UI astronomer hopes new telescope will unlock some universal mysteries
Many space scientists in Iowa are thrilled after seeing the first high-resolution images being released this week from the mountaintop Rubin Observatory in Chile, taken by the largest digital camera […]
It’ll soon be illegal to have a cell phone in hand while driving in Iowa
Starting Tuesday, July 1, it will be illegal for Iowa motorists to hold a cell phone, scroll through it or watch videos on it while driving. “This new ‘hands free’ […]
Drought conditions improve in latest report
The latest Drought Monitor shows continued improvement in the state following more rain. The monitor shows 45% of the state has no drought conditions, that’s up from 31% last week. […]
Hormel accuses competitor Johnsonville of trying to steal trade secrets
Hormel Foods has named a long time manager at its Algona plant in a lawsuit accusing a competitor of trying to steal trade secrets. The lawsuit claims that in 2023 […]
Some Iowans may need a refresher course in lightning safety
Plenty of thunderstorms have rolled over Iowa lately and the experts at the National Weather Service are offering some reminders about the dangers of lightning. Meteorologist Ashley Bury says it’s […]
Auditor’s Office releases review of Waterloo investment in grocery store
The State Auditor’s Office is recommending that the City of Waterloo update its conflict of interest policy after a city employee was “part owner” of a grocery store that got […]
Drake’s Koloseus leaves for Arizona
Drake Track & Field and Cross Country Coach Jay Koloseus has departed his post in Des Moines to become an Assistant Track & Field Coach at the University of Arizona. […]
Virtual Iowa driver’s license now available in Google wallet
You can now add a virtual copy of your driver’s license to the Google wallet app on your phone. The Iowa DOT’s Toni Smith says it’s a simple process. “All […]
Iowan Whitson starts historic 5th research mission aboard space station
The population of the International Space Station rose to 11 this morning as Iowa native Peggy Whitson and her three crewmates floated through the hatch and were welcomed aboard the […]
Southern Iowa state park reopens to campers after destructive 2022 tornado
Red Haw State Park is reopening its campground next week, more than three years after a powerful tornado tore through the southern Iowa park near Chariton. Chad Kelchen, a district […]
