Economics
Iowa Gas Prices Rise Slightly as Crude Oil Climbs
Diesel and heating fuel prices also see increases in the state this week.
Iowa Fuel Prices Edge Higher in Latest Report
Gas and diesel costs rise slightly, while natural gas prices decline
Iowa Gas Prices Rise 4 Cents to $2.54 Average
Statewide average up from previous week's price
Lifestyle
East High School Earns National Counseling Program Recognition
Des Moines school receives prestigious RAMP designation from American School Counselor Association
Iowa National Guard Soldier Surprises Kids After 10-Month Deployment
Sgt. 1st Class Nathan Bruch reunited with his five children at school and daycare.
Iowa House Proposes 2.25% Increase in School Funding
Amendment would provide $180 more per student, but educators say more is needed to keep up with inflation.
Politics
Iowa's Water Crisis Could Sway 2026 Midterm Elections
Voters in key congressional districts prioritize clean water, reshaping the political landscape.
Mitchellville Fills Vacant Council Seats, Restores Quorum
Three new members join the city council after special election.
Trump's Isolation Grows as World Moves On Without U.S.
One year into Trump's second term, the U.S. is becoming increasingly isolated from the rest of the world as its economy weakens.
Sports
Former MLS Stars Lace Up for Iowa's Des Moines Menace
Retired players Sacha Kljestan and Benny Feilhaber join the amateur team's quest for US Open Cup glory.
Drake Basketball Coach Breaks Down Loss to UNI
Eric Henderson discusses team's defeat on Sunday
Drake women's basketball ends losing streak, takes down Indiana State
Bulldogs snap five-game skid with 88-70 victory over Sycamores in tense matchup
Health
Two Iowa Nursing Homes Added to Federal List of Worst Facilities
Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center and Grundy Care Center cited for resident abuse and regulatory violations
Des Moines Cosmetic Dentistry Center Earns Invisalign Gold Provider Status
The practice delivers precision orthodontic care with advanced clear aligner technology.
Iowa Advances Bill Allowing Over-the-Counter Ivermectin, Restricting SNAP
Legislation also codifies waivers for federal nutrition programs and bans certain food dyes in school meals.
