Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds Introduces ‘Farm to Faucet’ Water Quality Package
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced a water quality funding package Friday that she said will move existing funding and add additional funds to renovate and expand water quality infrastructure across the state. Reynolds announced the proposal during a news conference, alongside Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig, lawmakers and leaders from...
2 seriously injured in Bondurant crash involving dump truck
BONDURANT, Iowa — Two people were seriously injured in a crash involving a dump truck and a car near Bondurant Sunday afternoon. The crash occurred around 3 p.m. at the intersection of NE 56th Street and NE 94th Avenue, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office. Officials said the...
Des Moines police safely locate missing woman with early-onset dementia
DES MOINES, Iowa — UPDATE: Des Moines police have safely located the woman previously reported missing Sunday morning. "She has been connected with the appropriate resources to care for her," police said in a press release. "Thank you to all who remained vigilant during her absence." ORIGINAL STORY:. Des...
Iowa Seniors: The $24,480 Income Limit That Determines Eligibility for Key 2026 Benefits
If you’re an Iowa senior planning for 2026, one number could quietly impact your benefits more than anything else: $24,480. This figure isn’t random—it’s the...
Deadly single-vehicle crash reported on I-35/80 in Urbandale
URBANDALE, Iowa — One person is dead following a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 35/80 early Sunday morning. Urbandale Police told WHO 13 News the crash occurred around 2:45 a.m., in the northbound lanes of I-35/80, between the Hickman and Douglas interchange. The Iowa Department of Transportation and Urbandale Police closed off that part of the […]
Governor will sign ‘Iowa MAHA’ bill into law
Statewide, Iowa – A bill that includes a wide range of health-related topics is headed to Governor Kim Reynolds’ desk. It includes many of her own proposals, like requiring banning certain food dyes and additives in food served in Iowa schools and requiring Iowa medical students to complete 40 hours of coursework on nutrition and how the human body converts food into energy.
Nearly 150 animals rescued after fire at Des Moines reptile sanctuary
DES MOINES, Iowa — Almost 150 animals were saved following a fire at a Des Moines reptile sanctuary on Friday night. A fire started in Spock's Sanctuary deep quarantine room soon after closing late Friday night, the owners said in a Facebook post. Although the fire was caught before...
Rain, Damaging Wind, Hail To Start The Week In Midwest
There is a chance of more severe storms in the forecast for parts of the Midwest to start this week. Heavy rainfall is possible Sunday afternoon for parts of Ohio, but more of the severe storms are possible late Sunday and into Monday for parts of Missouri and Illinois. The severe threat extends to include cities like Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago, Indianapolis and...
Norwalk Schools Report Stable Finances Following Budget Approval
The Norwalk Community School District remains in a strong financial position following recent action on its certified budget. District leaders say the budget process moved forward without major changes, reflecting steady enrollment trends and consistent financial planning. Norwalk Schools Superintendent Shawn Holloway tells KNIA News the district continues to see stability in its overall financial outlook.
Iowa State gets a commitment from 2027 TE Joe Vinyard
Iowa State earned another commitment to its 2027 recruiting class in Waukee Northwest 3-star TE Joe Vinyard. The 6-foot-5, 220-pound Waukee, Iowa native is the seventh commitment to Jimmy Rogers’ 2027 class and the third commitment out of the state of Iowa, joining OL Will Slagle (4-star) and RB Isaiah Hansen (3-star).
