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Iowa police charge man with death of a 15-year-old girl who's been missing since 2017
A man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection to a missing 15-year-old girl, who was last seen by her mother when she dropped her daughter off at the man's Iowa farm seven years ago. Jade Colvin of Ames had gone missing two days after her mother brought her to live...
When severe storms are forecast in Iowa on Wednesday
IOWA — Steady rainfall is moving through Central Iowa this morning and is just the beginning of what will be an active day to night of severe weather. An area of low pressure and warm front is lifting through this morning, bringing in the rain. As the cold front swings through later tonight, a few […]
Iowa Among Top States With Highest Increase Of Unemployment
The numbers keep coming in and things are looking bleak. There have been highly publicized job cuts from John Deere. Plus, other under-the-radar cuts from companies "reducing in force" across Iowa and the country causing unemployment claims to continue to rise. READ MORE: HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE LOST JOBS AT...
Low-Pressure System Brings Rain
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - Starting Wednesday, showers, and storms will return to the forecast as a low-pressure system and a series of fronts approach the Hawkeye State. This weather system will bring an increased chance of showers and thunderstorms, especially on Thursday when the low-pressure system passes through our area. Expect periods of heavy rain, with some spots across Eastern Iowa potentially receiving more than an inch. As the low moves eastward on Friday, isolated showers will linger, but the skies will gradually clear, setting the stage for a mostly sunny weekend. Throughout this period, temperatures will remain consistent, with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s, providing a comfortable but occasionally wet stretch of weather. As we look ahead through the 9-day forecast, this pattern of mild temperatures will persist, so keep an umbrella handy, but also be ready to enjoy some sunshine as we head into the weekend.
Here’s how 29 Iowa airports will use over $17.2 million in federal grants
The U.S. Department of Transportation awarded Iowa airports about $17.2 million in grants across 2024 for repairs and new construction. Of the 29 different Iowa airports receiving grants, three were awarded at least $1 million. Sioux Gateway Airport in Sioux City received slightly over $1 million, Dubuque Regional Airport received about $2.8 million and Des […]
NIACC Career Academy in Charles City Ready for Start of School Year
North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) is ready for the inaugural class of high school students to begin taking courses in the new Charles City Career Academy. New NIACC President Joel Pedersen says the Career Academy, in the Charles City NIACC Center, will allow students from Charles City, Clarksville, Nashua-Plainfield, North Butler, Osage, Riceville, and Rudd-Rockford-Marble Rock school districts to take CTE courses in healthcare, construction, IT and advanced manufacturing.
Iowa Hawkeyes College Football Win Total Prediction in 2024 (Buy the Hawkeyes)
OVER 8 (-135) Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook. After a torn ACL derailed transfer quarterback Cade McNamara's season in 2023 the Hawkeyes quarterback should be back and ready for 2024. Quarterback was a huge weakness for the Hawkeyes last season and getting stable play under center will be a huge source of momentum for Iowa.
Athlon Sports labels Iowa football among top five most overrated in preseason AP Top 25 poll
Athlon Sports isn’t buying into what the Iowa Hawkeyes are selling. After Iowa was ranked No. 25 in the preseason Associated Press top 25 poll, Athlon Sports included the Hawkeyes among its five most overrated teams in the preseason AP top 25. Athlon Sports’ Dan Lyons included Iowa alongside No. 7 Notre Dame, No. 10 Florida State, No. 17 Oklahoma State and No. 21 Arizona as his five most overrated AP top 25 teams in the preseason. Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: Iowa enters the season with one of the country’s most impressive defenses, and an offense that may struggle...
Davenport man arrested after firing several shots toward a home
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - A man was arrested after shooting toward an occupied home in Davenport. Dayton Jackson, 19, is charged with domestic abuse assault with display or use of a weapon, an aggravated misdemeanor, and dominion/control of firearm/offensive weapon by a felon, a Class D felony. According to an...
Illinois, Iowa Preparing for Dangerous Storms and a Lot of Rain
It's been a while since we've had rain, but that's about to change over the next 48 hours. According to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, the Rockford region could get severe storms late Wednesday night (8/14) that could continue through the start of the weekend. Storms and...
World of Outlaws Late Models Start Road to World Finals with Final Visit to Illinois, Iowa For 2024
HIGHLAND, ILLINOIS (August 13, 2024) — The race towards the World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models championship marks a final trip to the Land of Lincoln and Hawkeye State in 2024. Visiting two states synonymous with dirt racing lore, the Series regulars will race four nights at...
Rainy Monday sees a slight drop in Iowa State Fair attendance. See the totals:
A little rain never hurt anybody including those who came out to the Iowa State Fair on Monday amid light showers. Attendance fell short of beating 2023's total on the fifth day of the fair. The showers may have contributed to the shortage in turnout as Des Moines saw nearly half an inch of rain Monday. ...
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