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Sioux City native Chris McGowan makes candidacy for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District official
SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - After announcing his campaign in late June, a Sioux City native has officially filed for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District. Chris McGowan, the president of the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce, launched his campaign on Wednesday,...

'Do anything to help save lives': Iowa's hands-free law goes into effect
THIS HOLIDAY WEEKEND. WE’VE BEEN FOLLOWING THE PROGRESS OF IOWA’S HANDS-FREE LAW FOR MONTHS. TODAY, IT FINALLY GOES INTO FULL EFFECT. THE LAW RESTRICTS DRIVERS FROM HAVING ELECTRONIC DEVICES LIKE A CELL PHONE, IN THEIR HAND WHILE THEY’RE BEHIND...

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Iowa County in week ending June 21
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There were five gas stations in cities across Iowa County selling regular...

Iowa weather: Flood watch for parts of Polk, Dallas counties; tornado touches down in Humboldt County
Ongoing strong to severe storms will continue for much of Iowa for the next several hours. Interactive Radar | Weather Alerts Here's what you need to know: Watch video of tornado in Humboldt CountyJeff Habben with Humboldt County Secondary...

UScellular breaks world record in Des Moines for longest temporary mini golf hole
KAYLA, THANK YOU. PEPPER. WELL NEW AT SIX. AND THIS IS PRETTY COOL. A GUINNESS WORLD RECORD WAS BROKEN RIGHT HERE IN DES MOINES THIS AFTERNOON. U.S. CELLULAR NOW HOLDS THE TITLE FOR THE LONGEST TEMPORARY MINI GOLF HOLE AT 506FT. THAT BREAKS THE...

Iowa weather: Flood watch for parts of Polk, Dallas counties; tornado touches down in Humboldt County
Storms blew through central and north central Iowa earlier this evening, some causing severe thunderstorm warnings. An apparent tornado even touched down in Humboldt County.Interactive Radar | Weather Alerts Here's what you need to know: Watch...

Iowa weather: Flood watch for parts of Polk, Dallas counties; tornado touches down in Humboldt County
Storms blew through central and north central Iowa earlier this evening, some causing severe thunderstorm warnings. An apparent tornado even touched down in Humboldt County.Interactive Radar | Weather Alerts Here's what you need to know: Watch...

Ruth Suckow traveling exhibit to visit West Point library
The West Point Public Library is pleased to host the Ruth Suckow Traveling Exhibit from July 7 to Aug. 2, 2025. The exhibit will be available for viewing during the library’s regular operating hours and offers a unique opportunity to learn about...

Measles Case Count At Half-Dozen in Iowa
Home/Local News/Measles Case Count At Half-Dozen in Iowa As of last Friday (06.27), the number of confirmed cases of measles in Iowa stood at six. Chickasaw County Public Health Administrator Lisa Welter notes that the first case reported in May...
Eastern Iowa Airport to host direct flights to select Iowa football games
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Fans wanting to travel to catch some Hawkeye football games now have another option to get there, as the Eastern Iowa airport works with Delta and American to offer direct flights for select games. For Iowa fans looking to...

University of Iowa's Paul Federici retires after over two decades
Paul Federici has announced his retirement after a 21-year tenure with the University of Iowa football program. He completed his 16th year as director of football operations in 2025, having previously served as director of athletic training...
As Iowa’s Paul Federici retires, he leaves legacy of mentorship, steady leadership
The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. IOWA CITY — A passionate Iowa football fan got a hold of Paul Federici’s phone number “probably a week or two or three” after the Hawkeyes returned...

Eastern Iowa Airport Offering Direct Flights to Select Iowa Games
Die-hard Iowa Hawkeye football fans looking to follow the team on the road this season have a new travel option thanks to the Eastern Iowa Airport! CBS2 reports that the Eastern Iowa Airport is working with Delta and American Airlines to offer...

Part two of Gloria’s camping column
Southeast Iowa Union offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. After spreading our sleeping bags across the grass I got out a natural product to aid with sound sleep. I smiled to myself, “This should...

A lawn watering ban in the Des Moines area brings treatment capacity plans to the forefront
The Des Moines area’s first-ever lawn watering ban has been in effect for over a week. Central Iowa Water Works (CIWW) said compliance reduced demand by over 30%, allowing the regional utility to keep pace with nitrate removal and meet federal...

Few anti-discrimination protections remain for transgender Iowans
As of July 1, transgender and nonbinary Iowans no longer have state civil rights protections. Previously illegal forms of gender identity discrimination in housing, employment, credit practices, public accommodation and education are no longer...

Iowans Warned Not to Eat Recalled Chicken Alfredo Meals
There are always recalls to be aware of. Some can be minor, others more urgent. This one is pretty important to be aware of, because there have been deaths associated with the recalled product. The United States Department of Agriculture, or USDA,...

Chaos at National Speech and Debate Tournament in Des Moines leaves students shaken
What was meant to be a celebration of the country’s top young speakers turned into a terrifying scene at the Iowa Events Center Thursday afternoon.During the final round of the National Speech and Debate Tournament, a man rushed the stage and...

Iowa small business owners meet lawmakers in Washington
Iowa small business owners recently traveled to Washington, D.C. under the leadership of NFIB Iowa State Executive Director Matt Everson. The visit was part of the 2025 NFIB Fly-In, where members met with several lawmakers from Iowa. The...

The Most Peaceful Place in Every U.S. State, According to Travelers
America is a land of contrast, and each state has its own unique character and stories to tell. Across the vast American landscapes lies the most peaceful place in every U.S. state that travelers have discovered and experienced. It's a mix of...