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Burbach's Countryside Dairy Facing Bottle Shortage

The storage room now holds just 250 bottles when usually, there's 1,600. More>>

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Siouxland Company Helps People Prepare In Case of a Tornado

By: Jessica Rae jrae@kcautv.com LiteForm has been building concrete safe houses for more than twenty years. It was not until recently that the company started receiving more calls to have safe houses More>>

Flurry of Activity as Iowa Legislature Nears Sessions End

The state House has unanimously approved an education policy deal that would provide additional school funding. Republican Rep. Ron Jorgensen, of Sioux City, says the compromise plan would provide more basic school funding for the next academic year. More>>

New Community Garden Sprouts Up at Council Member's Home

By: Jessica Rae jrae@kcautv.com If you ever wanted to grow your own garden, but maybe you didn't have the available land, well now you can thanks to Harvest Incorporated. It's a new non-profit organization More>>

Local Gas Station Trying to Catch Gas Bandits

Kum and Go Gas Station on 14th Street Reports 15 Drive Offs So Far in the Month of May. More>>

26 Aurelia Teachers Split $10,000 Powerball Win

26 teachers at Alta-Aurelia get $270 dollars each after splitting $10k Powerball Jackpot win. More>>

Floyd Valley Hospital Faces Tight Upcoming Budget

Floyd Valley Hospital in Le Mars will lose about $250,000 dollars this year because of a drop in Medicare reimbursements; those federal cuts means some extra belt tightening. More>>

iGran Fondo Route Announced

The Iowa Gran Fondo will hit the road July 20, and the route for the second annual ride is now official. More>>

Missing Teen's Backpack Found In Rural Area

Investigators searching for a 15–year–old Iowa girl who was abducted this week have recovered her backpack along with one belonging to a 12–year–old who escaped from the kidnapper. More>>

Fatal Tractor Rollover Near Albert City

A rollover tractor accident near Albert City Tuesday night has left one man dead. More>>

Jamal Dean Back in Court

21 year-old, Jamal Dean was arraigned on charges of robbery, burglary and theft for an April 24th incident where according to court paper-work Jamal and his brother, Lavon broke into a house on Polk Street with a gun and pointed it at the home owner. More>>

Sioux City Man Pleads Guilty to Vehicular Manslaughter

19 Year-Old Oscar Ramirez sentenced to 25 years in prison. More>>

SC Teen Sentenced In Fatal Accident Last Year

By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com 25 years in prison, is what a Sioux City teen has been sentenced to, following a fatal accident last year. According to court documents, 19 year–old, Oscar More>>

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Devastated Oklahoma Elementary Schools Had No Safe Rooms
Devastated Oklahoma Elementary Schools Had No Safe Rooms
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness NewsNews@kcautv.com There are reinforced tornado shelters in more than 100 schools across Oklahoma, excluding the two that were devastated by a Tornado earlier this week in Moore,More>>
There are reinforced tornado shelters in more than 100 schools across Oklahoma, excluding the two that were devastated by a Tornado earlier this week.More>>
Iowa District Nixes Armed Officers In Schools
Iowa District Nixes Armed Officers In Schools
By; Channel 9 Eyewitness NewsNews@kcautv.comPlans for armed police officers in Iowa City schools have been put on hold. The Iowa City Press-Citizen reports (http://icp-c.com/11aFUQz)More>>
Plans for armed police officers in Iowa City schools have been put on hold. More>>
Immigration Reform Moves To Senate
Immigration Reform Moves To Senate
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness NewsNews@kcautv.com The bipartisan Senate "Gang of Eight" held together despite an onslaught of amendments and some efforts to kill its comprehensive immigration reform bill. TheMore>>
The Senate Judiciary Committee passed the Immigration Bill 13-5, largely intact, to the full Senate for a vote.More>>
The Psychological Toll of Natural Disasters
The Psychological Toll of Natural Disasters
By: Hollie Hojek hhojek@kcautv.com As you may imagine, working in and responding to a natural disaster like the one in Oklahoma, takes a hefty psychological toll. On Tuesday, Channel 9 spoke with anMore>>
First Responders Often Suffer From "Flashbacks" after traumatic experiences.More>>
Iowa State adds Men's Basketball Transfer
Iowa State adds Men's Basketball Transfer
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness Sports (AP) Iowa State says that Northern Illinois transfer Abdel Nader has signed with the Cyclones. Nader, a 6-foot-7 forward from Skokie, Ill., averaged 13.1 points andMore>>
Iowa State says that Northern Illinois transfer Abdel Nader has signed with the Cyclones. Nader, a 6-foot-7 forward from Skokie, Ill., averaged 13.1 points and 5.6 rebounds a game for the Huskies as a sophomore last season.More>>
Police Report High Number of Gas Drive Offs in Sioux City
Police Report High Number of Gas Drive Offs in Sioux City
By: Hollie Hojek hhojek@kcautv.com There's been a surprising number of gas drive offs from one particular gas station in Sioux City. Police tell Channel 9 they're getting close to 300 calls from theMore>>
Close to 300 Calls at Kum and Go on 14th Street in Sioux City, Police Say Majority are Gas Drive OffsMore>>

