Chief Political Reporter, KCCI 8 News Close Up Anchor
Amanda Rooker is a reporter who focuses on local news in Des Moines, Iowa. She writes for KCCI-TV and KETV, and her work has also appeared in NEWS 7 KWWL. Amanda covers a range of topics including politics, community events, and human interest stories, providing important information to the residents of Iowa.
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Amanda Rooker's reporting primarily revolves around local government and politics in Iowa, particularly focused on Republican candidates such as Donald Trump, Nikki Haley, and Ron DeSantis. Her coverage heavily features event announcements and legal policy regulations related to these political events.
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A new report found abortions in Iowa decreased by 38% after the state's new abortion ban took effect in July.
DES MOINES, Iowa — On this week's Close Up , CEO of Food Bank of Iowa Michelle Book reflects on her nearly nine years leading the state's
By: Amanda Rooker
Iowa lawmakers will return to the Statehouse next month for the 2025 legislative session. KCCI spoke with Rep. Jon Dunwell, R-Newton, who was reelected in November to represent Iowa House District 38, about the policies he plans to work on.
By: Amanda Rooker
Iowa lawmakers will return to the Statehouse next month for the 2025 legislative session. KCCI spoke with Rep. David Blom, R-Marshalltown, and Sen. Kara Warme, R-Ames, about the policies they plan to work on.
By: Amanda Rooker
Iowa lawmakers will return to the Statehouse next month for the 2025 legislative session. KCCI spoke with Rep. Carter Nordman, R-Panora, who was reelected in November to represent Iowa House District 47, about the policies he plans to work on.
Iowa lawmakers will return to the Statehouse next month for the 2025 legislative session. KCCI spoke with Sen. Izaah Knox, D-Des Moines, and Rep. Rob Johnson, D-Des Moines, about the policies they plan to work on.
Iowa lawmakers will return to the Statehouse next month for the 2025 legislative session. KCCI spoke with Representative-elect Ryan Weldon, R-Ankeny, and Rep. Heather Matson, D-Ankeny, about the policies they plan to work on.
A task force aimed at reviewing the state's Area Education Agencies met for the first time Monday. AEAs provide resources to students with disabilities and general education services to students across the state.
After multiple meetings with President-elect Trump's pick to lead the Department of Defense, Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, said she would support Pete Hegseth "through this process" but did not indicate whether she'll vote to confirm him.
By: Amanda Rooker
Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate is calling for new legislation ahead of the 2025 legislative session. His proposals would standardize Iowa's recount process, expand his office's ability to verify voters' citizenship status and enhance election oversight.
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