Carter Lake Dam holds steady after breach was reported at Polk County lake
The National Weather Service issued a flash flood watch shortly before 10:30 p.m. because of the dam's leak and potential failure.
1970’s-era rock band’s farewell tour includes a 2026 stop in Des Moines
DES MOINES, Iowa (KCRG) – Legendary rock band Journey is bringing their farewell tour to Des Moines in the spring. The iconic band will perform at Casey’s Center on April 8 as part of their “Final Frontier Tour.” The tour announcement marks Journey’s farewell after decades of touring.
Oct. 9, 2025 police reports
––––– Robert M. Jones, Osceola, was arrested Sept. 28 at 116 E. Webster St. for violation of a no contact/protective order. According to court documents, on Sept. 28 Osceola police officers observed Jones in violation of his no contact order at The Broken Spoke; both Jones and the protected party were seated next to...
Windy and chilly Sunday in Iowa, but temperatures to rise
DES MOINES, Iowa — It has proved to be a windy and chilly Sunday across the state with gusts in excess of 30 mph at times and in spots. On Saturday the northern portion of the state saw the first flurries of the year, however most if it didn’t stick due to warm grounds temps. […]
Where is the Biggest Tree in All of Iowa? Look to the North
In a state with so many trees, did you know Iowa still ranks low in forest coverage? The numbers may surprise you.
Court: Tyler Zeuthen Pleads Not Guilty in Death of Ames Child
AMES, Iowa — A Marshalltown man accused of beating a child to death in Ames last year has entered a not guilty plea. Court records show 24-year-old Tyler Lee Zeuthen filed the plea earlier this week ahead of his scheduled arraignment on Monday, November 10. Follow Us on Facebook and NewsBreak According to Ames...
Authorities investigating after truck strikes Pagliai’s Pizza in Johnston
JOHNSTON, Iowa — The Johnston Police Department responded to Pagliai’s Pizza after a truck crashed into the business Sunday afternoon. WHO staff on the scene say the incident occurred around 5 p.m. when a white truck crashed into the front of Pagliai’s Pizza, located along Merle Hay Road, in Johnston. Authorities...
ISU to build new Pet Cancer Clinic for companion animals
Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is moving forward with a $7.5 million expansion to its Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center (LVMC): the ISU Pet Cancer Clinic, a new facility designed to enhance cancer treatment, research and education for companion animals across the Midwest. The project, slated to...
North Iowa Outdoors: New Habitat Breaks Ground
Ground was broken Thursday at the state’s largest zoo on an $18-million expansion called Wild Iowa, which will showcase various species that are all native to Iowa. Alex Payne, spokesman for Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, says it’ll be their first installation for bobcats, and nearby they’ll build a new habitat for...
Hy-Vee Extends Affordable $3 Meal Deal Through November 14
Hy-Vee, a popular supermarket chain, has announced the extension of its $3 meal deal through November 14th. The deal includes a variety of meals throughout the week, served at specific times. The menu for the week includes a breakfast buffet on Saturday and Sunday, chicken alfredo on Monday, a choice of chicken or...
