Experts thrilled after documenting first-of-its-kind record of rare aquatic species: ‘Truly remarkable’
During a sampling of fish in the Des Moines River near Ottumwa, Iowa, the state’s Department of Natural…
Iowa women’s basketball gives a unique focus on 4-star freshman center
As the 2025-26 Iowa women’s basketball season swiftly approaches, the program gave a unique spotlight to highly-touted, four-star…
Full day’s work went into pursuing Des Moines’ big snake report; so far, no serpent found
In early August, a Facebook post excited the Waterbury neighborhood.A local resident glimpsed what looked to be a…
Repairs on a downtown sinkhole, Elkhorn school board meeting today, construction around town
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – First Alert 6 has the headlines you need to know to get your Monday…
Hall of Fame coach George Raveling, 88, dies after cancer battle
George Raveling, a Hall of Fame basketball coach who played a role in Michael Jordan signing a landmark…
Iowa superfan Hawkeye Elvis has left the building
Beloved Hawkeye Elvis hangs up jumpsuit and pompadour wig KICKOFF. EVERY SINGLE CY-HAWK SHOWDOWN WE CAN COUNT ON…
James Patterson offers new writers up to $50,000 to finish their books
After years of giving millions of dollars to literacy programs, bookstore employees and librarians, James Patterson has now…
Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa confirms she will not run for reelection in 2026
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst said Tuesday that she will not seek reelection next…
Purdue basketball lands top-150 recruit who recently relocated to Indiana. What to know
WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue basketball has added more potency to future lineups. Jacob Webber, a 6-foot-6 wing, committed…
Kirk Ferentz moves into tie as Big Ten’s all-time winningest coach as Iowa defeats Albany 34-7
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Xavier Williams rushed for 122 yards and a touchdown, and Kirk Ferentz moved…
Saturday’s Powerball drawing worth $1 billion
DETROIT (AP) — This could buy a lot of Labor Day weekend sunblock: Saturday’s Powerball jackpot is estimated…
8 freshmen you have to watch in women’s college basketball this season
Rookie seasons in women’s college basketball can be unpredictable. Sometimes overhyped players can disappoint, while under-the-radar recruits can…