Bill requires disclosure of lead in Iowa’s water service lines
A bill that’s cleared the Iowa House would require anyone selling real estate to let potential buyers know if lead service lines bring water to the home or building. “The […]
Iowa House votes to create state psilocybin program
The Iowa House has passed a bill to legalize the use of psilocybin, often called magic mushrooms, as medical treatment for certain conditions, like post-traumatic stress disorder. Treatments would have […]
Mason City police say body found believed to be missing teen
The Mason City Police Chief believes a body found this weekend is that of a 19-year-old, reported missing by his family on April 4th. Shortly after 2 p.m. Saturday, MCPD […]
Former aide to Reynolds and Branstad exploring a run for governor
A state senator who was Governor Kim Reynolds’ budget director is exploring a run for governor. “I want to listen to Iowans. I want to see if the support is […]
UI to study potential treatments for alcohol use disorder
University of Iowa researchers are studying whether psychedelic drugs can help to treat alcohol use disorder. Participants who are struggling with alcohol will be given either ketamine or psilocybin. UI […]
Iowa Catholic Conference exec reflects on Pope Francis’ legacy
Iowa Catholic Conference executive director Tom Chapman says his first reaction to the death of Pope Francis was sadness, “also not too surprised in that he’s had a lot of […]
Drake adds assstant basketball coaches
Warren Niles and Kyle Ryan have been named to the Drake men’s basketball coaching staff, head coach Eric Henderson announced on Monday. Niles joins the program as an assistant coach […]
Projects in Bell Plaine, Perry, Grinnell win state development incentives
The Iowa Economic Development Authority Board has approved economic incentives for a Norway-based company that wants to expand its operations in the state. IEDA spokesperson Kanan Kappleman says Frontier Natural […]
Literary ‘rock star’ to appear tonight in Des Moines
An author who’s considered one of the world’s most popular storytellers will be in central Iowa tonight for a free event that promises to captivate his legions of readers. David […]
UI study: Don’t let ‘side hustle’ turn you into a jerk at your full-time job
A University of Iowa study might prove to be a teaching moment for anyone who works what’s known as a “side hustle,” or a paid job outside of their full-time […]