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Iowa vouchers drive inequality

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds greets school children before signing a bill that creates education savings accounts, Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023,

Texas Tech tries to contain Rocco Becht, No. 11 Iowa State

Texas Tech started its Big 12 Conference schedule strong, winning three straight, but now head to Ames, Iowa, on a two-game losing streak to face No. 11 Iowa State.

What to know about Lassa fever after Iowa resident dies of the rare disease

An Iowa resident is dead after contracting a suspected case of Lassa fever in West Africa earlier this month, the CDC said. Here's what you need to know.

Woman’s claim father killed, buried dozens in Iowa gets new look

Donald Studey died in 2013. But his memory is kept bizarrely alive by a daughter, whose allegations he killed as many as 100 people and buried some, mostly women, in

BYU moves past Iowa State to top Big 12 football power rankings

Brigham Young moved past Iowa State to top the Big 12 Conference football power rankings. See where ASU and Arizona placed on the list.

Iowa resident dies of rare Lassa fever, officials say

A resident of eastern Iowa who had recently traveled to West Africa died after catching Lassa fever, state officials said Monday. The virus, which is in the same viral hemorrhagic fever category as Ebola, is rarely seen in the United States. The Iowa ...

Iowa resident dies of suspected West African virus that can cause permanent hearing loss

Lassa fever can cause permanent hearing loss and deafness among patients with both mild and severe cases. About 1 in 3 cases experience various levels of hearing loss, according to the CDC.

Mike Klimesh in reelection bid against Brian Bruening in Iowa Senate District 32

Republican Mike Klimesh is running for a second term in the Iowa Senate against Democrat Brian Bruening in Senate District 32 which covers Allamakee, Clayton, H

Iowa football vs. Wisconsin: How to watch the Hawkeyes' next game

Oklahoma transfer Tawee Walker has taken over the Wisconsin backfield in recent weeks, tallying 22 or more carries in each of the last three games. He has scored nine touchdowns in Big Ten play. Iowa is a 3.5-point favorite, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The total is set at 41.5 points.

Iowa's new abortion law sees over 750 women travel for care in three months

Iowa is now grappling with the effects of its six-week abortion ban, enacted three months ago.This law prohibits abortions once a fetal heartbeat is detected,

Lassa fever suspected in Iowa resident's death; CDC investigates rare case

A suspected case of Lassa fever has claimed the life of an Iowa resident who recently returned from West Africa, prompting an investigation.;

Iowa joins red states again, this time it’s noncitizen voting

Texas, Ohio, Alabama, Virginia and Georgia have announced similar lists and are taking similar actions. Six states, including Iowa, have constitutional amendments on the ballot chucking language such as “every,” or “all” citizens can vote and changing it to “only” citizens.

Iowa City woman charged with stabbing two in nightclub

An Iowa City woman was arrested Monday on charges that she stabbed two people, one of whom is pregnant, in a downtown nightclub early Sunday morning.

Best Online Colleges In Iowa Of 2024

For many people, having a bachelor’s degree can mean higher wages and lower unemployment rates. But if you work full time, take care of family members or can’t commute to campus, earning a degree isn’t that simple.

BetMGM Iowa (IA): Claim A New-User Promo – October 2024

On Aug. 15, 2019, Iowa’s state legislature legalized sports betting with the passage of HF 297, which came a little more than a year after the U.S. Supreme Court deemed the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) unconstitutional.

Planned Parenthood sees ‘huge drop’ under Iowa’s abortion limit

Planned Parenthood officials said many Iowans — who have the means — are seeking services in neighboring states with less restrictive abortion laws.

Heather Hora faces challenger Anna Banowsky in race for Iowa House District 92 seat

Republican Incumbent Heather Hora, who was elected to her first term in the Iowa House in 2022, is facing a challenge from newcomer Democrat Anna Banowsky for Iowa House District 92. The district includes all of Washington County and part of Johnson County. Early voting began Oct. 16. Election Day is Nov. 5.

Volunteer firefighters needed in Eastern Iowa

Ross Albert has been a volunteer firefighter in La Porte City for five years. For him, like many volunteer firefighters, he's one in a

Working Iowa: Holiday hiring push ahead of shopping rush

It’s Halloween week which means the holiday season is right around the corner and companies are trying to hire fast.

