First-time champions emerge at Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon
Roseville native Acer Iverson captured the men's division title, while Kasandra Parker of Waverly, Iowa took the women's title.
Jun 20, 2026Open source
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PHOTOS: Lawmakers wrap up 2026 legislative session after marathon final day at Iowa Statehouse
A 34-hour sprint to the finish. On the last day of session, the work didn’t stop — but sometimes, lawmakers had to. Moments of rest in the middle of Iowa...
May 4, 2026Open source
Lawmakers pass final budgets, property tax bill and more at end of 2026 session
Iowa lawmakers held a marathon of more than 32 hours negotiating and voting on the legislation before adjourning for the year.
May 4, 2026Open source
Marathon, 2-day session finishes Iowa lawmakers’ 2026 work
It took more than 30 hours, but Iowa state lawmakers completed their work for the year after Republicans reached agreement on property tax legislation
May 4, 2026Open source
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Adult environmental education group plans 'Fungi Foray' at Maquoketa Caves
MAQUOKETA, Iowa — A local environmental education group for adults will hold a free excursions during which hikers can search for fungi this week at Maquok...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Jackson County Conservation to hold fire safety, backpacking programs next month
MAQUOKETA, Iowa — Jackson County Conservation will host a pair of programs on fire safety and backpacking over the Fourth of July weekend.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for June 24
Daniel Joseph O'Toole, 80, of Iowa City, passed away at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, on June 11th, 2026.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Pharmacy seeks millions from Iowa Medicaid, citing unsupported fraud allegations
Pharmacy seeks millions from Iowa Medicaid, citing unsupported fraud allegations
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Energy secretary says data centers ‘crucial’ for country’s future
CEDAR RAPIDS — U.S. Department of Energy Deputy Secretary James Danly was in Iowa Tuesday, speaking on the virtues of data centers while calling for a “n...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
State requests change to 2020 audit after Treasury review of Iowa’s use of COVID funds
The Iowa Department of Management is asking the state auditor’s office to amend a report that found Gov. Kim Reynolds had improperly used federal COVID-19...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Impacts of Iowa's new rule change allowing eighth graders to participate in varsity sports
The Iowa board of education recently approved a new role that will allow eighth grade students to participate in varsity athletics.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
In case you missed it: Reynolds taps Kraig Paulsen to lead Iowa HHS
Gov. Kim Reynolds names Kraig Paulsen to lead Iowa HHS after Senate Democrats blocked Larry Johnson
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Eighth graders cleared to play high school sports
The State Board of Education has signed House Bill 2591, a bill that will drastically change how high school athletics will look in Iowa.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Disaster proclamation issued Allamakee County after tornado, severe storms
Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for Allamakee County following severe storms and tornadoes that struck northeast Iowa on June 17.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Greater Des Moines Watershed Program launches with more cover crop incentives
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced the launch of the Greater Des Moines Watershed Program, a new initiative aimed at expanding conservation pr...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Here's where Southwest Iowa baseball teams in 1A, 2A were assigned for postseason
The Iowa High School Athletic Association released district and substate baseball brackets on Tuesday for Classes 2A and 1A. Here is where Southwest Iowa tea...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
UPDATE: Dog OK, will be reunited with Iowa family after deadly crash on Interstate 64
The victim has been identified, and a dog was rescued from a fatal semitruck crash involving two passenger vehicles that shut down westbound traffic for nine...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
State seeks correction to 2020 audit after Treasury review of COVID relief spending
The U.S. Department of the Treasury says an Iowa audit finding over COVID relief funds should not be sustained.
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Penn State adds experienced guard Dasonte Bowen
STATE COLLEGE — Penn State men’s basketball coach Mike Rhoades has announced the signing of experienced guard Dasonte Bowen ahead of the 2026-27 season....
Jun 24, 2026Open source
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Cascade, Dyersville Beckman and Bellevue Marquette were all sent in different directions for the Iowa Class 2A baseball postseason.
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Video: HomeLab Ribbon Cutting
Andy Conger with Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity HomeLab at 1325 W. Fourth St., Waterloo, Iowa, on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Abortion pill access emerges as next battleground in Iowa and beyond
Four years after Dobbs, abortion pill access has become the next battleground as Iowa enforces new restrictions and advocates debate federal action.
Jun 24, 2026Open source
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Marathon is in Buena Vista County, Iowa.
Region: Iowa
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Adult environmental education group plans 'Fungi Foray' at Maquoketa Caves
MAQUOKETA, Iowa — A local environmental education group for adults will hold a free excursions during which hikers can search for fungi this week at Maquok...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Jackson County Conservation to hold fire safety, backpacking programs next month
MAQUOKETA, Iowa — Jackson County Conservation will host a pair of programs on fire safety and backpacking over the Fourth of July weekend.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Waterloo and Cedar Falls neighbors: Obituaries for June 24
Daniel Joseph O'Toole, 80, of Iowa City, passed away at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, on June 11th, 2026.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Pharmacy seeks millions from Iowa Medicaid, citing unsupported fraud allegations
Pharmacy seeks millions from Iowa Medicaid, citing unsupported fraud allegations
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Energy secretary says data centers ‘crucial’ for country’s future
CEDAR RAPIDS — U.S. Department of Energy Deputy Secretary James Danly was in Iowa Tuesday, speaking on the virtues of data centers while calling for a “n...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
State requests change to 2020 audit after Treasury review of Iowa’s use of COVID funds
The Iowa Department of Management is asking the state auditor’s office to amend a report that found Gov. Kim Reynolds had improperly used federal COVID-19...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Impacts of Iowa's new rule change allowing eighth graders to participate in varsity sports
The Iowa board of education recently approved a new role that will allow eighth grade students to participate in varsity athletics.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
In case you missed it: Reynolds taps Kraig Paulsen to lead Iowa HHS
Gov. Kim Reynolds names Kraig Paulsen to lead Iowa HHS after Senate Democrats blocked Larry Johnson
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Eighth graders cleared to play high school sports
The State Board of Education has signed House Bill 2591, a bill that will drastically change how high school athletics will look in Iowa.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
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