Buena Vista County Offering Free MMR Shots Amid Measles Outbreak
News Desk Buena Vista County health officials are urging residents to stay alert and get protected as Iowa responds to a growing measles outbreak centered in Polk County. While no cases have…
Trump’s court workarounds push limits but are within legal bounds, experts say
President Donald Trump speaks during an event in the Oval Office on August 6, 2026. Trump signed an executive order during the event denying birthright citizenship to children of foreign…
Another attendance record broken at the Iowa State Fair
DES MOINES, Iowa — For a second day in a row, the Iowa State Fair broke an attendance record. The fair revealed that 111,159 people attended on Monday, breaking the…
Iowa school sports see updated eligibility rules under new state law
DES MOINES, Iowa — A new state law that took effect in August is making two changes to Iowa’s school sports during this upcoming school year. The first provision of…
Polk County boy inspires by showing animals at Iowa State Fair
DES MOINES, Iowa — Kids enrolled in 4-H and FFA are after blue ribbons at the Iowa State Fair. They spent months preparing their animals and are now showing them…
Shea Doyle named new president, CEO of Modern Woodmen of America
Modern Woodmen has a new president and CEO. Shea Doyle was named by the board of directors of Modern Woodmen of America to be the organization’s next president and chief…
A chance of severe weather this evening
Before we head into what is looking to be a very nice weekend in the Quad Cities, we are watching for some storms later today. The futurecast is showing these…
Iowa City man accused of stealing Jeep
Hunter 08/21/26 An Iowa City man has been arrested after an investigation determined he stole a Jeep. The victim reported that sometime in the overnight hours between May 26th and…
Iowa City man accused of assaulting father
Hunter 08/21/26 An Iowa City man was taken into custody Wednesday night after allegedly assaulting his father. The incident occurred at the Ronalds Street residence of 18-year-old Christopher Santarerelli just…
Parents are being held responsible for their kids’ crimes under new laws
A mother and her son hold hands on a swing set. This year, more state and local leaders are pushing to hold parents accountable for their children’s behavior, particularly when…
Iowa City man faces OWI and domestic abuse charges
Hunter 08/21/26 An Iowa City man was arrested early Friday after allegedly assaulting his wife and operating his vehicle while intoxicated. Police received a 911 call from a crying female,…
Three Iowa City men face Riot charges after County Jail incident
Hunter 08/21/26 Three Iowa City men face prison time after allegedly participating in a riot at the Johnson County Jail. The incident occurred shortly after 8pm Thursday in the B…
Diesel gas at $4.99 per gallon in Grundy County in week ending Aug. 15
In the week ending Aug. 15, one gas station in Grundy County sold diesel gas at the lowest reported price of $4.99 per gallon, according to customer reports submitted to…
Weekly Log: “Ken’s FM” Returns; Bucks Announce TV Affiliates
“Ken’s FM 89.1” (KNNZ Hawley-Fargo) is returning to the air with a goal to raise $50,000 by Aug. 31 to sustain continued operation of the station. The station had gone…
Storm Lake Police Department Investigates Thursday Vehicle Crimes
The Storm Lake Police Department is urging residents to take extra precautions after a string of vehicle crimes early yesterday (Thursday, Aug. 20) morning. Between 2 and 8 a.m., officers…