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MidAmerican Energy Customers Can Speak Out
MidAmerican Energy Customers Can Speak Out
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News: Utility customers of MidAmerican Energy Company will get a chance next month to make comment concerning the companies proposed electric rate hike. According to the IowaMore>>
MidAmerican is proposing a total base rate increase of approximately $135.6 million to be phased-in over three years.

MidAmerican provides electric service to approximately 641,000 customers in Iowa. Eight customer comment meetings are scheduled from mid-June into early July 2013.More>>
A Siouxlander's Trip To Oklahoma City For A Rodeo Turns Into A Mission
A Siouxlander's Trip To Oklahoma City For A Rodeo Turns Into A Mission
By Staci DaSilva sdasilva@kcautv.com It was supposed to be a fun weekend trip with friends to Oklahoma City to take part in a rodeo, but for Cindy Berner-Schlite of Merrill, IA, that trip has now turnedMore>>
Cindy Berner-Schlite was planning a trip to Oklahoma City this weekend, and is now bringing a trailer full of donations.More>>
Wind Energy Tax Measure Headed to Final Neb. Vote
Wind Energy Tax Measure Headed to Final Neb. Vote
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News (AP) A bill designed to attract large wind-energy farms to Nebraska is headed to a final vote in the Legislature. Lawmakers gave second-round approval Tuesday to theMore>>
Lawmakers gave second-round approval Tuesday to the bill, which would extend sales tax exemptions to wind-energy companies.More>>
Scientists Say EF-5 Tornado Hit Moore, OK
Scientists Say EF-5 Tornado Hit Moore, OK
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News (AP) Oklahoma City area hospitals say they've treated more than 200 patients, including dozens of children, since yesterday's devastating tornado. Dozens remain hospitalizedMore>>
At least 24 people, including nine children, were killed by what scientists have concluded was an EF5 tornado. That's the top of the scale for wind speed, breadth and damage.More>>
Home Improvement Scams Occur in Northeast Nebraska
Home Improvement Scams Occur in Northeast Nebraska
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com The Madison County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about home improvement scams happening in Northeast Nebraska. Out of state individuals do so byMore>>
Madison County Sheriff's office warns residents about home improvement scams in Northeast Nebraska. More>>
Bottled Water for Oklahoma City Tornado Victims
Bottled Water for Oklahoma City Tornado Victims
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com STORM LAKE, IOWA -- Buena Vista University is partnering with Larson Oil in Storm Lake to collect bottled water to be taken to the Oklahoma City tornadoMore>>
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com STORM LAKE, IOWA -- Buena Vista University is partnering with Larson Oil in Storm Lake to collect bottled water to be taken to the Oklahoma City tornadoMore>>
School Safety Plan In Case Of A Tornado
School Safety Plan In Case Of A Tornado
By: Jessica Rae jrae@kcautv.com This may come as a surprise, but several Siouxland area schools do not have an underground shelter. Remsen Union Schools are one of several in the area that don't haveMore>>
By: Jessica Rae jrae@kcautv.com This may come as a surprise, but several Siouxland area schools do not have an underground shelter. Remsen Union Schools are one of several in the area that don't haveMore>>
Tornado Safety for Places With No Basements
Tornado Safety for Places With No Basements
By: Diana Johnsen djohnsen@kcautv.com If a tornado hits, Kelly Brown of Sioux City can't go to a basement. She lives in an apartment building in town. So if there were a tornado, where would sheMore>>
When a tornado strikes and you don't have a basement to go to for safety, here are some tips.More>>
Angie's List Report: How Often Does Your Car Need An Oil Change?
Angie's List Report: How Often Does Your Car Need An Oil Change?
By: Jenna Rehnstrom jrehnstrom@kcautv.com Does your car need an oil change every 3,000, 5,000 or 7,000 miles? In this Angie's List report, how often depends on a variety of factors. Annie Adams hasMore>>
Does your car need an oil change every 3,000, 5,000 or 7,000 miles? In this Angie's List report, how often depends on a variety of factors.More>>
Legislative Leaders Making Progress to End Session
Legislative Leaders Making Progress to End Session
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News (AP) Iowa legislative leaders say they're getting close to wrapping up the 2013 session. Republican House Speaker Kraig Paulsen, of Hiawatha, says Tuesday that lawmakersMore>>
Iowa legislative leaders say they're getting close to wrapping up the 2013 session. Republican House Speaker Kraig Paulsen, of Hiawatha, says Tuesday that lawmakers are working out compromise deals on key issues.More>>
Obama Opposes GOP Bill on Keystone XL Oil Pipeline
Obama Opposes GOP Bill on Keystone XL Oil Pipeline
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News (AP) The White House says President Barack Obama opposes a House bill that would speed approval of the proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline from Canada to Texas. The WhiteMore>>
