Weather
Winter Storm Threatens Northern Iowa with Blizzard Conditions
Forecasters warn of heavy snow, strong winds, and hazardous travel this weekend.
Iowa Sees First Thunderstorms of Season
Rainfall totals vary across the state
Northwest Iowa Sees Near-Record Dry February
Unusually warm temperatures compound drought conditions in the region
Lifestyle
Central Iowa Philanthropy Awards Nominations Open
Honoring exceptional dedication to giving back in the region
Des Moines' Best Zero-Proof Cocktails to Try Now
Bartenders in Iowa's capital city are redefining the nonalcoholic drinking scene with creative mocktails.
Winfield-Mount Union Students Showcase Art at Des Moines Show
Two high school artists selected to display work at annual Youth Art Month exhibit
Health
Iowa Bill Aims to Solidify Private Medicaid System
Legislation would limit state's ability to expand or change program in the future
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Iowa Backyard Flock
State and federal agencies confirm H5N1 HPAI case in Washington County
Meteorologist Diagnosed with Bulbar-Onset ALS After Noticing Speech Changes
Jeriann Ritter, a 20-year veteran meteorologist, opens up about her unexpected ALS diagnosis and early symptoms.
Science
Harkin Institute Calls for Moratorium on New CAFOs, Increased Monitoring to Improve Iowa Water Quality
Report recommends enforceable policies to address agricultural runoff and protect public health in Des Moines and Raccoon River watersheds.
Athene Watershed26 Summit to Address Water Quality in Mississippi River Basin
Cross-sector collaboration and innovative solutions sought to tackle agricultural runoff and flooding challenges
Iowa Water Advocates Threaten Lawsuit Over Polluted Rivers
Coalition plans to sue EPA over decision to remove polluted waterways from protected list
Crime
Escaped Inmate Tyreed Small Sought by Police
26-year-old convicted robber failed to return to work release program in Des Moines
Single-vehicle crash closes multiple I-80 eastbound lanes
Investigation underway after incident near Des Moines
Iowa AG's Office Offers Grants for Victim Services
Funding opportunities aim to support organizations that help crime victims and hold offenders accountable.
