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West Des Moines families push to keep Walnut Creek alternative school open
West Des Moines families push to keep Walnut Creek alternative school open
Parents, students and teachers urged West Des Moines leaders to keep Walnut Creek open, arguing a move to Valley would undermine the support system vulnerable students rely on.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:36 AM
West Des Moines families push to keep Walnut Creek alternative school open
Former students push back as West Des Moines considers closing Walnut Creek alternative school
Former students push back as West Des Moines considers closing Walnut Creek alternative school
The district presented a proposal Monday night that would shut down Walnut Creek and replace it with a districtwide alternative education model built inside existing schools.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:36 AM
Former students push back as West Des Moines considers closing Walnut Creek alternative school
Judge to rule on temporary injunction in Honey Creek Resort lawsuit
Judge to rule on temporary injunction in Honey Creek Resort lawsuit
The temporary injunction would block the state from hiring a new operator and reopening the resort while the lawsuit plays out.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:35 AM
Judge to rule on temporary injunction in Honey Creek Resort lawsuit
KCCI Investigates: Marshall County legionella outbreak largest in Iowa history
KCCI Investigates: Marshall County legionella outbreak largest in Iowa history
Iowa’s largest legionella outbreak left 74 people ill and two dead in Marshalltown, but the source remains unclear as officials point to cooling towers and residents push for answers.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:35 AM
KCCI Investigates: Marshall County legionella outbreak largest in Iowa history
Ames DMV relocates to new location within Iowa DOT headquarters complex
Ames DMV relocates to new location within Iowa DOT headquarters complex
The Iowa DOT has moved Ames' driver license service center in an effort to provide a more centralized experience.
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November 24, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Ames DMV relocates to new location within Iowa DOT headquarters complex
📈 Cyclones up to No. 15!
Iowa State stays perfect at 4-0 after a 96-57 win over Stonehill, with Lipsey and Jefferson dropping 23 each. Next up: No. 14 St. John’s in Vegas.
See the full rankings here: https://t.ly/WFXD1
Iowa State stays perfect at 4-0 after a 96-57 win over Stonehill, with Lipsey and Jefferson dropping 23 each. Next up: No. 14 St. John’s in Vegas.
See the full rankings here: https://t.ly/WFXD1
November 24, 2025 at 9:34 PM
📈 Cyclones up to No. 15!
Iowa State stays perfect at 4-0 after a 96-57 win over Stonehill, with Lipsey and Jefferson dropping 23 each. Next up: No. 14 St. John’s in Vegas.
See the full rankings here: https://t.ly/WFXD1
Iowa State stays perfect at 4-0 after a 96-57 win over Stonehill, with Lipsey and Jefferson dropping 23 each. Next up: No. 14 St. John’s in Vegas.
See the full rankings here: https://t.ly/WFXD1
Special election for central Iowa senate seat draws national attention
Special election for central Iowa senate seat draws national attention
Voters on the west side of the metro will head to the polls in just over a month to choose their next state senator
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November 24, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Special election for central Iowa senate seat draws national attention
Hawkeyes make major jump in women's AP Top 25, Cyclones up 2 spots
Hawkeyes make major jump in women's AP Top 25, Cyclones up 2 spots
Iowa made the biggest jump in the poll this week, climbing eight places to No. 11.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Hawkeyes make major jump in women's AP Top 25, Cyclones up 2 spots
Woman charged after allegedly shooting car with fiancé and child inside
Woman charged after allegedly shooting car with fiancé and child inside
A man told officers his fiance fired a gun at him and their child after a domestic dispute. Officers did find a bullet hole in a rear passenger door of the car.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Woman charged after allegedly shooting car with fiancé and child inside
Fort Dodge streets closed after building facade collapse
Fort Dodge streets closed after building facade collapse
Two streets in Fort Dodge remain closed following the collapse of a building facade, prompting safety assessments and public warnings.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Fort Dodge streets closed after building facade collapse
Polk County veterans to receive Thanksgiving meals through Holiday for Heroes
Polk County veterans to receive Thanksgiving meals through Holiday for Heroes
Hundreds of veterans and their families in Polk County will enjoy Thanksgiving meals delivered by volunteers as part of the annual Holiday for Heroes event.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Polk County veterans to receive Thanksgiving meals through Holiday for Heroes
Nevada’s Jaden Grimm returns from injury to help secure school’s first title
Nevada’s Jaden Grimm returns from injury to help secure school’s first title
Nevada capped its dream season with its first state title, highlighted by senior Jaden Grimm’s remarkable return from injury to make key plays in the championship game.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Nevada’s Jaden Grimm returns from injury to help secure school’s first title
West Des Moines school board considers closing Walnut Creek School
West Des Moines school board considers closing Walnut Creek School
The West Des Moines school board is set to discuss the potential closure of Walnut Creek School.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:29 AM
West Des Moines school board considers closing Walnut Creek School
Iowa weather: Colder, active pattern possible after Thanksgiving
Iowa weather: Colder, active pattern possible after Thanksgiving
The long holiday weekend could bring some busier weather to the Midwest, including Iowa
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November 24, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Iowa weather: Colder, active pattern possible after Thanksgiving
Federal shutdown delays LIHEAP heating assistance for Iowans
Federal shutdown delays LIHEAP heating assistance for Iowans
The distribution of heating aid through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program in Iowa has been delayed due to the recent federal government shutdown.
