it, scan the QR code to join next week’s call at noon Dec. 18. #insideblackiowa
We need to talk. Join us at noon, Wednesday, Dec. 11, via Zoom for Black Iowa News' Weekly Virtual Statewide Call. 2025 is likely to be especially trying in this anti-DEI and racist era. Let's strengthen our connections and discuss our feelings, needs and hopes. #Iowa #insideblackiowa #blacknews
December 9, 2024 at 8:18 PM
We need to talk. Join us at noon, Wednesday, Dec. 11, via Zoom for Black Iowa News' Weekly Virtual Statewide Call. 2025 is likely to be especially trying in this anti-DEI and racist era. Let's strengthen our connections and discuss our feelings, needs and hopes. #Iowa #insideblackiowa #blacknews
Black Iowa News stands in the gap for Black Iowans. Your tax-deductible donation will help us accomplish our 2025 mission to deliver The Black Iowa Newspaper to more libraries, schools and universities across Iowa. #insideblackiowa #blackpress
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"I blame our justice system." Opinion piece by Shade Burgs in the November Black Iowa Newspaper. #trump #insideblackiowa #iowa #opinion #survivingthetrumpyears
December 2, 2024 at 12:29 AM
"I blame our justice system." Opinion piece by Shade Burgs in the November Black Iowa Newspaper. #trump #insideblackiowa #iowa #opinion #survivingthetrumpyears
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Help Black Iowa News do even more by making a tax-deductible donation — We also accept DAF, Crypto and stock. fundrazr.com/SupportBIN?r... ✊🏾 #insideblackiowa
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Here's a handy guide featuring Juneteenth events across Iowa. Share with your family and friends. #insideblackiowa #iowa blackiowanews.com/iowa-junetee... #iowajunteenth2026
Your guide to Juneteenth in Iowa: 25+ celebrations to explore across the state – Black Iowa News
Discover Iowa's Juneteenth celebrations, including performances, history, music, food and more. Share this guide with your family and friends.
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June 12, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Here's a handy guide featuring Juneteenth events across Iowa. Share with your family and friends. #insideblackiowa #iowa blackiowanews.com/iowa-junetee... #iowajunteenth2026
Luisita McBurney for Polk County Recorder: "Polk County, are you ready for leadership that shows up?" Voting is open today until 8 p.m. (This is a paid ad by the Luisita McBurney for Polk County Recorder campaign). #insideblackiowa
June 2, 2026 at 8:13 PM
Luisita McBurney for Polk County Recorder: "Polk County, are you ready for leadership that shows up?" Voting is open today until 8 p.m. (This is a paid ad by the Luisita McBurney for Polk County Recorder campaign). #insideblackiowa
What is driving the rise in the number of Black-owned businesses in the U.S.? Experts weigh in. #insideblackiowa
Experts say mentorship is contributing to the growth of Black-owned businesses in the U.S. – Black Iowa News
What is driving the rise in the number of Black-owned businesses in the U.S.? Experts weigh in.
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June 2, 2026 at 8:10 PM
What is driving the rise in the number of Black-owned businesses in the U.S.? Experts weigh in. #insideblackiowa
Searching for an African American business in the Quad Cities, Iowa? A new resource will make your search much easier. 🔗Link in the comments. #insideblackiowa @quadcitiesiowa
May 22, 2026 at 10:03 PM
Searching for an African American business in the Quad Cities, Iowa? A new resource will make your search much easier. 🔗Link in the comments. #insideblackiowa @quadcitiesiowa
“For generations, Black women have often been told that what they experienced was not racism, not sexism, not discrimination — just misunderstanding, personality conflict or simply the price of ambition.” What was it really?” By Debra Carr. #insideblackiowa #iowa blackiowanews.com/black-women-...
Black Women Can't Catch a Break – Black Iowa News
Opinion: Watching high-profile Black politicians get dragged online can trigger trauma in Black women, says writer Debra Carr.
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April 1, 2026 at 12:35 AM
“For generations, Black women have often been told that what they experienced was not racism, not sexism, not discrimination — just misunderstanding, personality conflict or simply the price of ambition.” What was it really?” By Debra Carr. #insideblackiowa #iowa blackiowanews.com/black-women-...
Grab a copy of the March edition of The Black Iowa Newspaper. Available at more than 120+ locations around Iowa. #insideblackiowa
March 22, 2026 at 9:07 PM
Grab a copy of the March edition of The Black Iowa Newspaper. Available at more than 120+ locations around Iowa. #insideblackiowa
A return to the Jim Crow era? Controversial Iowa House File 2711 passed on March 4, striking “affirmative action” reporting and accountability throughout state government and judicial and educational entities. #insideblackiowa blackiowanews.com/iowa-bill-re...
March 5, 2026 at 7:40 AM
A return to the Jim Crow era? Controversial Iowa House File 2711 passed on March 4, striking “affirmative action” reporting and accountability throughout state government and judicial and educational entities. #insideblackiowa blackiowanews.com/iowa-bill-re...
On display at the State of Iowa Historical Building — “When we turn to each other and not on each other . . . And choose the Right fight. Together, we will win. Jesse L. Jackson -88- #insideblackiowa
February 28, 2026 at 5:40 PM
On display at the State of Iowa Historical Building — “When we turn to each other and not on each other . . . And choose the Right fight. Together, we will win. Jesse L. Jackson -88- #insideblackiowa
Opinion: The government is out to get us. Story link in the comments #insideblackiowa #blackhistorymonth
February 24, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Opinion: The government is out to get us. Story link in the comments #insideblackiowa #blackhistorymonth
Iowa House Study Bill 668, eliminating civil rights protections, to be discussed at 8 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 at the Iowa Capitol. State Rep. Rob Johnson said the bill is "direct attack on civil rights." #insideblackiowa #Iowa #civilrights blackiowanews.com/iowa-bill-re...
Iowa bill, reminiscent of Jim Crow-era, is 'direct attack on civil rights' says legislator – Black Iowa News
Iowa House Study Bill 668, eliminating civil rights protections, to be discussed on Thursday, Feb. 5 at the Iowa Capitol.
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February 5, 2026 at 6:18 AM
Iowa House Study Bill 668, eliminating civil rights protections, to be discussed at 8 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 at the Iowa Capitol. State Rep. Rob Johnson said the bill is "direct attack on civil rights." #insideblackiowa #Iowa #civilrights blackiowanews.com/iowa-bill-re...