What you need to know before you go: May 29, 2025
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — Here are the top headlines from this morning.
Hundreds of Siouxlanders gathered to show their support to loved ones deploying to the Middle East through the Iowa National Guard.
Iowans say farewell to National Guard members deploying overseas
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a bill to incentivize medical students to practice in Iowa.
Gov. Kim Reynolds signs bill to help grow rural hospital workforces
South Dakota Representative Dusty Johnson spoke to students in Vermillion.
Rep. Dusty Johnson speaks to students in Vermillion about moves being made in Washington
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