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Iowa high school football playoffs 2024: Round of 16 matchups, brackets for all 7 classes

Some words may be mispronounced. Sixteen teams remain in the chase for a state championship in each of the seven Iowa high school football classes. The Iowa High School Athletic Association released updated postseason pairings Saturday morning. Teams are ...

Republican Brad Zaun runs for his sixth Iowa Senate term against Democrat Matt Blake

The results of the November election will show whether Iowa Democrats are able to chip away at the supermajority Republicans hold in the state Senate. In a Des Moines metro district, a longtime GOP Senator is trying to hold off his Democratic challenger.

Man Arrested in Iowa for 2022 Houston Murder of Brother Over Alleged Affair with Victim's Wife

Kyle Coolack was arrested in Iowa for the 2022 murder of his brother, Brad, in Houston, after a manhunt. The crime was linked to a family feud and an affair.

Cedar Rapids Prairie beats Iowa City West up front to close the regular season with a 28-21 win

Cedar Rapids Prairie rushed for 327 yards to beat Iowa City West, 28-21, in the regular-season finale at John Wall Field. This game was won up front, so give mega props to the big uglies, as they call them,

Iowa State’s bells have been ringing for 125 years

The Stanton Memorial Carillon is part of campus life at Iowa State University. The university carillonneur shares her experience playing the instrument every day.

How the ranked Iowa high school football teams fared in Week 9

Here’s how all 71 Iowa high school football teams ranked in this week’s Gazette poll fared in Week 9 games Friday night.

How to track an absentee ballot in Iowa. Here's the last day to mail in your vote

With a little more than a week until the election, here is what you need to know about tracking your absentee ballot for those who are voting early.

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Iowa on Election Day

Iowa has a long history as a presidential battleground state, but when voters cast their ballots in the general election on Nov. 5, it’s the races further down the ballot that may get the most attenti

How to watch Iowa vs. Northwestern: TV channel, streaming info

Iowa and Northwestern play at 3:30 p.m. ET. Iowa has defeated Northwestern three times in the past three matchups. The Wildcats have covered two times in those games, with the teams outpacing the point total on one occasion. Iowa has outscored Northwestern 60 points to 32 in the past three games.

The Audubon-Designated Area in Iowa Where You’ll See Dozens of Bird Species in a Single Afternoon

You’ll find the Yellow River State Forest in Allamakee County in extreme northeastern Iowa – about 40 minutes east of my hometown of Decorah. The closest

One-on-one with Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan

I just like the tradition of Iowa football — a bunch of tough, gritty guys. They get the job done and are tough to go against. Three words that you think describe you as a player? googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.

Hyper Energy Bar to open in Iowa City in November

Hyper Energy Bar is coming to Iowa City with its array customizable energy drinks and coffees. Its first location outside of the Des Moines Metro

From weakness to strength: The Iowa offensive line’s growth and maturity since 2022

Ask Logan Jones about the 2022 season, and the Iowa center’s face flashes red. He lets out a sigh as his eyes drift to the ceiling of the team’s practice facility. “Oh jeez. I don’t,” he lets out through an uneasy smile. His head shakes ...

Over 2,000 noncitizens found on Iowa voting records, some referred to AG for potential prosecution

"It is a felony for noncitizens to either vote or register to vote, and we will work with the authorities to ensure that those who break the law are prosecuted to the fullest extent," Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate said.

Once deemed a ‘danger to the public,’ Iowa psychologist can resume practice

The state of Iowa has agreed to restore the licensing privileges of a psychologist who was deemed a threat to public safety in 2023.

Iowa permit reforms can be a national model

Iowa DNR officers salute during the presentation of colors at the beginning of the Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony at the

Northwestern’s offense needs a jolt against an Iowa defense that’s more vulnerable this season

Northwestern is looking to up its offensive production Saturday at Iowa after totaling only 209 yards in a 23-3 home loss to Wisconsin.

How Iowa Communities are Focusing on Quality of Life

Lori landed in Des Moines not only because of the opportunity with her firm but also because of the city’s high rankings for work-life balance and as a top place to live in the U.S. She enjoys the harmony between its thriving downtown, scenic parks, and focus on collaboration and community.

