Des Moines IA

(KWQC) - An Iowa House bill could ban coal plant operators and coal ash landfills from discharging toxic pollutants into waterways by 2029. Coal-fired power plants leave behind wastewater after generating electricity, and scientists say it could end up in drinking water supplies. Coal ash contains heavy metals...

ALLEMAN, Iowa — Authorities say several acres, along with multiple hay bales, burned Friday during a grass fire in Alleman. Reports say the fire started up around 3:30 p.m. along the 13000 block of NE 6th Street, south of North Polk High School. Ankeny Fire Department was called to the scene, with brush truck...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Des Moines, IA – If you’ve felt unexpectedly dizzy, lightheaded, or unusually tired this spring, safety officials in Iowa say it may be worth checking more than your sleep schedule or daily stress....

Jalen Adams tosses a no-hitter in her first start for Arizona.

Iowa legislator Catelin Drey had surgery to address uterine cancer last week, and has now announced she has been deemed cancer free. Drey told Siouxland Public Media that the partial hysterectomy surgery on January 27 was a success, as a doctor said she needs no extra treatments such as chemotherapy.

Sometimes the most extraordinary culinary experiences are hiding in the most unassuming places – like down an alley in Ottumwa, Iowa, where the Canteen Lunch in the Alley has been serving up loose meat sandwiches that would make any fast food chain executive weep with envy. You know those...

The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation filed charges against two inmates for allegedly attempting to kill two workers at the Iowa State Penitentiary last month.

HB 5400 would put Illinois on permanent standard time once Missouri and Iowa get exemptions

Natural Grocers will celebrate Iowa Day Feb. 8-10 at its six Iowa stores with free reusable tote bags and $5-off coupons for {N}power members, the Lakewood, Colorado-based organic and natural grocery retailer announced Feb. 5. The celebration honors Iowa Statehood Day and marks the company’s nearly nine-year presence...

Iowa is gearing up to see another burger and craft beer restaurant enter the state for the first time. Ford's Garage , a 1920s-themed restaurant chain inspired by The Ford Motor Company, is eyeing several Iowa cities as part of its latest expansion. Where could Ford's Garage open restaurants in Iowa? The restaurant...