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Paramedic’s 911 response leads to warning from regulators
An Iowa paramedic has been sanctioned by the state for an alleged failure to perform lifesaving services in response to a 911 emergency call. According to the Iowa Bureau of Emergency Medical and Trauma Services, paramedic Katelyn Leisinger of Ute and her EMS partner responded to a 911 call on May 28, 2024. Upon arrival, […]
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Double Fatality Motor Vehicle Accident
(Des Moines) Two people died in a two-vehicle crash in Des Moines. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office says the accident happened on August 23 at NW 44th Street and NW 126th Avenue. Authorities say 25-year-old Trey Joseph Ridgeway of Ankeny and 23-year-old Jayden Anna Hughes of Clear Lake died in the crash.
What channel is Iowa high school football on today? Time, stream for Johnston vs. Waukee Northwest
The Iowa high school football season has finally arrived. Week 1 brings with it a big-time CIML matchup between Johnston (0-0) and Waukee Northwest (0-0). The Dragons made their first trip to the UNI-Dome in 2022, but had a down year in 2023. They're looking to rebound and are off to a good...
Des Moines lands an alternative radio station, hitting airwaves with favorites, Iowa music
MTV launched on Aug. 1, 1981, playing “Video Killed the Radio Star” by the Buggles just after midnight. On Thursday, just after midnight, a new alternative station took over the airwaves, kicking off its new era with "Capricorn" by Vampire Weekend, who just played Hinterland in early August. The alternative music station...
Des Moines Bucs to relocate after mechanical issues at home arena. Where will they play?
The Des Moines Buccaneers are moving to West Des Moines after a mechanical issue at the team's longtime Urbandale arena has delayed their ability to make ice ahead of the their first home game in September. The Buccaneers announced Wednesday that their relocation to the MidAmerican Energy Co. RecPlex, 6500 Grand Ave.,...
Drake Bulldogs kick off football season Thursday night
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Drake Bulldogs face off against the Quincy Hawks for the first game of the season on Thursday night at 6:30 at the Drake Stadium. The Bulldogs won their conference championship last year. Todd Stepsis, the Drake Bulldog’s Head Coach, said the team is ready to do the same this year. […]
Men's Soccer Preview: Northwestern & DePaul
Drake men's soccer will aim to get back in the win column with a pair of challenging road matches on deck. The Bulldogs will visit the Windy City for its next two tilts against Northwestern (Aug. 30) and DePaul (Sep. 2) Bulldogs by the Numbers. Drake enters the weekend with...
Vilsack announces label crackdown, fertilizer funding
BOONE, Iowa — Federal agencies are cracking down on meat and poultry marketed to consumers under labels such as “antibiotic-free,” “free range” and “raised using regenerative practices.”. A recent survey found about 20% of meat products labeled antibiotic free were not, U.S. Department of...
Perry swim team eyes fifth-straight state appearance
The 2023 season was a banner year for the Perry swim team, taking on five events and placing 19th overall at the state meet. That extended their streak to four years in a row making it to Marshalltown, and a fifth year looks on the table with some exciting prospects in the water. ...
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