Heavy rain expected tonight into tomorrow
More thunderstorms are on the way for tonight and into tomorrow. National Weather Service Meteorologist Mike Fowle says the rain could lead to other problems. “Some of that rain could […]
Iowa Congresswoman Hinson says bill will help prevent stillbirths
A bill co-authored by Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson that seeks to prevent stillbirths passed the House on 408-3 vote. Emily Price, the executive director of Healthy Birth Day, joined Hinson […]
Princeton study of Iowa private school tuition after ESA program launch
A Princeton University study of Iowa’s state-funded accounts for students in about half of Iowa’s private schools has found tuition rates for kindergarteners went up between 21% and 25% more […]
Six people rescued from northwest Iowa river
An eight year old child was among six people rescued Saturday afternoon on the West Fork of the Des Moines River, north of Estherville. Travis Sheridan, Estherville’s Fire Chief, said […]
Dry weather leads to record number of wild turkeys taken in Iowa
Iowa’s spring turkey hunting season wrapped up with a record harvest of 16,059 birds, topping the record of 14-843 set last season. DNR Wildlife Research Biologist Jim Coffey says the […]
Soil toxins worry Waterloo residents
As Waterloo residents work to revitalize old industrial areas, concerns are mounting about the safety of those sites, like the Chamberlain ammunition plant which was abandoned some 40 years. Residents […]
Iowa’s already confirmed 43 tornadoes midway through the season
We’re just past the halfway point for Iowa’s tornado season, and while twisters can strike during any month of the year, April, May and June are considered the three prime […]
67 state boards and commissions being eliminated
Eighty-three state boards and commissions are being eliminated or consolidated. Governor Kim Reynolds recommended even more for elimination, but legislators pared down her list and she has approved the final […]
Governor approves new rules for traffic cameras, consumable hemp
Governor Kim Reynolds has approved a bill that establishes state oversight of traffic cameras that generate tickets for speeding. Cities and counties will have to submit an application to the […]
Near-record Iowa travel numbers forecast for upcoming holiday weekend
With the Memorial Day weekend just ahead, it’s predicted travelers from Iowa will be on the roads in record or near-record numbers. Brian Ortner, with AAA Iowa, says the motor […]
