Category Archives: Local News
Elevated Fire Danger Today
(Des Moines) The National Weather Service in Des Moines is warning of elevated fire danger across the state today. From noon to 7 p.m., strong southerly winds of 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, ...
Oct 04, 2025
Fatal Accident in Lyon County
(Lyon Co.) A two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon in Lyon County left one man dead and another injured, according to the Iowa State Patrol. The accident happened at 2:23 p.m. at the intersection of High...
Oct 04, 2025
Families Invited to Enjoy the Best of Fall at Pottawattamie Conservation Parks This October
(Council Bluffs) Peak fall colors are approaching at your Pottawattamie County parks, and Pottawattamie Conservation is inviting community members to visit throughout the month of October to experienc...
Oct 03, 2025
Firm Sued Over Improper Vetting Of Detained Superintendent
(Des Moines, IA) -- Des Moines Public Schools is suing the firm responsible for vetting a recently detained former Superintendent. It comes after ICE agents arrested Ian Roberts who has resigned from ...
Oct 03, 2025
Overnight ramp closures at the Northeast Mixmaster scheduled for Monday, Oct. 6
(Grimes) If you use the Northeast Mixmaster to reach Interstate 235 you need to be aware of two upcoming ramp closures that may slow down your trip. Crews from the Iowa Department of Transportation's ...
Oct 03, 2025
A Thank You from the family of Denson (Nikiti) Ruben
(Atlantic) The family of 8-year-old Denson (Nikiti) Ruben, of Atlantic, who passed away in August, would like to thank the community for their support: "We want to express deep appreciation for the su...
Oct 03, 2025
Iowa dentists accused of incompetence, sexual misconduct, fraud
By: Clark Kauffman The Iowa Dental Board has recently sanctioned several Iowa dentists who have previously been accused of professional incompetence, fraud and sexual misconduct involving a patient. O...
Oct 03, 2025
Audubon's Annual Clean-Up Day Just Around the Corner
(Audubon) The City of Audubon's Clean-Up Day is just over a week away, offering residents a convenient opportunity to dispose of unwanted household items and help keep the community looking its best. ...
Oct 03, 2025
Gov. Reynolds announces disaster proclamation for highly pathogenic avian influenza in Calhoun County
(Des Moines) Today, Governor Kim Reynolds authorized a disaster proclamation for Calhoun County, Iowa, effective immediately through November 1, 2025. The USDA has confirmed a positive case of highly ...
Oct 03, 2025
Former Des Moines Superintendent Facing Federal Charges
(Des Moines, IA) -- Former Des Moines Public Schools superintendent Ian Roberts is charged with federal firearms crimes. He was arraigned in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa this ...
Oct 03, 2025
