Herbert Hoover Presidential Library in Iowa set to reopen after renovation
The Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum in West Branch is reopening with redesigned exhibits after a $20 million renovation project.
Jun 23, 2026Open source
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Man with lengthy criminal history shot by West Branch police, remains in ICU
WEST BRANCH, Iowa (KCRG) - Authorities have identified the man shot by a West Branch police officer Wednesday as 22-year-old Kalen Tihpen. Court documents sh...
Jun 5, 2026Open source
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Painted pianos ready for players in Czech Village, NewBo
Six pianos, deployed throughout New Bohemia and the Czech Village, offer new art in Cedar Rapids completed by Eastern Iowa Art Academy students.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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South Central Calhoun finishes regular season with loss
IDA GROVE, Iowa – OABCIG scored 10 runs in the first inning en route to a 17-3 baseball victory over South Central Calhoun here Thursday.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
South Central Calhoun finishes regular season with loss
IDA GROVE, Iowa – OABCIG scored 10 runs in the first inning en route to a 17-3 baseball victory over South Central Calhoun here Thursday.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Top-ranked Exira-EHK tops Crusaders
COON RAPIDS, Iowa -- Exira-EHK, the top-ranked Class 1A softball team in the state, topped Coon Rapids-Bayard, 12-1 in four innings here Wednesday.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
The story behind Iowa’s military appreciation helmet decals, a program staple since 2011
The Iowa football program rarely strays from its standard black and gold look, but one alternate uniform variant has endured and made 10 appearances since it...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Iowa fire district consolidation may require changes in state law
As Iowa cities face rising costs, state officials have reported there may be savings available through consolidation of fire departments that could also maxi...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Iowa attorney general sues Temu for violating state's consumer fraud law
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is suing Temu, an e-commerce marketplace that sells low-cost goods, for violating the Iowa Consumer Fraud Act.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Boys volleyball catching on among Iowa high school clubs
High school boys volleyball isn't a sanctioned sport in Iowa, but that hasn't stopped club teams in Iowa from having success.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Iowa rainfall totals: Who got the most from latest round of flooding rain
Some areas got over 5" of torrential rainfall again overnight Friday into Saturday.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Iowa weather: Fourth of July forecast
A partly cloudy but dry afternoon is on tap for the Fourth of July holiday. A few showers and storms are possible later this evening.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Iowa State University Lake LaVerne project dredges up history, items lost to time
Some items found in Lake LaVerne during its dredging include a cannon, a bowling ball, bicycle pieces and bottles.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Zach Lahn pushes back at criticism of residence, travel
In his first public campaign event since the June 2 primary election, Republican Zach Lahn in Tama, Iowa, addressed criticism levied at his campaign over his...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Iowa kids compete on global stage in Lego robotics
Iowa kids earned their spot in a global robotics and innovation competition this summer, battling their robots against other teams and showcasing their knowl...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Iowa City man accused of paying babysitter with marijuana
An Iowa City man paid a 15-year-old babysitter with marijuana, according to an Iowa City Police Department criminal complaint.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Banana Ball fans travel from across the country for Iowa stop on tour
The party starts well before the first pitch at a Savannah Bananas game. Hours before their matchup against the Firefighters, kids and families lined up for...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
After a delay, Savannah Bananas bring fan-first baseball experience to Iowa City
Fans who stuck out the lightning delay at Kinnick Stadium were treated to a massive party-like atmosphere, where the Savannah Bananas and the Firefighters fa...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Iowa women's basketball to play Vanderbilt at Tyson Events Center
The University of Iowa women’s basketball team will play Vanderbilt University at the Tyson Events Center in November, according to a statement released Tu...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
RAIN TOTALS: Central Iowa picks up another few inches of heavy rain heading into July Fourth
RAIN TOTALS: Central Iowa picks up another few inches of heavy rain heading into July Fourth
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs selected left-hander Drew Pomeranz from Triple-A Iowa before Friday’s game against the St. Louis Cardinals and optioned lefty...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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Region: Iowa
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South Central Calhoun finishes regular season with loss
IDA GROVE, Iowa – OABCIG scored 10 runs in the first inning en route to a 17-3 baseball victory over South Central Calhoun here Thursday.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
South Central Calhoun finishes regular season with loss
IDA GROVE, Iowa – OABCIG scored 10 runs in the first inning en route to a 17-3 baseball victory over South Central Calhoun here Thursday.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Top-ranked Exira-EHK tops Crusaders
COON RAPIDS, Iowa -- Exira-EHK, the top-ranked Class 1A softball team in the state, topped Coon Rapids-Bayard, 12-1 in four innings here Wednesday.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
The story behind Iowa’s military appreciation helmet decals, a program staple since 2011
The Iowa football program rarely strays from its standard black and gold look, but one alternate uniform variant has endured and made 10 appearances since it...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Iowa fire district consolidation may require changes in state law
As Iowa cities face rising costs, state officials have reported there may be savings available through consolidation of fire departments that could also maxi...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Iowa attorney general sues Temu for violating state's consumer fraud law
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is suing Temu, an e-commerce marketplace that sells low-cost goods, for violating the Iowa Consumer Fraud Act.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Boys volleyball catching on among Iowa high school clubs
High school boys volleyball isn't a sanctioned sport in Iowa, but that hasn't stopped club teams in Iowa from having success.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Iowa rainfall totals: Who got the most from latest round of flooding rain
Some areas got over 5" of torrential rainfall again overnight Friday into Saturday.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Iowa weather: Fourth of July forecast
A partly cloudy but dry afternoon is on tap for the Fourth of July holiday. A few showers and storms are possible later this evening.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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