Health
Iowa Governor Proposes Smoking Tax Hike
Reynolds cites high lung cancer rates as reason for new taxes on cigarettes and vaping products.
Iowa Lawmakers Aim to Restrict Teen Tanning, Boost Pediatric Cancer Research
New bills target rising melanoma rates and lack of funding for childhood cancer treatments.
Iowa Begins $78.6M Rural Health Care Funding Distribution
Funds will go toward medical equipment and provider recruitment in rural areas
Business
IPR Director Retiring After Guiding Station Through Tough Times
Myrna Johnson will step down in July after 12 years leading Iowa Public Radio.
Iowa Spray Foam Pros Expands Expert Insulation Solutions Across Central Iowa
A trusted local insulation provider brings advanced spray foam options to metal buildings and commercial properties in Des Moines and surrounding communities.
Small Business Owners in Iowa Share Succession and Growth Tips
As baby boomers retire, a wave of small business ownership transfers is underway, presenting both challenges and opportunities.
Crime
Iowa Offers Free Ring Cameras to Domestic Violence Survivors
Partnership between state, Amazon, and domestic violence coalition provides security devices to victims
Des Moines Attorney Fights License Revocation Over Ethics Violations
Valerie Cramer accused of 'fleecing' clients and making 'preposterous' claims about the judiciary
Faribault Woman Sentenced 35 Years For Killing 76-Year-Old
Arlene Theresa Bell pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the 2024 death of Gary Lehmeyer.
Lifestyle
Central Iowa Rescue Pups Shine at Puppy Bowl Watch Party
Paws and Pints in Des Moines hosted an event featuring four puppies from AHeinz 57 Pet Rescue & Transport.
Des Moines Nonprofit Proposes Transitional Housing in Newton
Central Iowa Shelter and Services plans to build duplexes on city-owned lots to help people in need.
Spiritual Leaders Share Quotes That Sustain Them in Hard Times
From Biblical scripture to Buddhist teachings, these enduring words offer guidance and grounding.
Weather
Iowa Counties No Longer Under Drought Designation
Improved conditions in January lead to removal of drought watches and moderate drought designations across the state.
Chilly Iowa Sees Slight Snow Chances This Weekend
After a frigid start, temperatures will climb but remain cold ahead of potential light snowfall on Sunday.
Punxsutawney Phil's Accuracy Rated at 35% Over 20 Years
Other groundhog weather forecasters outperform the famous Pennsylvania rodent, analysis finds.