The White House says President Barack Obama opposes a House bill that would speed approval of the proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline from Canada to Texas.More>>
Watch Out For Oklahoma Tornado Relief Scams
Watch Out For Oklahoma Tornado Relief Scams
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com Attorney General Tom Miller wants to remind Iowans to be careful about those who try to take advantage of generous Iowans who plan to donate to OklahomaMore>>
Attorney General Tom Miller wants to remind Iowans to be careful about those who try to take advantage of generous Iowans who plan to donate to Oklahoma tornado relief efforts.More>>
Unity Point Health-St. Luke's New Meal Order Technology
Unity Point Health-St. Luke's New Meal Order Technology
By: Jessica Rae jrae@kcautv.com Taking meal orders at the hospital can now be done by the touch of a finger. Unity Point Health Saint Luke's is using a new software called the CBORD to take patientMore>>
By: Jessica Rae jrae@kcautv.com Taking meal orders at the hospital can now be done by the touch of a finger. Unity Point Health Saint Luke's is using a new software called the CBORD to take patientMore>>
Flames Engulf The Front Of A Home In Morningside
Flames Engulf The Front Of A Home In Morningside
By: Shereen MohammadSmohammad@kcautv.comIt was a scary situation for one Sioux City couple after the front of their home was fully engulfed in flames. The fire broke at 1:45 a.m. Tuesday. FirefightersMore>>
A fire fully engulfed the front of a home in Morningside early morning Tuesday.More>>
Norovirus Responsible For Bryant Elementary Sickness
Norovirus Responsible For Bryant Elementary Sickness
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com It appears that the stomach flu, also called Norovirus is responsible for nearly 50 students and teachers at Bryant Elementary last week. On Thursday, SiouxlandMore>>
It appears that the stomach flu, also called Norovirus is responsible for nearly 50 students and teachers at Bryant Elementary last week.More>>
Argosy Owner Files Lawsuit Over Sioux City Casino
Argosy Owner Files Lawsuit Over Sioux City Casino
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com Penn National Gaming, the company that owns and operates Sioux City's Argosy Casino, has filed paper work in Polk County Court, asking for legal action andMore>>
Penn National Gaming, the company that owns and operates Sioux City's Argosy Casino, has filed paper work in Polk County Court, asking for legal action and reconsideration, regarding the recent selection of Hard Rock as the new Woodbury County land–based casino project.More>>
Oklahoma Tornado Deaths Revised Down to 24, Including 7 Children
Oklahoma Tornado Deaths Revised Down to 24, Including 7 Children
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness NewsNews@kcautv.com First responders are in a race against time in the search for any survivors of a devastating tornado that ripped through Moore, Okla., while the medical examiner'sMore>>
Oklahoma medical examiner spokeswoman Amy Elliot said this morning that she believes some victims were counted twice in the early chaos of the storm. More>>
Lake City's Mackenzie Gorden Defies Odds & Graduates Standing Up
Lake City's Mackenzie Gorden Defies Odds & Graduates Standing Up
By Staci DaSilva sdasilva@kcautv.com This year was supposed to be easy for Lake City's Mackenzie Gorden. She entered the school year just 6 credits short of graduating and was already voted captainMore>>
Mackenzie lost the use of her legs after a car accident in June of last year.More>>
Sioux City Police Museum Honors Over 150 Years Of Service
Sioux City Police Museum Honors Over 150 Years Of Service
By: Scott Larson slarson@kcautv.com For over 150 years, the Sioux City Police Department has been serving and protecting Sioux City. And now, that history is on display for all to appreciate. OverMore>>
Sioux City Police Museum features vintage technology, badges, uniforms, and moreMore>>
Oklahoma Officials: Tornado Search, Rescue Ongoing
Oklahoma Officials: Tornado Search, Rescue Ongoing
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By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com MOORE, Okla. (AP) _ The Oklahoma Medical Examiner's Office says a growing death toll from a massive tornado that struck outside Oklahoma City on Monday afternoonMore>>
Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin says ``hearts are broken'' for parents wondering about the fate of their children after a tornado devastated suburban Oklahoma City and officials say the search and rescue effort will continue throughout the night.More>>
Death Toll Rises To 51 In Devastating Oklahoma Tornado
Death Toll Rises To 51 In Devastating Oklahoma Tornado
By: ABC News news@kcautv.com A mammoth tornado carved a trail of destruction through the Oklahoma City metropolitan area, killing at least 37 people and ripping apart two elementary schools today, localMore>>
Medical examiner says 51 dead, more casualties expectedMore>>
"French Fries" Sculpture Returns In Downtown Sioux City
"French Fries" Sculpture Returns In Downtown Sioux City
By: Scott Larson slarson@kcautv.com Sioux City's famous "French Fries" sculpture is returning in a new spot downtown. The fries went into storage over five years ago and ony Monday, they were movedMore>>
They're back! The "Sioux City" sculpture, more commonly referred to as "French Fries," has been moved to a new spot downtown.More>>

