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Des Moines station marks 70th with anniversary logo
Subscribe to NCS for the latest news, project case studies and product announcements in broadcast technology, creative design and engineering delivered to your inbox. KCCI, the Hearst-owned CBS affiliate in Des Moines, Iowa, will turn 70 years old...

Fleur Drive bridge in downtown Des Moines reopens: What's changed?
As of Wednesday, July 9, the Fleur Drive bridge on the west edge of downtown is back in business. The bridge has been closed since November while the city worked on improving traffic safety in the Western Gateway area of downtown. The road...

Des Moines chief’s plan to pull south side fire truck sparks debate
Des Moines Fire Chief John TeKippe recommends removing a second fire engine from Station 8, believing it hasn't improved response times. Firefighters and community members oppose the removal, citing increased call volume and concerns about south...

Iowa committed to President Trump’s America250 initiative, state fair CEO says
The Iowa State Fair was included in communications between Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, the White House, state governors and fairs across the country. DES MOINES, Iowa — Nearly one week ago, President Donald Trump kicked off his...

Iowa's Kirk Ferentz 'expects' to sign another contract extension as he approaches 70
Every year around this time, Kirk Ferentz faces inevitable questions regarding his future as Iowa coach. But as Ferentz approaches his 70th birthday, retirement is the last thing on his mind. Ferentz, whose contract runs through the 2029 season,...

Iowa governor awards Dubuque hospital volunteers for dedication
DUBUQUE, Iowa — Two volunteers from UnityPoint Health – Finley Hospital were honored with a Governor’s Volunteer Award by Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer. “Our volunteers are the heart of our hospital,” said Marie Zoromski,...

‘Iowa City Beer Mafia’ Movie to be Filmed in Galena, Dubuque
For those who love movies about the beer industry, and are fans of local Midwestern lore, a new production is about to start shooting next month in cities across Illinois and Iowa. To top it all off, it's a story that's never been committed to...

Iowa & national voices speak at EPA hearing
Yesterday’s EPA hearing on the proposed Renewable Volume Obligations (RVO) drew testimony from a wide range of industry leaders, including Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor and Grant Kimberley of the Iowa Biodiesel Board. Their comments highlighted the...

Iowans Encouraged to Report Wild Turkey Sightings in July and August
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is looking for help with the annual wild turkey production survey. During the months of July and August wild turkey sightings are recorded to estimate this year’s nesting rates and nest success....

Iowa Ag Secretary Naig to visit fair on Thursday
PROTECTED CONTENT If you’re a current subscriber, log in below. If you would like to subscribe, please click the subscribe tab above. Lost your password? As part of his annual visits to every county, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will...

Nitrate levels fall, but central Iowa watering ban still enforced
Nitrate levels in the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers have dipped below the EPA limit of 10 milligrams per liter, but the lawn watering ban remains in effect. But Central Iowa Water Works needs consistently low nitrate levels before lifting a lawn...

How Big Were Iowa-Class Battleships And How Many Troops Could They Carry?
During the lead-up to the United States' entry into World War II, the U.S. Navy ordered six new battleships that were designed to combat Japan's Kongō-class battleships. Ultimately, only four of the planned six vessels were completed, and each of...

Cancer risk doubles for Iowa, NC pesticide applicators who used carbaryl, study finds
Listen to the audio version of this article (generated by AI). Pesticide applicators in North Carolina and Iowa who sprayed the insecticide carbaryl often during their career have a higher risk of getting stomach, esophageal, tongue and prostate...

Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board election opens July 10
MADISON, Wis. – Soybean growers in three Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board districts have through August 15 to vote for candidates for three open seats in the 2025 election. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection...

Biodiesel advocates praise Sen. Grassley's efforts in strengthening Iowa's renewable fuels industry
Senator Chuck Grassley | Official U.S. Senate headshotSenator Chuck Grassley | Official U.S. Senate headshot Biodiesel producers, farmers, and renewable fuel stakeholders have expressed their support for the One Big Beautiful Bill, which aims to...

Langston Lady Lions reached NAIA Round of 16 before ending season in Iowa
Two players scored in double figures for No. 4 seed Langston University, but the Lady Lions fell 55-51 to No. 1 seed Dordt (Iowa) University in the Forty-fourth Annual Women's Basketball National Championship Round of 16. The Lady Lions, carrying...

Missouri printing plant for Springfield News-Leader, Columbia Daily Tribune to close later this year; printing moves to Iowa
The media corporation that owns the Springfield News-Leader and the Columbia Daily Tribune is once again shutting down a newspaper printing plant. On Wednesday morning News-Leader editor Amos Bridges told Ozarks Public Radio he couldn’t comment,...

NFL-bound WRs could hurt Iowa State in 2025
The Iowa State Cyclones had two really good wide receivers last year, and that went a long way towards helping them have a strong season. Unfortunately, both of them are gone. Both Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel were so good that the NFL called...

A political newcomer is running as a Democrat in Iowa’s 4th District
The only Democrat running for Iowa’s 4th Congressional seat says she’s in the race to help people. “I'm going to listen to everyday Iowans and actually do what they need, rather than doing what the special interests want,” WolfTornabane said....

Iowa DOT announces closure of Iowa 175 for bridge resurfacing
Iowa 175 between Dayton and Stratford will be closed from July 14 to July 16 for resurfacing work on the bridge over the Des Moines River, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation's Jefferson construction office. No detour route will be...