Iowa’s Most Common Birds
Scroll down to see the 44 most common birds in Iowa. As someone who has 3 bird feeders mounted on my back deck and one more out front, I was very excited to see how many of the listed birds have visited. I was also surprised by how many of...
County attorneys, one school looks at initial impacts of Iowa’s 2024 absenteeism law
DES MOINES, Iowa — The 2024 chronic absenteeism law outlined a three-tiered system to help keep kids returning to the classroom. First, parents and county attorneys would be notified. If absences continue, then a mandatory meeting would be scheduled with the school to come up with a solution. If that plan wasn't...
Bridge from northeast Iowa to Wisconsin to be closed while new bridge is built
LANSING, Iowa — The Iowa and Wisconsin Departments of Transportation will close and demolish the existing Iowa 9/WIS 82 bridge in fall 2025 to make way for a new bridge over the Mississippi River between Lansing and Crawford County. Project engineers decided on this plan after discussions with state...
Humboldt area farmer announces bid for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District
A Humboldt area farmer is joining the race for Iowa's 4th Congressional District.
Blank Park Zoo welcomes Taro, a baby Japanese macaque
DES MOINES, Iowa — Blank Park Zoo is introducing patrons to the newest member of the zoo family: Taro, a baby Japanese macaque, was born on June 17. The zoo said his mother, Anika, is "showing strong maternal behavior." Taro, whose name is Japanese for “eldest son," is her first baby.
WDM police investigating death of child found unresponsive in car
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Police in West Des Moines are investigating the death of a child who was found unresponsive in a car on July 2nd. Sgt. Dan Wade, Public Information Officer of the West Des Moines Police Department, said police received a report about the unresponsive 18-month-old who had been found in a […]
Iowa casino revenue falls 2.7% year-over-year in June
Iowa casinos generated $136.9 million in revenue in June, down 2.7% from the $140.7 million collected in June 2024. The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission report shows that 11 of the state’s 19 casinos posted revenues lower in June than a year ago. Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino generated the most revenue,...
Authorities investigate death of child found in car in central Iowa
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LISTEN: Iowa Attorney General Bird Talks Reelection, Public Safety During Ottumwa Visit
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird recently provided insights into the ongoing efforts of her office, highlighting key initiatives in public safety, border security, and consumer protection on Saturday afternoon in Ottumwa. A significant focus for Bird’s office is the newly established Cold Case Unit, which is...
Why were there hot air balloons flying over Des Moines Monday morning?
DES MOINES, Iowa — More than 30 hot air balloons took flight over Des Moines Monday morning, putting on a colorful show ahead of the morning commute. The annual Flight Over Des Moines kicked off around 6:30 a.m. The event serves as a preview of the National Balloon Classic,...