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Obama to address drones, Gitmo in security speech
Obama to address drones, Gitmo in security speech
Amid lingering concerns about his national security policies, President Barack Obama is outlining measures to clarify the deadly use of drones against terror suspects.More>>
President Barack Obama on Thursday is expected to address some of the thornier aspects of national security policy, including drone strikes, the prison at Guantanamo Bay and the dire threats Americans continue to face - even...More>>
Man shot by FBI had spoken with bombing suspect
Man shot by FBI had spoken with bombing suspect
A Chechen immigrant shot to death in central Florida after an altercation with an FBI agent had several ties to that of one of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects who authorities were questioning him about at the...More>>
A Chechen immigrant shot to death in central Florida after an altercation with an FBI agent had several ties to that of one of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects who authorities were questioning him about at the time.More>>
FBI arrests suspect in Wash. state ricin case
FBI arrests suspect in Wash. state ricin case
The FBI has arrested a suspect in a case involving the discovery of a pair of letters containing the deadly poison ricin and says investigators are working "around the clock" to address any remaining risks.More>>
The FBI has arrested a suspect in a case involving the discovery of a pair of letters containing the deadly poison ricin and says investigators are working "around the clock" to address any remaining risks.More>>
Colorado killer's reprieve sharply criticized
Colorado killer's reprieve sharply criticized
Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper's decision to block the execution of convicted killer Nathan Dunlap for as long as he is governor infuriated victims' relatives and drew quick criticism from Republicans...More>>
Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper's decision to block the execution of convicted killer Nathan Dunlap for as long as he is governor infuriated victims' relatives and drew quick criticism from Republicans ahead of the...More>>
Jury in Jodi Arias trial resumes deliberations
Jury in Jodi Arias trial resumes deliberations
Jurors in Jodi Arias' murder trial resume deliberations Thursday after they were unable to reach a unanimous verdict on whether she should be sentenced to life in prison or death for killing her one-time...More>>
Jurors in Jodi Arias' murder trial resume deliberations Thursday after they were unable to reach a unanimous verdict on whether she should be sentenced to life in prison or death for killing her one-time boyfriend,...More>>
Birth control coverage up for federal appeal
Birth control coverage up for federal appeal
Contraception coverage by for-profit companies faces a prominent test in Denver.More>>
In the most prominent challenge of its kind, Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. is asking a federal appeals court Thursday for an exemption from part of the federal health care law that requires it to offer employees health coverage...More>>
Nixon library hosts 40th reunion for Vietnam POWs
Nixon library hosts 40th reunion for Vietnam POWs
Two hundred American former prisoners of war who were taken captive during the Vietnam War are arriving in Southern California to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their release.More>>
U.S. Navy Lt. Mike McGrath was just 27 years old, with a wife and two toddler sons in the U.S., when he was shot down and taken prisoner on his 179th bombing mission during the Vietnam War.More>>
Youngest Okla. tornado victims remembered by kin
Youngest Okla. tornado victims remembered by kin
Nine-year-old Sydney Angle was "everywhere at once" when she was out on the softball field. Kyle Davis, 8, was nicknamed "The Wall" because of his size and presence on the soccer field. JaNae Hornsby, also 9, was the...More>>
Nine-year-old Sydney Angle was "everywhere at once" when she was out on the softball field. Kyle Davis, 8, was nicknamed "The Wall" because of his size and presence on the soccer field. JaNae Hornsby, also 9, was the life of...More>>
Tea party storm largely inside IRS _ so far
Tea party storm largely inside IRS _ so far
Three days of congressional hearings about the Internal Revenue Service's targeting of conservative political groups have lawmakers looking for ways to widen an investigation that has so far been largely...More>>
Three days of congressional hearings about the Internal Revenue Service's targeting of conservative political groups have lawmakers looking for ways to widen an investigation that has so far been largely contained within...More>>
Bronx 'ghetto' tours stop amid residents' outrage
Bronx 'ghetto' tours stop amid residents' outrage
A company that promised sightseer tours to the Bronx that included a New York City "ghetto" has stopped the bus rides under fire from an outraged neighborhood.More>>
A company that promised sightseer tours to the Bronx that included a New York City "ghetto" has stopped the bus rides under fire from an outraged neighborhood.More>>