Southeast Iowa man sentenced to prison on child pornography charges

A southeast Iowa man has been sentenced to prison on child pornography charges. Edward Allen Billheimer, 64, of Burlington, was given the sentence of 151 months in federal prison on Thursday. According to court documents,

Who the ranked Iowa high school football teams face in Week 9

Here’s who all 71 Iowa high school football teams ranked in this week’s Gazette poll face in Week 9 games Friday night.

University of Iowa professors develop camera program to identify abuse

Two University of Iowa professors are working to develop an artificial intelligence camera system that could eventually track and catch child or elder abuse as it happens.

PHOTO GALLERY: Dubuque St. reopens in Iowa City after months of construction

City leaders in Iowa City celebrated the reopening of Dubuque Street after several months of construction and redevelopment work.

Southeast Warren looking for bounce back, Iowa Valley is next

Southeast Warren football enters the 8-player postseason reeling after a grueling end to the regular season that saw the Warhawks face two of the state's top teams.

Milwaukee Admirals beat Iowa Wild, Schaefer scores game-winning goal

DES MOINES, Iowa - Reid Schaefer scored the game-winning goal in the third period to lift the Milwaukee Admirals to a 4-2 win over the Iowa Wild on the road Wednesday. The Admirals have won four straight games and are in first place in the Central Division with eight points (4-1-0-0).

Shannon Lundgren facing challenge from Carolyn Wiezorek in Iowa House District 65

Republican Shannon Lundgren is seeking her fifth term in the Iowa House of Representatives and is facing a challenge from Democrat Carolyn Wiezorek.The two are

Democrat Nate Boulton seeks a third term against Republican challenger Mike Pike in Iowa Senate District 20

This November, the Iowa Senate has 25 seats up for reelection. Nate Boulton is one of five Democratic incumbents who could help determine the balance of the chamber where Republicans currently hold a supermajority.

Iowa State wrestling: Utah Valley transfer Evan Bockman aims to make most of final season

AMES – Make no mistake, Iowa State senior Evan Bockman is proud of his Alaskan roots, but his love and passion for the sport rivals anyone in the wrestling-obsessed state of Iowa. Compared to Iowa, wrestling may not be as popular in the Last Frontier ...

Iowa mDL now on Apple Wallet as list of TSA-eligible digital ID options grows

The addition of Iowa mDLs to Apple Wallet is the latest step in the growing push to offer mDLs as valid ID for travel at TSA checkpoints.

Iowa approaching rest of season week by week after initial postseason goals disappear

With the Hawkeyes now sitting 4-3 after seven games, the team's preseason goals of another Big Ten title game appearance or possible berth to the newly expanded

Iowa attorneys group to host free judicial retention webinar

The Iowa State Bar Association will host a free, live webinar on Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 2 to 3 p.m. to educate the public on the judicial retention election.

Utility giant eyes restart of Iowa nuclear plant

NextEra Energy CEO John Ketchum says data center growth is driving demand for power from the retired Duane Arnold plant.

Iowa fire departments struggle with the need for more volunteers

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - According to the National Volunteer Fire Council, Iowa is down 20% in volunteer firefighters; when a fire department gets stretched thin, it could lead to calls going unanswered. ”There are fire departments that miss calls..

3 keys, score prediction for Iowa football against Northwestern in 2024

In each of Northwestern’s three wins this season, the Wildcats scored first. In Northwestern’s lone Big Ten win — the 37-10 win over Maryland — the Wildcats built a 17-0 lead within the first 20 minutes of game action.

What is E. coli? Some Iowa McDonald's pull Quarter Pounders after reported case

A "fast-moving" outbreak of E. coli linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders has spread to 10 states including Iowa, leaving dozens sick and one dead.

Iowa’s insurance major named top ten program

In the wake of recent natural disasters like Hurricane Milton and Helene, and more local incidents including various field fires in Johnson County, insurance remains a critical aspect of business and everyday life.

Iowa women's basketball: How five Hawkeyes freshmen can make impacts in Year 1

Five freshmen enter the Iowa women's basketball fold this year. Here's how all can make an impact in Year 1 for the Hawkeyes.

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