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Check this page, or the News and Announcements box on the homepage, for the latest official news and announcements released by the court. You can also access archived news and announcements from this page.
Fri, 10/02/2026
In accordance with 28 U.S.C. § 2071 and Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 83(a)(1), the United States District Court for the Southern District of Iowa proposes amendments to the Local Rules and invites public comment on the proposed amendments....
Fri, 05/01/2026
The U.S. Probation Office for the Southern District of Iowa is currently accepting applications for a U.S. Probation Officer. There are three offices within the Southern District of Iowa (Des Moines, Davenport, and Council Bluffs). This position is...
Fri, 09/18/2026
There is a need for attorneys to apply to the Criminal Justice Act (CJA) panels to represent indigent federal criminal defendants. The need is especially pronounced in Davenport. CJA panel attorneys have the opportunity to serve the public by...
Thu, 06/18/2026
The judges of the Eighth Circuit invite you to attend the 2027 Eighth Circuit Judicial Conference at the RiverCenter convention center in Davenport, Iowa. The conference will take place July 14 – July 16, 2027. This will be a full conference for all...
Fri, 06/12/2026
Beginning August 17, 2026, PACER users who have not updated their password in the last 18 months will be randomly selected to update their password to comply with the updated password standards. Strong passwords are essential in safeguarding systems...
Thu, 04/30/2026
The Historical Society for the Southern District of Iowa is a not-for-profit corporation that operates as a branch of the Historical Society for the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Its mission is to preserve and celebrate the rich history of the...
Tue, 04/21/2026
You are invited to attend a virtual program highlighting the impact of pro bono representation and advocacy in the lives of victims and survivors of violence and abuse. Iowa CLE credit is pending.
For more information, please see the announcement...
Mon, 08/11/2025
On August 8, 2025, the attached message was sent to all members of the federal bar in the Southern District of Iowa.
Tue, 07/01/2025
The judges of the Eighth Circuit courts invite you to join them July 31 – August 1, 2025, at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center in Kansas City, Missouri for the Judicial Conference. This is a full conference for all judges and members of the Bar...
Tue, 05/06/2025
You are cordially invited to attend the 2025 Eighth Circuit Judicial Conference on Thursday, July 31 and Friday, August 1, 2025, at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center in Kansas City, Missouri. This is a full conference for judges and members of...