Iowa farm group studies using less fertilizer while keeping yields high
Midwestern corn growers are testing whether they can use less fertilizer and still maintain yields or improve their bottom line through on-farm research trials. It’s part of an ongoing project […]
Bill lets Iowa farmers disable diesel exhaust systems on farm equipment
The Iowa House has passed a bill with new state restrictions on farm implement companies, so the owners of tractors and combines could repair the diesel exhaust fluid systems on […]
Sherman is first Iowa GOP candidate for governor to file nominating petitions
Brad Sherman, a pastor from Williamsburg who’s a candidate for governor, has filed the paperwork to get on the Republican Primary ballot this June. To qualify for the primary, statewide […]
Identities released for 3 people found dead in Mason City home
Police have identified the three people found dead in a north Iowa home Saturday evening. Mason City Police Chief Mike McKelvey says the dead are 33-year-old Morgan Lee Tarr, 39-year-old […]
Bill would impact prior authorization process for Iowa patients
Supporters say a bill working its way through the Iowa Senate could speed up the process insurance companies and government-run insurance programs require before approving a patient’s medical treatment. Seth […]
Report shows economic impact of state universities on Iowa
A detailed study on the economic impact of Iowa State University, the University of Iowa and the University of Northern Iowa on the state was presented to the Board of […]
Creighton survey: Tariffs are hurting agriculture, manufacturing
A survey of manufacturing supply managers in Iowa and eight other Midwestern states finds the tariffs enacted by President Trump last year are causing wide-reaching financial troubles for many American […]
Governor’s bill changes state funding of Iowa counties’ VA offices
Governor Kim Reynolds’ bill to restructure state funding for county veterans services has cleared one committee in the Iowa Senate and is eligible for debate in the Senate Appropriations Committee. […]
UI center works to meet rising demand for treatment of eating disorders
Eating disorders are among the most prevalent and dangerous mental health concerns for Iowa teenagers, and specialized treatment options in the state are limited. The University of Iowa’s Scanlan Center […]
Central Iowa homeowner shoots, wounds intruder
Des Moines police say a woman is jailed after being shot during a weekend incident. Responding to a 911 call late Saturday, Des Moines police found an intruder had been […]