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2024 Iowa Legislature: Here's which bills didn't become law
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa Legislature saw many bills that generated a lot of talk in the 2024 session, but not every bill was passed or signed into law. Here are some bills that failed. House File 2389, a bill that would define sex based on how someone...
Iowa DCI: Body found near intersection where missing Sac County man's semi-truck was discovered
SAC COUNTY, Iowa — The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation says a deceased body was found in a field on Wednesday afternoon. In a press release, Iowa DCI said someone discovered a body in a field and called authorities. The field is located near an intersection of rural Sac County, where missing Iowa man David Schultz's truck was found back in November.
Rebecca Black, 'RuPaul's Drag Race' alumni to headline Des Moines Pridefest
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines' PrideFest is less than two months away and organizers with Capital City Pride have announced some iconic performances to look forward to. On Friday, June 7, PrideFest attendees can get down with queer pop singer Rebecca Black and "RuPaul's Drag Race" star Monét X Change.
Invest DSM selects real estate firm to manage mixed-use building in Highland Park
DES MOINES, Iowa — Invest DSM is moving forward with plans to create a mixed-use building in the Highland Park neighborhood. The nonprofit announced Tuesday it has selected real estate firm Sonar Development Partners to develop, own and manage a building located at the southwest corner of 6th and Euclid Avenues.
'Wrestle Like a Girl': Marshalltown adding more coaches for girls wrestling
MARSHALLTOWN, Iowa — In 2022, girls wrestling was sanctioned as an official sport by the Iowa High School Girls Athletic Union. It's also the fastest growing high school sport in the country, according to the Associated Press. The sport is so popular, in fact, Marshalltown schools are adding more...
Crash on I-235 eastbound temporarily reduces lanes of traffic
DES MOINES, Iowa — A crash shut down the two left lanes of I-235 eastbound on Tuesday night, bringing traffic to a halt. The crash happened in between the 42nd Street and 31st Street exits headed toward Des Moines around 10 p.m. on Monday, according to Iowa 511. As Des Moines police and fire crews responded to the scene, cars were delayed by an estimated 13 minutes.
Crash on I-235 eastbound temporarily reduces lanes of traffic
DES MOINES, Iowa — A crash shut down the two left lanes of I-235 eastbound on Tuesday night, bringing traffic to a halt. The crash happened in between the 42nd Street and 31st Street exits headed toward Des Moines around 10 p.m. on Monday, according to Iowa 511. As Des Moines police and fire crews responded to the scene, cars were delayed by an estimated 13 minutes.
DART approves funding to prevent service cuts, future concerns still remain
DES MOINES, Iowa — A one-time funding award from the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for $3.6 million is helping DART avoid service cuts over the next two years. "There's like a little bit of a sigh of relief for a little bit, and then tomorrow we got to get up and get back to work to keep finding solutions," said Amanda Wanke, CEO of DART.
Iowa school districts think through next steps on legislation allowing staff to be armed
DES MOINES, Iowa — School staff in Iowa can now technically have guns on school grounds after a new law enacted by Gov. Kim Reynolds last week. The law allows trained school staff to carry a firearm on campus, and it went into effect immediately after the governor's signature. Now, school districts across the state will have to decide how they will implement the legislation.
Kossuth County libraries facing major budget cuts | Here's what we know so far
KOSSUTH COUNTY, Iowa — Following a massive proposed library budget cut, concerned Iowans attended the Kossuth County Board of Supervisors meeting on Monday to speak out about the need for libraries in the area. Kossuth County Auditor Tammy Eden told Local 5 the area's 12 libraries have received funding...
How a local cheesecake store began in Prince's fridge
CHANHASSEN, Minn. — It has been eight years since the world lost music icon Prince Rogers Nelson. The music legend lives on not only through his music but also the memories and stories shared about him. For one former Paisley Park employee, it's through one of his favorite desserts... cheesecake!
'Gutting it down to the bones': Webster City businesses share impact, rebuilding process after November fire
WEBSTER CITY, Iowa — Nearly five months ago, the main road in Downtown Webster City was closed off after a large fire left the city questioning if they would be able to restore and save on of the best located buildings. The community has been working to clean up...
Local labor leader announces bid for Iowa House District 34
DES MOINES, Iowa — Another candidate has announced their official entry into the race for Iowa House District 34, a seat made vacant by current representative Ako Abdul-Samad's retirement. Veteran and community leader John Campbell formally announced his candidacy for the position on Monday, though he's been in the...
How potential TikTok ban could impact marketing efforts of Iowa businesses
DES MOINES, Iowa — A social media expert from Drake University is weighing in on how the looming TikTok ban could impact businesses and organizations in Iowa who use the app as a marketing tool. Over the weekend, the House passed a bill that could ban the popular social...
Coach, school officials praise Oskaloosa student for quick thinking during meet
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — As Oskaloosa's Cora Snakenberg warmed up for the shot put at a recent track and field meet, a stray discus threw her plans in a completely different direction. A student at the East Marshall High School event had been hit in the back of the head...
Drake Relays pole vault competition returns to Jordan Creek Town Center
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — For the first time in a decade, the Drake Relays pole vault event is returning to Jordan Creek Mall. The event was last held at the mall in 2014. It's a venue that allows spectators to watch the competition, hosted in the mall's center court area, from above.
Maren Morris to perform at Waukee's Vibrant Music Hall
WAUKEE, Iowa — Maren Morris is bringing her "RSVP Redux" tour to Iowa this summer, the singer announced on social media Friday. The Grammy Award-winning singer will perform with special guest Betty Who on Friday, July 26. The 7 p.m. show at Vibrant Music Hall will mark her second stop in Iowa in two years following her Grandstand performance at the 2023 Iowa State Fair.
Climate activism on Earth Day in Iowa
From cleanup events to rallies, there are lots of ways people are giving back to the planet. Climate activism is a social movement that calls on governments to take action to protect the climate. In Iowa, one organization is practicing climate activism with a religious perspective in mind. "Everybody's sacred...
Recapping Iowa's 2024 legislative session | What bills became law?
DES MOINES, Iowa — It was a busy 2024 legislative session with final adjournment happening early Saturday. The House adjourned at 4:23 a.m., while the Senate adjourned at 3:26 a.m. Gov. Kim Reynolds laid out her agenda in the Condition of the State with goals to reform Area Education...
Iowans ask FTC to investigate sale of Iowa Fertilizer Company to Koch Industries
NEVADA, Iowa — More than 100 people, including farmers and state representatives, packed the Gatherings Farmhouse in Nevada Saturday morning to express their concerns over a potential violation in antitrust laws regarding a recent billion dollar sale of Iowa Fertilizer Company to Koch Industries. The sale would include the...
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