New Episode of 20/20 Looks Back At the Murder of an Eastern Iowa Army...
A recent episode of ABC's 20/20 took a deep dive into the 2008 disappearance and murder of Holley Lynn James, an Iowa-native and army nurse stationed in North Carolina.
Restaurant inspection update: Dead insects, moldy cheese, rotting fruit
In the past month, state and county food inspectors have cited Iowa restaurants and grocery stores for hundreds of food-safety violations. (Photo by Clark Kauffman/Iowa Capital Dispatch) State, city and county inspectors have cited Iowa restaurants and stores for hundreds of food-safety violations during the past...
‘Rare leader who combines gentle humility with courage of a lion’: Ryan Rhodes receives...
The race for Iowa's 4th Congressional District Seat in Congress continues to get national attention through endorsements.
Cost of Iowa homeowners insurance up 273% in 15 years
A new report indicates the rising cost of insurance premiums may drive more Iowans to reduce their coverage or drop insurance altogether — putting pressure on the state’s insurance industry. Ben Murrey is Iowa policy director for the Common Sense Institute, which issued the report. “Probably the primary...
Iowa Outlook: Des Moines, Northern Counties Expect Accumulating Snow Events Nov. 29th–Dec. 5th
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Des Moines, IA – A colder and more active early-winter pattern is expected across Iowa from Nov. 29th through Dec. 5th, bringing multiple rounds of snow across the state as December begins. According to...
Temporary Closure of India Palace: Speculations and Reasons
There has been a recent buzz on social media regarding the temporary closure of a popular local eatery, India Palace. Many patrons have been left wondering about the reasons behind this sudden shutdown.
China buys 1 million tons of soybeans, but farmers say prices still unprofitable
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - China bought nearly 1 million tons of U.S. soybeans in its largest purchase since January. Chad Hart, an economics professor at Iowa State University, said soybean prices have increased over the last couple of weeks. Farmers say prices are now about 5 to 6 percent higher than they were in...
Stories of adaptation five years after the pandemic
On this episode, we continue to study the impacts that the COVID-19 pandemic had on various aspects of life, five years later. Vanessa Miller of The Gazette details how Iowa's colleges and universities weathered changes to enrollment and shifted to virtual learning. IPR employee Nick Brincks and his wife Paige...
Broadway hit ‘Wicked’ set for 2026 Des Moines premiere
DES MOINES, Iowa — “Wicked: For Good” premieres this weekend in theaters across the world, but coming next year, Iowans will have the chance to get a taste of Wicked first-hand. The Broadway musical “Wicked” is hitting the Civic Center in downtown Des Moines Sept. 2-20, 2026. It is one of the most sought after […]
Dallas County Sheriff’s Report November 18-20, 2025
Michael Smith, age 34, 2407 McKinley St, Perry, was arrested for Possession Of Controlled Substance, Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia, Operating While Under The Influence and Driving While License Denied, Suspended, Cancelled Or Revoked. Sarah Faircloth, age 46, 1401 NW 1st St, Ankeny, was arrested on a warrant for...
