Vol. 1 No. 11: July 7 to 21 2026
This edition is an update on several hot topics we’ve covered this year. They include AI and data centers; corruption in the Trump administration; gender identity; ICE actions; the Iran War; and religious extremism.Â
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Previous Editions
Every edition of The Bulletin features a national news theme, outlined below, plus these regular features: Volunteer Needs, Animal Welfare, Spirituality Events, Iowa News, Illinois News, and events for all of Iowa and Illinois conveniently categorized by region. Each edition also includes links to original news sources, and to events pages, to encourage media literacy and further learning and exploration. To easily find events in your region, look for green cities/states.
A focus on the Summer Solstice and Volunteer Needs.
A deep look at data centers and artificial intelligence (AI), along with all regular features.
A deep dive into the context of celebrating Juneteenth and LGBTQ+ Pride.
A look at religious extremism and how it’s influencing the Iran War.
How gender identity clashes are rising to the top of national news.
A broad look at the Iran War and its impacts.
Summarizing some key legislation making its way through the Iowa Legislature and the Illinois General Assembly
A look at the pervasive self-dealing and potential corruption that characterizes the Trump administration
Follow-up to the killing of Minneapolis resident Alex Pretti.
Follow-up to the killing of Minneapolis resident Renee Good.
