West Des Moines man’s body recovered from southern Iowa lake
The body of a missing 70-year-old West Des Moines man was recovered from Sun Valley Lake after a two-day search.
Jun 8, 2026Open source
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West Des Moines commits $40,000 to memorial for fallen Iowa officers
The memorial is planned to be built along the Raccoon River Valley Trail.
May 5, 2026Open source
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On this day in 2008: A record-breaking flood submerges Cedar Rapids, Iowa
The 2008 natural disaster is considered one of the worst modern-day floods in Iowa’s history.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
On this day in 2008: A record-breaking flood submerges Cedar Rapids, Iowaketv
The 2008 natural disaster is considered one of the worst modern-day floods in Iowa’s history.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Republicans call for unified support for governor nominee Zach Lahn at state convention
As Iowa Republicans gathered for the state convention Saturday, speakers criticized Democratic governor candidate Rob Sand.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Governor candidate Zach Lahn and running mate Derek Wulf speak at Republican state convention
Candidate for governor Zach Lahn thanked Iowa Republicans for their support at the GOP state convention Saturday, and delegates approved Rep. Derek Wulf as t...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Iowans in affiliated professional baseball
Here is our latest version of the bi-weekly chart chronicling how Eastern Iowans and former Iowa Hawkeyes baseball players are doing in the affiliated minor...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Primary winners Lahn, Turek debut at Iowa party conventions
Saturday’s state party conventions were the first opportunity for June 2 primary winners to speak to their respective party faithful.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Eastern Iowa EMS crews train on motorcycle crash response
Eastern Iowa EMS crews received specialized training Saturday on how to treat motorcyclists after a crash.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
On this day in 2008: A record-breaking flood submerges Cedar Rapids, Iowawbbh
The 2008 natural disaster is considered one of the worst modern-day floods in Iowa’s history.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Dubuque County after severe weather
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds on Friday issued a disaster proclamation for Dubuque County after recent severe storms, according to a press release.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Waterloo and Cedar Falls speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Jun. 12, 2026
A recent new law in Iowa pushed by Christian nationalists is House File 571, known as the “Medical Ethics Defense Act.” Starting July 1, it will protect...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
4-star recruit Jack Kohnen commits to Iowa State basketball
Four-star high school small forward Jack Kohnen committed to Iowa State basketball on Saturday afternoon.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Memories of Muscatine: A flag from the Civil War
This week for Memories of Muscatine: A flag carried by an Iowa regiment during the Civil War.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
On this day in 2008: A record-breaking flood submerges Cedar Rapids, Iowa wdsu
The 2008 natural disaster is considered one of the worst modern-day floods in Iowa’s history.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Disaster proclamation issued for Pottawattamie County after recent storms
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation on Friday afternoon for 11 counties, including Pottawattamie County, for a recent string of severe storms.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Body of Iowa man recovered from southern Iowa lake
Authorities say just before 3 p.m. on Friday, they received a report that a fisherman went under the water at Wilson Lake.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 11 Iowa counties following severe weather
The disaster proclamation will activate the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Advocacy Program for the impacted counties.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Swimming is not recommended at these 6 public beaches in Iowa
That number is up from five beaches following last week's testing results for E.Coli and microcystins.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
On this day in 2008: A record-breaking flood submerges Cedar Rapids, Iowa WYFF 4 52 MIN
The 2008 natural disaster is considered one of the worst modern-day floods in Iowa’s history.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
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West Des Moines is in Polk County, Iowa.
Region: Iowa
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On this day in 2008: A record-breaking flood submerges Cedar Rapids, Iowa
The 2008 natural disaster is considered one of the worst modern-day floods in Iowa’s history.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
On this day in 2008: A record-breaking flood submerges Cedar Rapids, Iowaketv
The 2008 natural disaster is considered one of the worst modern-day floods in Iowa’s history.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Republicans call for unified support for governor nominee Zach Lahn at state convention
As Iowa Republicans gathered for the state convention Saturday, speakers criticized Democratic governor candidate Rob Sand.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Governor candidate Zach Lahn and running mate Derek Wulf speak at Republican state convention
Candidate for governor Zach Lahn thanked Iowa Republicans for their support at the GOP state convention Saturday, and delegates approved Rep. Derek Wulf as t...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Iowans in affiliated professional baseball
Here is our latest version of the bi-weekly chart chronicling how Eastern Iowans and former Iowa Hawkeyes baseball players are doing in the affiliated minor...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Primary winners Lahn, Turek debut at Iowa party conventions
Saturday’s state party conventions were the first opportunity for June 2 primary winners to speak to their respective party faithful.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Eastern Iowa EMS crews train on motorcycle crash response
Eastern Iowa EMS crews received specialized training Saturday on how to treat motorcyclists after a crash.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
On this day in 2008: A record-breaking flood submerges Cedar Rapids, Iowawbbh
The 2008 natural disaster is considered one of the worst modern-day floods in Iowa’s history.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Dubuque County after severe weather
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds on Friday issued a disaster proclamation for Dubuque County after recent severe storms, according to a press release.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
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