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Markets roiled by Nikkei's 7.3 percent slide
Markets roiled by Nikkei's 7.3 percent slide
Asian stock markets slid Thursday, pulled down by a contraction in China's manufacturing that adds to signs that the shaky recovery in the world's No. 2 economy is slowing.More>>
Financial markets around the world were roiled Thursday after Japanese stocks suffered their biggest slide since the country was hit by a devastating tsunami more than two years ago.More>>
Brave woman tried to reason with London attackers
Brave woman tried to reason with London attackers
A brave scout leader who may have prevented further violence has emerged as an unlikely hero in the apparent terror attack that left one man dead on the streets of London.More>>
A brave scout leader who may have prevented further violence has emerged as an unlikely hero in the apparent terror attack that left one man dead on the streets of London.More>>
UK emergency committee meets after attack
UK emergency committee meets after attack
The British government's emergency committee is going to meet after two attackers butchered a man in a brutal daylight attack in London amid fears that terrorism has returned to the capital.More>>
The British government's emergency committee met Thursday after two attackers butchered a British soldier in a daylight attack in London that raised fears terrorism had returned to the capital.More>>
Report: Rafsanjani blasts Iran's rulers
Report: Rafsanjani blasts Iran's rulers
An Iranian pro-reform website is reporting that former president Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani has strongly criticized the policies of the country's ruling clerical establishment, days after a constitutional...More>>
An Iranian pro-reform website is reporting that former president Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani has strongly criticized the policies of the country's ruling clerical establishment, days after a constitutional watchdog...More>>
Pakistan arrested American who was killed by drone
Pakistan arrested American who was killed by drone
Pakistani authorities once arrested an American citizen now known to have been killed in a U.S. drone strike in the country, but he escaped after being released on bail.More>>
Pakistani authorities once arrested an American citizen now known to have been killed in a U.S. drone strike in the country, but he escaped after being released on bail.More>>
Stricken Japan nuke plant struggles to keep staff
Stricken Japan nuke plant struggles to keep staff
Keeping the meltdown-stricken Fukushima nuclear plant in northeastern Japan in stable condition requires a cast of thousands. Increasingly the plant's operator is struggling to find enough workers, a trend that...More>>
Keeping the meltdown-stricken Fukushima nuclear plant in northeastern Japan in stable condition requires a cast of thousands. Increasingly the plant's operator is struggling to find enough workers, a trend that many...More>>
UN chief arrives in Goma, Congo
UN chief arrives in Goma, Congo
U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon arrived in Goma, eastern Congo, hours after a rebel group fighting government forces nearby said they would impose a cease-fire to permit the visit to proceed.More>>
U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon arrived in Goma, eastern Congo, hours after a rebel group fighting government forces nearby said they would impose a cease-fire to permit the visit to proceed.More>>
Father of Afghanistan cricket captain abducted
Father of Afghanistan cricket captain abducted
Afghanistan's cricket board says gunmen have kidnapped the father of its national team captain.More>>
Gunmen kidnapped the father of Afghanistan's national cricket team captain near his home in an eastern city, officials said Thursday.More>>
Simultaneous car bomb attacks in Niger
Simultaneous car bomb attacks in Niger
Attackers in Niger detonated two car bombs, one in the city of Agadez where a military barracks was targeted and one in Arlit where a French company operates a uranium mine, injuring more than a dozen people.More>>
Attackers in Niger detonated two car bombs at dawn on Thursday, one in the city of Agadez where a military barracks was targeted and one in Arlit where a French company operates a uranium mine, injuring more than a dozen...More>>
Paul McCartney writes in support of Pussy Riot
Paul McCartney writes in support of Pussy Riot
Beatles frontman Paul McCartney has asked a Russian judge to release members of the Pussy Riot punk group from prison.More>>
Beatles frontman Paul McCartney has asked a Russian judge to release members of the Pussy Riot punk group from prison.More>>

