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Hearing on new consumable hemp regulation law begins Thursday
DES MOINES, Iowa — After a state law took effect on July 1 regulating the amount of THC in consumable help products, eight businesses filed a lawsuit against the state, seeking an injunction. The companies are arguing that the regulations they must adhere to take place too soon after...
Moulton, Iowa: City under boil advisory following water main break
MOULTON, Iowa — The City of Moulton is under a boil advisory Wednesday morning following a water main break, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources said. A water main ruptured at 5 a.m. Wednesday, draining the water tower and resulting in a loss of pressure. While the water main...
Payton Sandfort using NBA feedback for a motivated senior season
WAUKEE, Iowa — Payton Sandfort, Iowa's leading scorer in 2023-24, tested the NBA waters this offseason at the NBA Draft Combine but ultimately decided to come back for his senior year. The Waukee native learned where he needs to improve to be a professional. "My main takeaway was, you...
Iowa to get over $100 million of settlement money, here's how much Polk County gets
DES MOINES, Iowa — Pharmaceutical companies are coughing up big bucks for their role in the opioid crisis. Multiple states have sued them, getting settlements in return. Iowa now has millions of dollars to work with. Local 5 dug into how that money will be spent in Polk County and the impact it could make.
Marshalltown fire crew rescues 2 people from Iowa River at Three Bridges Park
MARSHALLTOWN, Iowa — The Marshalltown Fire Department rescued two people from Three Bridges Park on Sunday, according to a press release. The department responded to the park in Marshall County Sunday afternoon after receiving reports of missing kayakers in the area. Fire crews brought a rescue boat and a...
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