Department of Education finds error in calculating graduation rates
The State Department of Education is updating some of its previously reported high school graduation rates. The Education Department announced today that the data used to calculate the graduation rates […]
Seven charged in Sioux City prostitution sting
Sioux City police say seven men were charged in a recent prostitution sting. Sergeant Tom Gill says the Special Police Investigations Unit conducted the sting at a local hotel on […]
Law clarifies county jurisdiction in some drug overdose cases
A new policy going into effect this summer clarifies the prosecution of cases when illegal drugs acquired in one county lead to a person’s overdose in another county. Representative Jon […]
Iowa’s governor says law enforcement’s ready if pro-Palestinian protests cross the line
Governor Kim Reynolds says unlawful activity will not be tolerated during the three days of pro-Palestinian demonstrations planned on the University of Iowa campus. The group sponsoring the gatherings does […]
Congresswoman Hinson speaks out against anti-semitic college demonstrations
Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, a Republican of Marion says the anti-semitic demonstrations on college campuses need to stop. “As a former journalist I do believe in protecting free speech, including […]
Iowa Congressman Feenstra treated for blood clot in his leg
Earlier today Iowa Congressman Randy Feenstra had surgery to treat a blood clot in his leg. According to a statement posted on social media, Feenstra had “a scheduled, outpatient surgery […]
Ankeny burger named best for 2024
An Ankeny establishment is the winner of this year’s “Best Burger contest. J J’s Bar and Grill co-owner Mike Roberts says he changed the name and added burgers to the […]
Highway upgrade in Iowa Great Lakes to be done by Labor Day
A major road upgrade in the Iowa Great Lakes region is ahead of schedule. Iowa DOT engineer Darwin Bishop says the goal is for out-of-town motorists on Highway 71 to […]
Governor requests quick federal disaster declaration for 9 counties after tornadoes
The Governor is requesting an expedited Presidential Disaster Declaration for nine Iowa counties hit by the severe storms and tornadoes on April 26th. The governor is asking for funding from […]
Weather won’t stop Pella Tulip festival from another colorful run
The annual Pella Tulip Festival gets underway today as the community celebrates its Dutch heritage. Pella Historical Museum executive director, Jessi Galligan says they’ve survived the recent warmer and wetter. […]
