Iowa Senate candidate Josh Turek has criticized some state lawmakers for opposing a bill that aims to restore collective bargaining rights for federal workers.

Iowa District 1 Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks and House Republicans are working on a bill aimed at reducing health care costs, but face skepticism from Democrats.

Panini America has released a new collection featuring Caitlin Clark's iconic moments on the court, including trading cards and a book.

Hope Ministries in Des Moines is providing free ham dinners on Christmas Day, encouraging families to reserve meals soon due to limited availability.

Warrior Tattoo Shop in Waukee donated $15,000 worth of toys to an Iowa nonprofit, continuing a nine-year tradition of supporting local families during the holidays.

New Iowa State coach Jimmy Rogers is bringing longtime collaborator Jesse Bobbitt to Ames, naming him defensive coordinator after WSUs bowl game.

Beaverdale residents say slick side streets can be hard to navigate after snow, while Des Moines officials point to resource limits and plowing policies.

The Vatican has unveiled its Nativity scene and lit the towering Christmas tree in St. Peters Square. A band and chorus from Italys South Tyrol performed at the event.

Two Altoona men were sentenced to decades in prison after convictions in separate child sex abuse cases, according to the Polk County Attorneys Office.

A woman held in the Woodbury County Jail is suing the federal government, claiming ICE is unlawfully detaining her without a bond hearing or due process.

Sgt. Howard's brother, who is also deployed, will escort him home.

Investigators searching for a gunman after Saturday's shooting at Brown University are sharing videos of a person of interest in the case. The FBI is also offering a reward for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the individual.

A man was found dead at a homeless encampment in Des Moines, officials say.

The deadline to enroll in Affordable Care Act plans for coverage starting Jan. 1 is Dec. 15, as key subsidies are set to expire at the end of the year unless Congress intervenes

Leading Jewish groups in the United States are urging all Jewish organizations to ratchet up security at public events following the weekend's mass shooting attack on a Hanukkah celebration on a beach in Australia

Nick Reiner, 32, has been arrested and jailed on suspicion of murder after his parents were found dead inside their home.

The CDC tracks flu-like activity levels by state each week.

Despite a deadly weekend, the U.S. has seen fewer mass shootings in 2025 compared to recent years.

Author/publisher Chris Williams has been hosting book events around the state, including in his hometown of Clarinda.

Mia Tretta survived a 2019 shooting at her high school in California, where she was shot in the stomach. Zoe Weissman survived a 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida.

Drake University has announced it is expanding its faculty-led study abroad programs past Europe and into South Korea, with plans to launch for students within two years.

"General Hospital" star Anthony Geary has died at 78.

The fifth person arrested in Louisiana was not part of the California bombings plan; however, the FBI said he was "a considerable threat" and part of the terror organization.

An Iowa man is in custody after police say he tried to pay a police officer posing as a child for sex.

Two Hawkeyes saw their names on the All-America team released Monday.