Feenstra formally launches 2026 campaign for governor
Republican Congressman Randy Feenstra made it official today. He’s running for governor. Feenstra formed an exploratory committee in May to raise money for the race, but kicked his campaign off […]
Harmful insect is found in Iowa and it may have a taste for corn, soybeans
An invasive insect that gobbles a wide host of plants, trees and crops is now confirmed in Iowa and it’s feared there’s scarcely anything that can stop it from spreading. […]
Steen says State of Iowa should oversee Des Moines School District
Adam Steen, a Republican candidate for governor, says the state should take control of the Des Moines School District. The district’s superintendent was arrested by immigration agents a month ago […]
Ernst says credit card misuse in gov’t must be addressed
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst says it’s time to impose more oversight of the credit cards federal employees use to make purchases and manage transactions for government agencies. “In March, the […]
With winter approaching, Iowans make plans to set sail for sunny shores
November will arrive Saturday, and as colder weather looms, many Iowans like to dream of warmer climates. It’s projected nearly 22-million Americans will take a cruise next year, what would […]
Elected Iowa GOP officials oppose ending US Senate filibuster
Members of Iowa’s congressional delegation are rejecting one avenue for ending the federal government shutdown. There are 53 Republicans in the Senate — more than enough to pass the House […]
Pheasants flourished after being introduced in Iowa more than 100 years ago
The 100th pheasant season opened Saturday in Iowa for a sport that Iowa DNR wildlife biologist Todd Bogenschutz says had a humble start. The first pheasants were released from William […]
Radio Iowa High School Football Poll 10/27/25
Final Class 5A 1. Dowling Catholic (8-1), LW #1 vs Waterloo West 2. Iowa City Liberty (8-1), LW #2 vs Waukee 3. Sioux City East (8-1), LW #3 vs Dallas […]
ISU is building a computer game to help first responders during disasters
Engineers at Iowa State University are developing a computer game to help emergency responders think on their feet in crisis situations. In the game, players are assigned to different roles […]
Iowa banks start to restrict access to pennies, as production ends soon
At least one Iowa-based bank is telling its customers they can no longer get rolls or boxes of pennies, and checks that don’t end in a zero or five will […]