
The World Food Prize Foundation says former British Prime Minister Tony Blair will attend events in conjunction with the prize's award ceremony to be held in Des Moines in October. Blair, now an international envoy to the Middle East, will speak as part of a panel of experts discussing biotechnology and other topics. More>>
Rob Monson of the South Dakota School Administrators Association says the legislative study committee should consider recommending an increase in state funding, not just an adjustment in the way money is divided among schools. More>>
Hagel's remarks came Wednesday before a crowd of about 300 at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, where Hagel earned a bachelor's degree of science in history some 40 years ago. It was Hagel's first trip to Nebraska since he was confirmed as defense secretary. More>>
A group called Grow Greene County submitted more than 750 signatures on Tuesday. Only about 460 verified signatures are needed to force supervisors to schedule a vote. An Aug. 6 election is expected. More>>
By: Jessica Rae jrae@kcautv.com You wouldn't guess it, but Briar Cliff University has something most other Nursing Departments do not, Human Simulators. Briar Cliff University prides itself in it's More>>
A glacial lake, Storm Lake is proud of its waterway and wanted to do something to improve it. So over the last decade it's turned to dredging, a process that improves water quality by removing sediments. More>>
It was in Dodge County, Nebraska where three 16-year old Fremont, Nebraska boys died in a car crash. More>>
A driver was taken to the hospital by helicopter after colliding with a semi on Highway 20 just east of Moville, IA at 11:45am Wednesday morning. More>>
Sioux City is in the running for a revitalization program. More>>
This award is presented by the Community Enhancement Committee. More>>
This involves significant damage sustained from damaging winds, tornadoes, heavy rains and thunderstorms resulting in severe flooding. More>>
William A. "Bill" Krause, founder of the Kum & Go convenience store chain, died this morning at his home in West Des Moines. Krause was 78. More>>
Irrelevant or not, Penn National Gaming, the Argosy's operator, wants full disclosure. Especially when it comes to a lawsuit against it's former non-profit license holder. More>>
Joe Larson caught a tagged fish that was part of a contest sponsored by the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. More>>
South Dakota State University student appointed to the SD Board of Regents More>>
The final decision over the increase is in the hands of the Iowa Utilities Board. More>>
Iowa continues to stand its ground on not legalizing marijuana in the state. More>>
The Denver-based company, Premium Pet Health is opening a new branch in what use to be the AdvancePierre Foods plant in Orange City. The move is expected to bring 115 new jobs with it. More>>
The unit transported and cared for patients who needed treatment in hospitals. Their deployment included more than 3,200 combat hours and more than 650 medical evacuation and training missions. More>>
By: Jessica Rae jrae@kcautv.com Dylan Fischbach is from Vermillion, South Dakota, so the last place you might expect to find him, is in Turkey representing the U.S. at wheelchair basketball, but that's More>>
DNR upland wildlife biologist Todd Bogenschutz says Iowa's pheasant population usually increases after mild winters and dry, warm springs. This year, a snowy winter was followed by record-setting cold temperatures and rain. More>>
A forensics lab has opened at Offutt Air Force Base near Omaha with a special mission: identify the remains of missing soldiers, sailors and airmen from past wars. The lab has been constructed at Offutt Air Force Base inside a section of the massive former Martin bomber plant. More>>
Agrex, a grain merchandising company based in Kansas is coming to Laurel, Nebraska. And by doing so they are single handedly changing the economy there. More>>
Police have released the name of the man who was swept away in the Missouri River early Friday morning. More>>
Lawmakers could not agree on whether protections provided by the domestic abuse laws should extend to same-sex couples. More>>
Authorities responded to a roll-over crash at 2001 Rebecca Street More>>
The Iowa Great Lakes loses half its revenue when school starts in August, according to its Chamber of Commerce. More>>
From weight-loss to cancer prevention, the benefits of apple cider vinegar are thought to be endless. And now two local farmers are trying it out on goats. More>>
When was the last time the family had their picture taken? In this Angie's List report, more about working with a professional photographer to get that perfect picture. More>>
Iowa residents can get information on state parks and outdoor recreation through a new mobile app. More>>
A South Dakota legislative panel has started a study of the state's domestic abuse laws, but it has delayed a discussion on whether those laws should cover people in same-sex relationships. More>>
By: Jessica Rae jrae@kcautv.com Five Iowa farmers are taking their tractors across the state, it's called Playing for Change. The goal is to raise money for the Blank Children's Hospital in Des Moines. More>>
Gov. Terry Branstad says the rules governing school start dates in Iowa are ``too lax.'' More>>
The latest crop report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows Iowa's cornfields have been hit hard by the wet spring. More>>
On an sunny day it's more important than you may have realized to wear sun glasses. More>>
A new tool at Unity Point Heath, St. Luke's is making a common test more safe and more efficient. More>>