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Officials: Davenport couple over white bass limit
Officials: Davenport couple over white bass limit
A Davenport couple has been accused of having way too many white bass.More>>
A Davenport couple has been accused of having way too many white bass.More>>
West Des Moines Water Works hires new GM
West Des Moines Water Works hires new GM
West Des Moines Water Works has promoted its engineering project manager to general manager.More>>
West Des Moines Water Works has promoted its engineering project manager to general manager.More>>
Internet service startup receives $100K Iowa award
Internet service startup receives $100K Iowa award
An eastern Iowa startup that tries to help businesses find cheaper Internet service has been awarded $100,000 in state assistance to help develop the company.More>>
An eastern Iowa startup that tries to help businesses find cheaper Internet service has been awarded $100,000 in state assistance to help develop the company.More>>
Latest Iowa news, sports, business and entertainment
Latest Iowa news, sports, business and entertainment
The Iowa Senate adjourned the 2013 legislative session late Wednesday night, but the House is set to return Thursday for more votes.More>>
The Iowa Senate adjourned the 2013 legislative session late Wednesday night, but the House is set to return Thursday for more votes.More>>
News Minute: Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press
Iowa lawmakers have reached a tentative deal to accept federal funding to provide health care coverage to low-income residents. Democratic Senate President Pam Jochum of Dubuque says the agreement backed by Republican...More>>
Iowa lawmakers look to end legislative session
Iowa lawmakers look to end legislative session
Iowa lawmakers are expected back in the state Capitol on Wednesday and legislative leaders say they are close to concluding the 2013 session.More>>
Iowa lawmakers are expected back in the state Capitol on Wednesday and legislative leaders say they are close to concluding the 2013 session.More>>
Lawmakers have deal on low-income health care
Lawmakers have deal on low-income health care
Iowa lawmakers have reached a tentative deal to accept federal funding to provide health care coverage to low-income residents.More>>
Iowa lawmakers have reached a tentative deal to accept federal funding to provide health care coverage to low-income residents.More>>
House unanimously approves 1-time spending bill
House unanimously approves 1-time spending bill
House lawmakers have unanimously approved a measure that includes a number of one-time spending items, ranging from raising the state contribution toward law enforcement pensions to money for food banks.More>>
House lawmakers have unanimously approved a measure that includes a number of one-time spending items, ranging from raising the state contribution toward law enforcement pensions to money for food banks.More>>
Iowa education director quits for Colorado job
Iowa education director quits for Colorado job
As the state Legislature was nearing approval of significant changes to Iowa's public school system, the Iowa Department of Education director accepted a job as superintendent of a Colorado school district.More>>
As the state Legislature was nearing approval of significant changes to Iowa's public school system, the Iowa Department of Education director accepted a job as superintendent of a Colorado school district.More>>
Lawmakers OK $6 billion bill that funds schools
Lawmakers OK $6 billion bill that funds schools
The Iowa Legislature has approved a bill that calls for nearly $6 billion in spending on a variety of programs and initiatives over the next two fiscal years.More>>
The Iowa Legislature has approved a bill that calls for nearly $6 billion in spending on a variety of programs and initiatives over the next two fiscal years.More>>

