Dodger ties run deep in Iowa City West baseball program
IOWA CITY — Tom and Joan Tibbitts are like most proud grandparents. For well over 20 years, the Fort Dodge couple has traveled all across Iowa — and even
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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Iowa man pleads guilty to meth and gun charges in federal court
A man who conspired to distribute methamphetamine and illegally possessed firearms in the Fort Dodge area pleaded guilty Monday in federal court in Sioux City.
Jun 20, 2026Open source
Algona ends Kuemper win streak
FORT DODGE, Iowa – Algona snapped Kuemper Catholic’s six-game baseball win streak with a 20-10 win over the Knights in the Iowa Central Invite at Harlan...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Algona ends Kuemper win streak
FORT DODGE, Iowa – Algona snapped Kuemper Catholic’s six-game baseball win streak with a 20-10 win over the Knights in the Iowa Central Invite at Harlan...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Badger Lake Dragon Boat Bash
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Jun 15, 2026Open source
Prep softball roundup: Third-ranked (3A) Lady Dees shut out Comets
Addie Pearson (24) is congratulated by Albia head softball coach Larry Achenbach after hitting a game-ending grand slam at Iowa Central Field to close out a...
Jun 5, 2026Open source
Iowa sailor aids in recovery of Artemis II astronauts after moon mission
Petty Officer Second Class Cody Dooley, of Fort Dodge, played a key role in recovering the Artemis II astronauts and their capsule after their historic lunar...
May 5, 2026Open source
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Asking Eric: Don’t let this bad apple spoil the bunch
Dear Eric: I met M on a tour of Greece, and we communicated afterward through phone calls and emails since M lived in Iowa and I live in NY. M made plans to...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Experience the Iowa State Fair with KCCI Iowa’s News Leader
Be part of our KCCI 8 News live, studio audience at the Iowa State Fair. Join KCCI 8 News Anchors Stacey Horst and Ben Kaplan and Chief Meteorologist Jason S...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Team Iowa to celebrate Transplant Games of America success with West Des Moines event
After Team Iowa’s success in Denver, a kidney transplant recipient is inviting Iowans to share their stories in West Des Moines.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
AAA offering Tow to Go this holiday weekend
The AAA Tow to Go program is available in Iowa from 6 p.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Monday, according to a media release.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
For 15 years, Iowa’s prisons have asked for air conditioning. This year something is different.
As summer temperatures rise into the 90s, more than 1,000 Iowa prisoners and correctional officers are sweating it out without air conditioning. Prolonged...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Today's Iowa News ↓
Breaking news, top stories and all the latest from across Iowa. IPR reporters and our partners deliver quick hits of headline news throughout the day to keep...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Today's Iowa News ↓
Breaking news, top stories and all the latest from across Iowa. IPR reporters and our partners deliver quick hits of headline news throughout the day to keep...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Visit the landmarks of the state’s most influential Iowans
Take a journey across Iowa to visit landmarks of the most notable and influential Iowans, from Herbert Hoover to Grant Wood to Carrie Chapman Cat.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
The Savannah Bananas are in Iowa City. Fans can’t get enough of it, even with a weather delay
The Savannah Bananas brought their unique brand of Banana Ball to Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, drawing sold-out crowds in a lively two-game event filled wit...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Former Iowa City woman accused of disposing of baby’s body wants murder charge dropped
A former Iowa City woman, who is accused of putting her newborn son in a trash receptacle that was taken to the landfill in 1992, is asking a judge to dismis...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
One person injured in Dubuque fire
DUBUQUE, Iowa (KCRG) — One person was taken to the hospital following a garage fire Thursday night in Dubuque, according to the Dubuque Fire Department.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Swim advisories have been posted at 20 Iowa state beaches since Memorial Day
Bacteria and harmful algal blooms have been an issue at multiple state beaches in Iowa since Memorial Day.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Iowa pharmacist warns certain medications can increase heat-related illness risk
As temperatures rise across Iowa, a local pharmacy owner is warning that certain medications can increase the risk of heat-related illness.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Overnight storms bring several inches of rain to central Iowa: How much did your community receive?
Overnight storms bring several inches of rain to central Iowa: How much did your community receive?
Jul 4, 2026Open source
11 state beaches not recommended for swimming by Iowa DNR ahead of Fourth of July weekend
11 state beaches not recommended for swimming by Iowa DNR ahead of Fourth of July weekend
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Drew Pomeranz recalled from Triple-A for 2nd stint with Cubs, works perfect 9th inning
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs selected left-hander Drew Pomeranz from Triple-A Iowa before Friday
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Top-ranked Crusaders roll in regular season wrapup
COON RAPIDS, Iowa – The Iowa Baseball Coaches Association has had Coon Rapids-Bayard atop its Class 1A state baseball rankings for a long period this seaso...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Ar-We-Va closes regular season with loss to Boyer Valley
WESTSIDE, Iowa – Boyer Valley downed Ar-We-Va, 6-3, in a Rolling Valley Conference baseball game here Wednesday.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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Fort Dodge is in Webster County, Iowa.
Region: Iowa
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50501
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Asking Eric: Don’t let this bad apple spoil the bunch
Dear Eric: I met M on a tour of Greece, and we communicated afterward through phone calls and emails since M lived in Iowa and I live in NY. M made plans to...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Experience the Iowa State Fair with KCCI Iowa’s News Leader
Be part of our KCCI 8 News live, studio audience at the Iowa State Fair. Join KCCI 8 News Anchors Stacey Horst and Ben Kaplan and Chief Meteorologist Jason S...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Team Iowa to celebrate Transplant Games of America success with West Des Moines event
After Team Iowa’s success in Denver, a kidney transplant recipient is inviting Iowans to share their stories in West Des Moines.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
AAA offering Tow to Go this holiday weekend
The AAA Tow to Go program is available in Iowa from 6 p.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Monday, according to a media release.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
For 15 years, Iowa’s prisons have asked for air conditioning. This year something is different.
As summer temperatures rise into the 90s, more than 1,000 Iowa prisoners and correctional officers are sweating it out without air conditioning. Prolonged...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Today's Iowa News ↓
Breaking news, top stories and all the latest from across Iowa. IPR reporters and our partners deliver quick hits of headline news throughout the day to keep...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Today's Iowa News ↓
Breaking news, top stories and all the latest from across Iowa. IPR reporters and our partners deliver quick hits of headline news throughout the day to keep...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Visit the landmarks of the state’s most influential Iowans
Take a journey across Iowa to visit landmarks of the most notable and influential Iowans, from Herbert Hoover to Grant Wood to Carrie Chapman Cat.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
The Savannah Bananas are in Iowa City. Fans can’t get enough of it, even with a weather delay
The Savannah Bananas brought their unique brand of Banana Ball to Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, drawing sold-out crowds in a lively two-game event filled wit...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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