State News

The state Ag Department plans to require Avian Influenza tests for dairy cattle before shows. The order goes into effect on July 1st and will require dairy exhibitors to complete testing for Bird Flu within […]

Twin brothers from northwest Iowa will appear on tonight’s episode of “America’s Got Talent,” displaying their abilities in the building of intricate patterns with dominos — and then letting them tumble. Alex Koops of Sioux […]

Landowners who have refused to grant property easements for the proposed Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline say they’re outraged state regulators have given the project a green light and considering their legal options. The Iowa Utilities […]

A central Iowa company is receiving state incentives to expand its business. Iowa Economic Development Authority spokesperson, Kanan Kappelman says the company acquired 80 acres of land for the project in Boone County. “MG Biologics […]

A key Republican legislator is ripping the Iowa Utilities Board decision to approve the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline project. Representative Bobby Kaufmann of Wilton said the ruling sets a dangerous precedent. “The Utilities Board is […]

A southeast Iowa woman has been charged with murder in connection to a Sunday morning house fire. Authorities say fire crews were dispatched to a residence in Ottumwa based on the report of a heavy […]

The Iowa Utilities Board has unanimously approved the proposed route for the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline, but the company must meet other requirements before construction may begin. All three members of the Iowa Utilities Board […]

The president late last night approved the governor’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration for five Iowa counties with heavy damage from flooding. Residents in Clay, Emmet, Lyon, Plymouth, and Sioux Counties may apply for […]

Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge is opening its campus apartments to those affected by the flood waters. Iowa Central president Dr. Jesse Ulrich said that displaced families can use the temporary housing which […]

The first-degree murder trial for the man accused of killing Algona Police Officer Kevin Cram last September will -not- start today due to flooding in northwest Iowa. Attorneys for Kyle Lou Ricke asked for a […]