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Trump pollster, former NRCC leader among Iowa-2 candidate Mitchell’s campaign hires
The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. DES MOINES — A pollster that has served President Donald Trump’s campaigns and a former political director of U.S. House Republicans’ campaign arm are...

APOCALYPSE: Cincinnati Bearcats POISED to Stun Iowa State Cyclones | Wide Receivers' TIME TO SHINE
Cincinnati Bearcats gear up for PIVOTAL Big 12 clash against Iowa State—a game that could DEFINE their season! Author: cbs19.tv Published: 3:49 PM CDT October 3, 2025 Updated: 3:49 PM CDT October 3, 2025
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14 New Restaurants to Check Out on Your Next Trip to Des Moines [GALLERY]
Over the past few months, the Des Moines area has had a ton of new restaurants open... and there are more to come! Here are 14 of the new eateries to check out during your next visit to Des Moines, Pleasant Hill, Waukee, Ankeny, Johnston, or West...

Chuck Grassley addresses government shutdown blame and advocates for USDA relocation to Iowa
Senator Chuck Grassley | Official U.S. Senate headshotSenator Chuck Grassley | Official U.S. Senate headshot Senator Chuck Grassley, representing Iowa, used his social media platform on October 1 and 2, 2025, to comment on recent political...

Music conservatory announces 'Messiah' soloists
The Music Conservatory of Coeur d'Alene has announced the soloists for its marquee concert of the year, Handel’s "Messiah." Conducted by the music conservatory's Yevgeniy Grechko, the program will feature soprano Chloe Sundet, alto Elizabeth...

Des Moines schools superintendent resigns amid ICE detention, legal case
Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ian Roberts resigned on Tuesday, four days after federal agents detained him over his immigration status. The Des Moines School Board accepted the resignation, saying he is ineligible to work for the...

BYU vs. West Virginia score: Cougars knock off Mountaineers
The No. 23 BYU Cougars improved to 5-0 to start the season after beating the West Virginia Mountaineers 38-24 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah, on Friday night. It's the ninth 5-0 start in BYU's history and the fourth with coach Kalani...

CFU to cut cable TV in Cedar Falls next October; Mayor Laudick exploring alternatives
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — Cedar Falls Utilities plans to end its cable and TV service in October 2026. The utility stated that streaming services' popularity is reducing the number of programming options available on cable. Additionally, content fees...

Iowa's new five-star makes feelings instantly clear on Caitlin Clark comparisons
Caitlin Clark's tenure at Iowa is the stuff that many incoming recruits attempt to base themselves on (Image: Photo by Matthew Holst/Getty Images) McKenna Woliczko made it clear what she thought about the comparisons to Caitlin Clark after the...

Morning Brief: Shutdown Day Two, Turmoil in Des Moines Schools, & Canada Forces Gun Buyback
No progress as the government shutdown continues, New York state issued commercial driver’s licenses to illegal immigrants but didn’t require a first name, and Canada launches a new gun buyback program. It’s Thursday, October 2, 2025, and this is...

Western Iowa Tech Community College officially launches student-run FM radio station
SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - Western Iowa Tech Community College has officially launched its student-run FM radio station. The celebration featured a wide selection of music and programming with talented student DJs broadcasting throughout the day from the...

Iowa’s Hannah Stuelke selected to preseason All-Big Ten First Team
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - University of Iowa forward Hannah Stuelke has been named to the Preseason All-Big Ten First Team. Both coaches and media have selected her for this honor. It was announced by the conference on Thursday. After earning the...

West Virginia vs. BYU FREE LIVE STREAM (10/3/25): Watch college football, Week 6 online | Time, TV channel
The West Virginia Mountaineers face the No. 23 BYU Cougars, led by quarterback Bear Bachmeier, on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025 in Week 6 of the college football season at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. How to watch: Fans can watch the game for...

Does BYU play today? Schedule, time, TV channel for next Cougars football game
BYU heads into Week 6 as one of four undefeated teams in the Big 12. The 23rd-ranked Cougars are coming off a 24-21 road win over Deion Sanders and Colorado. The rare Alamo Bowl rematch against conference foes featured Kalani Sitake's team...

Iowa City West volleyball beats Iowa City High in Battle…
With the volleyball in the air, Iowa City West’s Taylor Otte got ready for her moment to strike against Iowa City High. The 6-foot-1 sophomore sprung off the ground like a rocket exploding off a launch pad. Otte struck the ball hard enough that it...

Des Moines superintendent resigns, as questions mount about how he was hired in Maryland
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Ian Roberts, the superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, who was detained by immigration agents, is officially resigning from his position, according to his lawyer during a press conference Tuesday. However, during the...
2 universities say they have no record of ex-Des Moines school official's credentials
DES MOINES — More universities have denied claims from Des Moines Public Schools' former superintendent about his education and accomplishments, raising questions about how thoroughly Iowa's largest school district vetted his application. For...

Iowa DOGE Task Force gives list of recommendations to make government more efficient
The day's local, regional and national news, detailed events and late-breaking stories are presented by the ABC 6 News Team, along with the latest sports, weather updates including the extended forecast. (ABC 6 News) — The Iowa DOGE Task Force has...

School board member in tears as superintendent quits over immigration status
The Des Moines school board accepted Superintendent Ian Roberts’ resignation after his license was revoked and DHS said he was not eligible to work in the U.S. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Des Moines Public Schools board has...

Friday Night Hype: Highlights, scores and more from Week 6 of Iowa high school football
Welcome to Week 6 of the Iowa high school football season! Thursday night scoresClarksville 76, Belle Plaine 14Don Bosco 47, Turkey Valley 30Janesville 54, West Central 13Le Mars 38, Sioux City West 6Friday night football forecast It's fall, it...