Iowa’s early corn, soybean planting slightly ahead of last year
The U.S.D.A. Ag report shows farmers got started on planting, but wet weather and storms slowed up some of the progress. The report shows 18% of the projected corn crop […]
Iowa school ‘safety assessment teams’ bill sent to governor
The legislature has sent the governor a bill to let schools assemble “safety assessment teams” that could share information about students who might pose a threat. Republican Senator Dan Dawson […]
Stolen ‘Hawkeye colors’ car the subject of a police search
Authorities in central Iowa are asking the public for help in spotting a distinctive — and stolen — vehicle. The 2017 Dodge Charger is bright yellow with a black hood, […]
Iowa event to raise awareness, research funds for one of the deadliest cancers
One of the most lethal types of cancer is the focus of an event in central Iowa this weekend that will gather survivors from all corners of the state, along […]
Iowa’s Community Colleges see a slight increase in emrollment
The Iowa Department of Education’s Community College Bureau Chief Amy Gieseke says there were 119,310 students enrolled in the 15 schools in 2024. “This is a slight uptick, 1.8% over […]
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 […]