Iowa House GOP plans anti-crime package
House Speaker Pat Grassley says Republicans in the Iowa House will seek longer prison sentences for people who’ve previously been convicted of violent crimes. “As we’ve seen lawlessness take over […]
Eastern Iowa man claims $1 million Powerball prize
An eastern Iowa man was at the Iowa Lottery’s main office in central Iowa today to claim a $1 million prize. Iowa Lottery officials announced this afternoon that William Zak […]
Iowa deer hunters are warned about the dangers of tree stands
A national study shows falls from tree stands are now the leading cause of injury for deer hunters, even exceeding the risk of gunshot wounds. With more than 100,000 deer […]
Iowa deer hunters are warned about the dangers of tree stands
A national study shows falls from tree stands are now the leading cause of injury for deer hunters, even exceeding the risk of gunshot wounds. With more than 100,000 deer […]
Public comment period opens Tuesday for switch at Cedar Rapids power plant
A public hearing is scheduled next month as state officials review plans to switch a power plant into Cedar Rapids that’s been fueled with coal to natural gas. Alliant Energy’s […]
Iowa artists are needed for statewide celebration of community, conservation
Iowa’s largest zoo is preparing to launch its first-ever statewide art project to celebrate 60 years in operation. Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines is sponsoring Roar & Explore, which […]
Hear Radio Iowa’s top news stories for 2025
Listen to a three-minute summary of Iowa’s top news stories of 2025 below, anchored by Radio Iowa’s Matt Kelley: After repeated rejections, Cedar Rapids won a state license for a […]
Shifting focus in State of Iowa’s manufacturing incentives
Iowa Economic Development Authority Director Debi Durham says in today’s economy — and with a limited pool of workers as Iowa’s population ages — state incentives for manufacturers are being […]
Taking it easy on the treats can bring Iowans a heathier holiday
Many Iowans will be sitting down to fabulous family feasts today while the amount and types of foods you eat can have a big impact on how you feel. Jade […]
Christmas has been a state holiday in Iowa for 163 years
The Iowa Legislature declared Christmas as an official state holiday in 1862 — eight years before Congress declared Christmas a federal holiday. Michael Swanger is editor of the Iowa History […]