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Maddie Lee

Multimedia Journalist at KTVO-TV (Kirksville, MO)

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  • S.E Iowans react as the state removes gender identity protections from civil rights code

    Feb 28, 2025 | ktvo.com | Maddie Lee

    DES MOINES, Iowa — In just a week since its introduction, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has signed a bill removing gender identity protections from the state’s civil rights code. Iowa is now the first state in the nation to do so. The move has sparked significant opposition, as Iowans gathered at the Capitol this week to voice their concerns. Wapello County resident Lorraine Techel was among those who are disappointed in the bill.

  • Iowa Secretary of Ag. comments on USDA $1 billion plan to curb bird flu & lower egg prices

    Feb 27, 2025 | ktvo.com | Maddie Lee

    DES MOINES, Iowa — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $1 billion to tackle the ongoing Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreaks. This funding supports the USDA's "Five-Pronged Approach" to protect poultry producers and lower egg prices. Part of the plan includes expanding biosecurity measures nationwide.

  • Centerville murder trial wraps up after five days of testimony with swift verdict

    Feb 25, 2025 | ktvo.com | Maddie Lee

    CENTERVILLE, Iowa — A southeast Iowa murder trial concluded on Tuesday with testimony from the defendant, Roger Gillespie, 49, of Centerville, and a verdict. Gillespie provided his final version of events regarding the death of Journey Marberry, 2, who sustained fatal injuries while in his care on the fifth day of his trial.

  • Local governments face financial strain as Iowa state tax cuts persist

    Feb 23, 2025 | cbs2iowa.com | Maddie Lee

    Iowa — The Iowa legislature passed House File 718 and Senate File 2442, promising to cut property taxes for constituents. The reform passed in 2023 and 2024, capping rates at $3.50 for counties and $8.10 for cities. While tax cuts are popular, many cities and counties are now facing tough financial challenges.

  • Local governments face financial strain as Iowa state tax cuts persist

    Feb 23, 2025 | ktvo.com | Maddie Lee

    Iowa — The Iowa legislature passed House File 718 and Senate File 2442, promising to cut property taxes for constituents. The reform passed in 2023 and 2024, capping rates at $3.50 for counties and $8.10 for cities. While tax cuts are popular, many cities and counties are now facing tough financial challenges.

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