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House passes GOP bill to speed pipeline approval
House passes GOP bill to speed pipeline approval
House Republicans have pushed through legislation to bypass the president to speed approval of the Keystone XL oil pipeline from Canada to Texas.More>>
House Republicans have pushed through legislation to bypass the president to speed approval of the Keystone XL oil pipeline from Canada to Texas.More>>
Railroads urge drivers to be cautious at crossings
Railroads urge drivers to be cautious at crossings
When travelers hit the road for Memorial Day weekend, they should be careful when crossing railroad tracks.More>>
When travelers hit the road for Memorial Day weekend, they should be careful when crossing railroad tracks.More>>
News Minute: Here is the latest Nebraska news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Nebraska news from The Associated Press
The House of Representatives has taken up a Republican-sponsored bill that would speed approval of the proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline from Canada to Texas. Supporters say the bill, sponsored by Congressman Lee Terry of...More>>
Komodo dragon on display at Omaha zoo
Komodo dragon on display at Omaha zoo
A Komodo dragon is now on display at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium.More>>
A Komodo dragon is now on display at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium.More>>
Dog shot during Omaha home invasion recovering
Dog shot during Omaha home invasion recovering
Veterinarians have been able to save the leg of a 9-month-old puppy shot by intruders during a home invasion in north Omaha last week.More>>
Veterinarians have been able to save the leg of a 9-month-old puppy shot by intruders during a home invasion in north Omaha last week.More>>
Gage County officials seek $5.6 M road bond issue
Gage County officials seek $5.6 M road bond issue
Ballots for a proposed $5.6 million Gage County road bond issue will be in the mail this week.More>>
Ballots for a proposed $5.6 million Gage County road bond issue will be in the mail this week.More>>
More Neb. families could qualify for care subsidy
More Neb. families could qualify for care subsidy
A bill that would allow more working families in Nebraska to qualify for child care subsidies is headed to a final vote in the Legislature.More>>
A bill that would allow more working families in Nebraska to qualify for child care subsidies is headed to a final vote in the Legislature.More>>
House takes up GOP bill to speed pipeline approval
House takes up GOP bill to speed pipeline approval
The House has taken up a Republican-sponsored bill that would speed approval of the proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline from Canada to Texas.More>>
The House has taken up a Republican-sponsored bill that would speed approval of the proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline from Canada to Texas.More>>
Omaha City Council delays Civic Auditorium plan
Omaha City Council delays Civic Auditorium plan
The Omaha City Council has deferred a plan by outgoing Mayor Jim Suttle to have a large real estate firm help in redeveloping the Omaha Civic Auditorium site.More>>
The Omaha City Council has deferred a plan by outgoing Mayor Jim Suttle to have a large real estate firm help in redeveloping the Omaha Civic Auditorium site.More>>
Neb. AG wants to revoke license of abortion nurse
Neb. AG wants to revoke license of abortion nurse
Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning says the only nurse at Dr. LeRoy Carhart's abortion clinic in Bellevue should lose her license because of substandard care there.More>>
Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning says the only nurse at Dr. LeRoy Carhart's abortion clinic in Bellevue should lose her license because of substandard care there.More>>