Pheasant, quail seasons underway in Iowa

The pheasant season runs through January 10th, while the quail season runs through the end of January. A hunting atlas is also available at iowadnr.gov/hunting, featuring all public land accessible to hunters and private land enrolled in the Iowa Habitat and Access Program. You can hear the full interview with Dollison below:

Windy and warmer to start the week, near-record highs on Tuesday in eastern Iowa

More mild weather is in store before October ends as winds pick up out of the south. Another cold front will bring another round of rain and aid in the warm up,

Iowa gas prices fall 5.1 cents to make for $2.92 statewide average per gallon

Average gas prices in Iowa have fallen 5.1 cents in the last week for a an average of $2.92 per gallon, according to GasBuddy.

"Lotsa blood, sweat and tears went into these": Jan Jensen admires Iowa's Big 12 & Final Four rings

New Iowa Hawkeyes coach Jan Jensen was amazed by the details of the special rings released in commemoration of the team's success in the 2023-24 season.

Operation Quick Find: Iowa City Police Searching For Missing Teen

IOWA CITY, Iowa. (KWWL) - The Iowa City Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating a missing teen. Damiyah Thompson, 14, was last seen Saturday along the 600 Block of South Dubuque St. The teen left the residence on foot in an unknown direction.

Iowa City addresses prescription misuse with drug take-back event

Opioids, central nervous system depressants, and stimulants are the top three most misused classes of prescription drugs nationally, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. In light of this,

A Wisconsin-Iowa game at night in November? Welcome to the Big Ten in 2024 and beyond

In the old days, the Badgers and Hawkeyes fought to get the upper hand for a spot in the Big Ten championship. Those are days are long gone.

"Carrying precious cargo": Iowa's Jada Gymafi reshares a cute snap of her lifting Gabbie Marshall

Among the highlights was a delightful moment between Gyamfi and Marshall, where Jada Gyamfi playfully cradled the returning player on her lap at the sideline of the Kinnick Stadium. "Carrying precious cargo," Gyamfi wrote on the photo reposted from Iowa’s assistant coach Abby Emmert Stamp's update.

Upper Mississippi River refuge celebrates 100 years of protection for fish, wildlife and habitat

The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge is the core of a major flyway for migrating birds and one of the most visited refuges in the U.S. Anglers and outdoor enthusiasts saved it from being drained 100 years ago,

An Iowa school district is asking voters to consider the future of more than 900 students

The Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Community Schools District is asking voters in Hancock and Cerro Gordo County to check yes on their ballots for a $21.4 million referendum bond.

Eastern Iowa stamp collectors hope to bring more people into the hobby

A Cedar Rapids Club that’s nearly 100 years old brought together over ten thousand collectibles Sunday in Hiawatha.

Iowa football rewind: Second TD drive against Northwestern showed potential of Brendan Sullivan-led offense

Iowa’s opening drive of the second half was a case study for what the Hawkeyes could potentially achieve offensively with Brendan Sullivan at quarterback.

No. 16 Iowa upsets No. 3 Ohio State in a top-25 field hockey showdown

The 16th-ranked University of Iowa field hockey team dominated No. 3 Ohio State, 3-0, on Sunday at Buckeye Varsity Field. Both offenses were held in check in the first half. The Hawkeyes got on the board with Alex Wesneski‘s unassisted goal at 34:20 in the third quarter,

BYU rises to No. 4-ranked college football team in the nation, with top 3 the same

Oregon, Georgia and Miami remained the top three seeds in The Associated Press College Football Playoff bracket projection on Sunday, with BYU overtaking Iowa State for No. 4. BYU, promoted to No. 9 in the AP Top 25 after it its win at UCF,

Iowa backup quarterback Brendan Sullivan propels Hawkeyes to victory over Northwestern

Kinnick Stadium is nearly empty. Its faithful fans were already celebrating what became a 40-14 win over Northwestern on Saturday. But Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan was in no mood to take his foot off the gas.

Column | Iowa football turns baseball battle into track meet. It has no reason to go back

Neither Jay Higgins nor Nick Jackson wanted the football. Jogging off the field amid a roaring Kinnick Stadium, the pair treated the pigskin like a hot potato, tossing it back and forth to each other with glee.

College football rankings: Big 12 teams in updated Coaches Poll, AP Top 25 after Week 9

Here's a look at where Big 12 teams appear in the Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 following Week 9 of the college football season

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