Video: The Iowa Journal
The Iowa Journal is a regular in-depth look at the issues that impact Iowans. The series analyzes various issues and events that are in the news. It also explores Iowa's variety and diversity. Topics include a look at Iowa's small business successes, pioneers in the local food movement, and how the national debate on health care affects you.
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Discussion: Brainstorming Iowa Immigration Solutions (#163)
Host Paul Yeager discusses possible solutions to the problem of undocumented workers in Iowa. Guests include Lori Chesser, immigration attorney, and Ted Sporer, Republican Party leader. 15:20
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The Dream Act - Political Climate for Immigration Solutions (Feature) (#163)
The Iowa Journal looks at the political climate surrounding legislative problem-solving of immigration issues, including the rejection of humanitarian legislative efforts such as the "Dream Act" that ... 02:54
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Iowa Immigration Solutions (Full Program) (#163)
Full Program: The Iowa Journal looks for ways the state can encourage legal methods of importing the estimated 300,000 people needed to continue business as usual. 27:44
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Out and About: Adel (#167)
Out and About Correspondent Dan Kaercher travels to Adel and finds out how a small town defines itself in the shadow of a metro area. 04:52
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Discussion: Aftermath of Parkersburg Tornado (#162)
Barry Campbell, Vice President of Delivery from MidAmerican Energy, and David Miller, Director of Iowa Homeland Security discuss short-term and long-term recovery strategies for communities affected ... 14:17
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Iowa After the Parkersburg Tornado (#162)
The twister that ripped apart Parkersburg featured winds speeds in excess of 200 miles an hour. Seven Iowans were killed in the storm, and the damage to this Iowa community is significant. 05:01
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Aftermath of Parkersburg Tornado (Full Program) (#162)
Full Program: The Iowa Journal takes a look at the aftermath of the tornado that struck Parkersburg Iowa on Sunday, May 25, 2008. 27:46
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What Should You Know About the Korean War? (Full Program) (#161)
Full Program: It was the bloodiest foreign war in U.S. history, but what do you know about the Korean War? This is a primer. 27:46
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Web Exclusive: Sen. Jack Kibbie's Korean War Experiences (#161)
Senator Jack Kibbie talks about his experiences in the Korean War. 11:27
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Korean War 101 (#161)
It was the bloodiest foreign war in U.S. history, but what do you know about the Korean War? This is a primer. 04:23
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Food vs. Fuel - Are We Taking Agriculture for Granted? (Entire Program) (#160)
Full Program: Are rising corn and bean prices due to the ethanol boom in Iowa? 27:46
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Discussion: Food vs. Fuel - Ethanol's Place in the Economy (#160)
Are rising corn and bean prices due to the ethanol boom in Iowa? 10:23
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Out and About: Pocahontas (#160)
Dan Kaercher heads to Pocahontas for our Out and About segment. 04:37
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Discussion: Higher Gas Prices and Public Transportation (#159)
Tom Kane and Brad Miller discuss ridership on buses, alternatives to driving your car and what other gas-price-related items are quickly heading to the front- burner of many households across Iowa. 15:07
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Bus Ridership Up In Mason City (#159)
Iowans deal with the rising cost of gasoline by taking public transportation. 02:36