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November 24, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Federal shutdown delays LIHEAP heating assistance for Iowans
Where you can find a real Christmas tree in Iowa
Where you can find a real Christmas tree in Iowa
Christmas music is already playing on central Iowa radio stations, so lights and tree decorations aren't far behind.
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November 23, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Where you can find a real Christmas tree in Iowa
Iowa economist: China’s purchases boost markets, but major soybean gap remains
Iowa economist: China’s purchases boost markets, but major soybean gap remains
China pledged to buy 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans. So far, only around 1 million has been purchased.
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November 23, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Iowa economist: China’s purchases boost markets, but major soybean gap remains
Rocco Becht throws for 3 TDs and Iowa State snaps 3-game skid against Kansas 38-14
Rocco Becht throws for 3 TDs and Iowa State snaps 3-game skid against Kansas 38-14
Iowa State played perhaps its most complete game of the season on Senior Day, cruising past Kansas for the team's seventh win of the year.
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November 23, 2025 at 6:07 AM
Rocco Becht throws for 3 TDs and Iowa State snaps 3-game skid against Kansas 38-14
Drew Stevens' field goal caps Iowa's comeback in 20-17 win over Michigan State
Drew Stevens' field goal caps Iowa's comeback in 20-17 win over Michigan State
Special teams saved the day for Iowa in a dramatic win over Michigan State.
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November 23, 2025 at 4:06 AM
Drew Stevens' field goal caps Iowa's comeback in 20-17 win over Michigan State
Players Era Festival: What to know about Iowa State's upcoming basketball tournament
Players Era Festival: What to know about Iowa State's upcoming basketball tournament
Iowa State will take its undefeated record to Las Vegas for a big test.
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November 23, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Players Era Festival: What to know about Iowa State's upcoming basketball tournament
Never in doubt 😅😅😅
Iowa scored three times in the fourth quarter, including on a last-second field goal by Drew Stevens, to survive Michigan State's upset attempt.
Recap: https://tinyurl.com/t3ytd7xk
Iowa scored three times in the fourth quarter, including on a last-second field goal by Drew Stevens, to survive Michigan State's upset attempt.
Recap: https://tinyurl.com/t3ytd7xk
November 23, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Never in doubt 😅😅😅
Iowa scored three times in the fourth quarter, including on a last-second field goal by Drew Stevens, to survive Michigan State's upset attempt.
Recap: https://tinyurl.com/t3ytd7xk
Iowa scored three times in the fourth quarter, including on a last-second field goal by Drew Stevens, to survive Michigan State's upset attempt.
Recap: https://tinyurl.com/t3ytd7xk
People in Fort Dodge are being asked to avoid the area where a building facade collapsed onto the ground. This footage shows the moment it fell.
November 22, 2025 at 10:38 PM
People in Fort Dodge are being asked to avoid the area where a building facade collapsed onto the ground. This footage shows the moment it fell.
Iowa State finished its 2025 home slate with a resounding win. Shannon Ehrhardt has the details from Jack Trice Stadium.
November 22, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Iowa State finished its 2025 home slate with a resounding win. Shannon Ehrhardt has the details from Jack Trice Stadium.
Easy win on Senior Day.
The Cyclones took a lead on the first drive against Kansas and never looked back, cruising to a dominant win over the Jayhawks.
Recap: https://tinyurl.com/2p9tj3tv
The Cyclones took a lead on the first drive against Kansas and never looked back, cruising to a dominant win over the Jayhawks.
Recap: https://tinyurl.com/2p9tj3tv
November 22, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Easy win on Senior Day.
The Cyclones took a lead on the first drive against Kansas and never looked back, cruising to a dominant win over the Jayhawks.
Recap: https://tinyurl.com/2p9tj3tv
The Cyclones took a lead on the first drive against Kansas and never looked back, cruising to a dominant win over the Jayhawks.
Recap: https://tinyurl.com/2p9tj3tv
Iowa State and Kansas are underway at Jack Trice Stadium. Shannon Ehrhardt breaks down the matchup:
November 22, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Iowa State and Kansas are underway at Jack Trice Stadium. Shannon Ehrhardt breaks down the matchup: