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Jail & Courts: Dubuque County’s jail population jumped from 132 to 181 inmates in under two months, with Sheriff Joe Kennedy pointing to new state laws that change bond/initial court appearances and add “three strikes” sentencing. Local Public Safety: Mills County supervisors will weigh two EMS moves for the November ballot: declaring EMS “essential services” and a potential levy up to $1.50 per $1,000 valuation to fund agencies as volunteer coverage shrinks. Election Politics: A new ratings roundup says Iowa is driving shifts toward Democrats, including Gov. Rob Sand’s improved standing versus Zach Lahn and movement in the open Senate race and key House contests. Health Policy: Iowa’s Medicaid fraud fight gets a boost: AG Brenna Bird announced nearly $4M in federal grant funding to add specialized prosecutors statewide. Capitol Access Lawsuit: The ACLU of Iowa and the Satanic Temple sue Iowa over being denied a “family-friendly” holiday event at the Capitol rotunda, alleging religious discrimination. 2028 Primary Calendar: National Democrats approved a 2028 schedule that keeps Iowa out of early contests, placing South Carolina first and Nevada next—prompting Iowa party chair Rita Hart to warn of renewed chaos and pushback. Trade & Tariffs: Canada-U.S. negotiators are racing toward an Aug. 19 tariff deadline, with Minister Dominic LeBlanc saying “our job is not yet done.” Education Compliance: The Iowa Department of Education is rolling out fall trainings for Certified Enrollment and SRI under SF2201, including two count dates and quarterly payment changes.

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