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Webster County hires new emergency services coordinator Webster County has a new emergency medical services coordinator.

Webster County hires new emergency services coordinator

Strong wind gusts could make for dangerous travel and even some property damage.

A mission for a mentor: Getting the 103rd to Sacramento for Robert Marzan For nearly two decades, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Marzan built a second home in the Des Moines area that was defined by service, mentorship, and the kind of loyalty that doesn’t end when a uniform comes off.

A mission for a mentor: Getting the 103rd to Sacramento for Robert Marzan

Iowa House passes bill changing WIC eligibility, expanding Medicaid income limits The Iowa House passed a bill expanding Medicaid income limits for people with disabilities while adding new eligibility rules for WIC assistance programs.

Iowa House passes bill changing WIC eligibility, expanding Medicaid income limits

Iowa bill targets unauthorized traffic enforcement signs Iowa state senators are advancing a bill to regulate automated traffic enforcement signs, requiring permits from the Iowa DOT to avoid fines.

Iowa bill targets unauthorized traffic enforcement signs

Two tornadoes confirmed in Iowa from Tuesday's storms This week's tornadoes were the state's first of 2026.

Two tornadoes confirmed in Iowa from Tuesday's storms

Department of Defense confirms identity of sixth soldier killed in Kuwait attack The Department of Defense has confirmed the identity of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert M. Marzan from Sacramento, who was killed in an unmanned aircraft system attack in Kuwait.

Department of Defense confirms identity of sixth soldier killed in Kuwait attack

Iowa State basketball sets Big 12 Tournament record in dominant win over Arizona State Iowa State's 49-point win at the Big 12 Tournament is a new record.

Iowa State basketball sets Big 12 Tournament record in dominant win over Arizona State

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Iowa State and Arizona State were close for about two minutes Wednesday morning in Kansas City.

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"Better than I was expecting."

Tamin Lipsey weighed in on the flashy new Big 12 Tournament court after Iowa State's blowout win over Arizona State.

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Iowa advances to take on Ohio State tomorrow at the Big Ten Tournament.

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Iowa weather: Powerful winds move in Thursday and Friday Strong wind gusts will push over Iowa this week with some exceeding 50 mph.

Iowa weather: Powerful winds move in Thursday and Friday

KCCI's Scott Reister made the trip to "Hilton South" for Iowa State's Big 12 Tournament opener against Arizona State. How about that new court?!?

Shannon Ehrhardt is in Chicago, where the Hawkeyes are set to take on Maryland in an early tip-off at the Big Ten Tournament.

Marshalltown's pet microchipping proposal receives mixed reactions A proposal in Marshalltown to mandate microchipping for pets is drawing mixed reactions, with concerns about restrictions and potential benefits for city resources.

Marshalltown's pet microchipping proposal receives mixed reactions

We'll clear up after some morning snowfall, then strong winds will follow later this week.

Des Moines school board approves first school closure under Reimagining Education plan Beginning next school year, preschool through fifth-grade students who live within Walnut Street School’s attendance area will attend Edmunds Elementary School.

Des Moines school board approves first school closure under Reimagining Education plan

Story County investigates white pride flyers left in Sheldahl yards The Story County Sheriff's Office is investigating after white pride flyers and bags of rice were found in Sheldahl yards.

Story County investigates white pride flyers left in Sheldahl yards

Des Moines River project unveils new whitewater features The ICON River project in Des Moines is progressing with the removal of a dam to reveal new whitewater features, transforming the area into a hub for kayaking and surfing.

Des Moines River project unveils new whitewater features

State capitol ceremony honors decades of work preserving USS Iowa Becky Beach was honored at the Iowa Capitol with the USS Iowa Lamberti Service Award, recognizing years of dedication to preserving the historic battleship.

State capitol ceremony honors decades of work preserving USS Iowa

Federal judge dismisses parts of Madison County lawsuit A federal judge has dismissed claims against two officials in a lawsuit involving a political dispute in Madison County, while the case continues against other parties.

Federal judge dismisses parts of Madison County lawsuit

Iowa House and Senate advance different plans to address disruptive students in classrooms Teachers say classroom violence is rising. Iowa lawmakers advance competing school discipline plans.

Iowa House and Senate advance different plans to address disruptive students in classrooms

E. University closed near State Fairgrounds after crash with injury in Des Moines A vehicle struck a utility pole in the westbound lanes of E. University near E. 40th Street, and "the stability of the pole is uncertain at this time."

A vehicle struck a utility pole in the westbound lanes of E. University near E. 40th Street, and "the stability of the pole is uncertain at this time."

The Iowa high school boys state basketball tournament has been played in Des Moines since 1963. That changes next year when it moves to Hilton Coliseum in Ames.

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Fans savor final boys state basketball tournament in Des Moines before move to Ames Fans are soaking in the final boys state basketball tournament in Des Moines as the long-running event prepares to move to Hilton Coliseum in Ames next year.

Fans savor final boys state basketball tournament in Des Moines before move to Ames

Dowling Catholic beat Dubuque Senior in the 4A state basketball quarterfinals to make the state semifinals for the first time in over 30 years. Check out the highlights. MORE: https://t.ly/QQ64m 

Iowa's on the weather roller coaster, going from record warmth to another round of rain and snow to sub-zero wind chills. FORECAST: https://t.ly/gchMU 

Crash in Des Moines leaves 2 drivers hospitalized A crash Tuesday morning left two people injured and forced a busy Des Moines road to close.

Crash in Des Moines leaves 2 drivers hospitalized

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Georges Niang will be inducted into the Iowa State Athletics Hall of Fame next fall, potentially paving the way for his jersey to be placed in the rafters at Hilton Coliseum.

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Dowling Catholic High School plans campus upgrades Dowling Catholic High School in West Des Moines is planning significant campus upgrades, including expanded parking and a new student union, following approval from the Planning and Zoning Commission.

Dowling Catholic High School plans campus upgrades