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Steenholdt named new Whitewood police chief
Steenholdt named new Whitewood police chief
The western South Dakota town of Whitewood has named a 20-year law-enforcement veteran as its new police chief.More>>
The western South Dakota town of Whitewood has named a 20-year law-enforcement veteran as its new police chief.More>>
Legion national commander visiting Garretson
Legion national commander visiting Garretson
The national commander of The American Legion is visiting Garretson on Thursday.More>>
The national commander of The American Legion is visiting Garretson on Thursday.More>>
Gov. mansion tours start next month
Gov. mansion tours start next month
The third season of free weekly tours at the South Dakota Governor's mansion will begin next month.More>>
The third season of free weekly tours at the South Dakota Governor's mansion will begin next month.More>>
News Minute: Here is the latest South Dakota news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest South Dakota news from The Associated Press
Governor Dennis Daugaard (DOO'-gahrd) says he will call the South Dakota Legislature into a special session sometime in late June to deal with cost overruns in the construction of a new State Veterans Home in Hot...More>>
This Hour: Latest South Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment
This Hour: Latest South Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment
State Climatologist Dennis Todey (TAH'dee) says recent rains across much of South Dakota have improved the outlook for farmers and ranchers hurt by a year-long drought.More>>
SD governor calling special legislative session
SD governor calling special legislative session
Gov. Dennis Daugaard says he will call the South Dakota Legislature into a special session sometime in late June to deal with cost overruns in the construction of a new State Veterans Home in Hot Springs.More>>
Gov. Dennis Daugaard says he will call the South Dakota Legislature into a special session sometime in late June to deal with cost overruns in the construction of a new State Veterans Home in Hot Springs.More>>
Lower Brule Sioux Tribe seek approval of SD casino
Lower Brule Sioux Tribe seek approval of SD casino
The Lower Brule Sioux Tribe has asked for federal approval of its plan to build a new casino along Interstate 90 near the central South Dakota town of Oacoma (Oh'-uh-COH-muh).More>>
The Lower Brule Sioux Tribe has asked for federal approval of its plan to build a new casino along Interstate 90 near the central South Dakota town of Oacoma (Oh'-uh-COH-muh).More>>
In top coal state, gas could fuel next power plant
In top coal state, gas could fuel next power plant
The newest electrical generation project in the top coal-mining state is a power plant to be fueled by natural gas.More>>
The newest electrical generation project in the top coal-mining state is a power plant to be fueled by natural gas.More>>
South Dakota drug bust ends in arrests, dog killed
South Dakota drug bust ends in arrests, dog killed
Authorities searching a home for drugs in the southeastern South Dakota town of Chancellor during a parole check arrested three people and shot and killed a dog.More>>
Authorities searching a home for drugs in the southeastern South Dakota town of Chancellor during a parole check arrested three people and shot and killed a dog.More>>
Leaky Deadwood library closed indefinitely
Leaky Deadwood library closed indefinitely
So many leaks have sprung in the roof of the Deadwood Public Library that officials there have closed it indefinitely.More>>
So many leaks have sprung in the roof of the Deadwood Public Library that officials there have closed it indefinitely.More>>

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