Leistikow: Iowa football's young linebackers pushing for playing time

Iowa football's linebacker positions have seen consistent starters for the past four years, unlike other positions with more rotations. Fifth-year Hawkeyes seniors Jaden Harrell, Karson Sharar and Jaxon Rexroth are expected to start. Redshirt...

How an ex-Iowa State basketball star is sharing 'The Process' with fans

Former Iowa State basketball player Paul Shirley credits focus for his success in basketball, and now in business and writing. Shirley's new book, "The Art of Focused Work," aims to help people overcome distractions. He now runs a Denver-based...

Iowa Democrats consider defying the DNC amid uncertainty on 2028 nominating calendar

Iowa Democrats are considering not following the 2028 presidential nominating calendar, created by the Democratic National Committee, or DNC, after doubts that Iowa will again host the first caucus for the next presidential election....

Top 25 Iowa high school volleyball players in 2025

The 2025 Iowa high school volleyball season will officially begin on Aug. 25 and the talent runs deep across the state. The Des Moines Register has compiled a list of the top 25 high school volleyball players in Iowa. It’s important to note that...

Curious Iowa: Could gerrymandering happen in Iowa?

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. Texas House Republican lawmakers’ initial passage of new mid-decade congressional maps that aim to pad the party’s majority in Washington, D.C., by...

Rusty’s First Alert 6 Forecast: Chilly morning turns into an amazing August afternoon

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The big story out the door will be the temperatures in the 40s and 50s across the entire area! You’ll likely want some long sleeves to start but it will turn into an amazingly mild afternoon. Drop Off Forecast(First Alert 6)It...

Federal tax credit lapse could drive up Iowans' health insurance rates

The expiration of expanded ACA premium tax credits at the end of 2025 could significantly increase health insurance costs for millions nationwide. Iowa's Republican congressional delegation faces pressure to extend the credits as the issue emerges...

Iowa SIDS walk raises money and comfort for families in Siouxland

LE MARS, IA (KTIV) - It was a beautiful day for the 26th annual Iowa SIDS Foundation Walk for the Future at Willow Creek Golf Course in Le Mars Saturday with more than 150 people gathered to honor the lives of babies gone too soon. According to...

Iowa football commit picks up offer from SEC foe

In college football, a recruiting battle isn't truly won until a player is on campus and enrolled in classes. Even then, with the transfer portal, revenue sharing and name, image and likeness licensing, the situation can change quickly. Iowa is...

The senate race in Iowa that could signal a blue wave for the 2026 midterms

He has compared abortion access to the Holocaust and pushed conspiracy theories about the 9/11 terrorist attacks, 2020 presidential election and climate crisis. Christopher Prosch is betting that Maga still rules in the US heartland. On Tuesday,...

Iowa college trains the next generation of pilots to take flight

EMMETSBURG, Iowa (KTIV) - Over eight weeks this summer, a group of high school students traded in their textbooks for wings as they earned their FAA Private Pilot certificates. The Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Flight Academy,...

Penn State football tickets vs. Nevada: Best prices for 2025 games

It's finally time for college football in Happy Valley. Penn State football opens the 2025 season inside Beaver Stadium against the University of Nevada, where the Nittany Lions are heavy favorites against the Wolf Pack. James Franklin's squad...

Penn State football tickets vs. Nevada: Best prices for remaining available seats

It's finally time for college football in Happy Valley. Penn State football opens the 2025 season inside Beaver Stadium against the University of Nevada, where the Nittany Lions are heavy favorites against the Wolf Pack. Advertisement...

Iowa City Regina football returns talent-laden lineup

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. IOWA CITY – Pick the best option to lead your football team? A dual-threat all-state quarterback, coming off a breakout season? A running back with...

Nebraska football’s staff turnover is a first for Rhule in year three

Nebraska football head coach Matt Rhule reached double-digit wins during his third season at both Temple and Baylor. Now entering year three as the head coach of the Huskers, Rhule has multiple staff members with him who helped turn around those...

From The Iowa Meat Truck to Lil Slayyy, here are the best nicknames in the Minors

Iowa weather: Cooling down into the first week of school

Quite the different day compared to the hot and humid week we’ve had. Interactive Radar | Weather Alerts Temperatures struggled to climb deep into the 70s due to the dropping dew points and breezy northwest winds. Skies will remain clear into the...

Iowa hunters can expect to see a new deer tag option for disabled veterans this season

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - The start of deer hunting season in Iowa is just around the corner. During the season, hunters can expect to see a new deer tag option for disabled veterans. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (Iowa DNR) says the new tag...

She’s a ‘running nerd’, doctor of exercise, and the coach behind one of America’s best high school runners

EPWORTH, Iowa (KCRG) - You probably already know Q’s story. That’s Quentin Nauman, who’s first initial is a household name in prep track and field. Nauman had an improbable junior year, winning multiple state titles, and setting multiple state...

U.S. Open fans embrace extra day for first round

Overheard on Sunday on the grounds of the National Tennis Center: “A million dollars later and we’re at the U.S. Open!” That may be a bit of an overstatement. The first day of match play of this year’s Open had something for everyone. As usual, it...