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From KGAN, KCCI and 15 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. KGAN32 minutes ago

    Two Iowa meat processors receive $2.17 million in USDA grants, on KGAN

    Two Iowa meat processors will receive a combined $2.17 million in federal grants to expand their operations, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Monday

  2. KGAN36 minutes ago

    Registration open for Practical Farmers of Iowa conference, on KGAN

    Registration is open for Practical Farmers of Iowa’s annual conference, set for Jan. 8-9, 2027, in Des Moines.The two-day event at the Community Choice Credit U

  3. KCCI52 minutes ago

    How to report voting issues in Iowa, on KCCI

    As the 2026 midterms begin, Iowa officials are giving voters a clear way to flag problems at polling places or raise election security concerns.

  4. The Des Moines Register52 minutes ago

    See photos as Iowa Wolves basketball preps for the 2026-27 season, on The Des Moines Register

    See photos as the Iowa Wolves prepare to start their 2026 campaign on Nov. 2, 2026, at Casey's Center in Des Moines.

  5. KGAN1 hour ago

    Judge allows Satanic Temple event at Iowa Capitol, on KGAN

    A federal judge has ordered Iowa officials to approve The Satanic Temple’s holiday event at the State Capitol, finding the group is likely to win its free speec

    Also reported byWHO13.comKCCI

  6. KGAN1 hour ago

    UNI’s Lily Dykstra named MVC Player of the Week, on KGAN

    UNI senior Lily Dykstra has been named the Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Week.The Urbandale native led the Panthers with 20 kills in each of their ro

    Also reported byKWWL

  7. KSOM1 hour ago

    Monday’s High School State Volleyball Scores, on KSOM

    First Round Class 5A #1 Waukee Northwest 3, #8 Pleasant Valley 0 (25-16, 25-17, 28-26) Logan Vogt had 21 kills on .432 hitting, and top-seeded Waukee Northwest swept Pleasant Valley on Monday in the first round of the Class 5A state volleyball tournament at Xtream Arena. The Wolves (30-2) controlled the first two sets, hitting

  8. The Quad-City Times1 hour ago

    Photos: Pleasant Valley volleyball team falls to Waukee Northwest in three sets, on The Quad-City Times

    The Pleasant Valley Lady Spartans wrapped up their season after losing to Waukee Northwest in the quarterfinals of the IGHSAU Class 5A volleyball tournament at Xtream Arena on Monday, November

  9. The Gazette1 hour ago

    Springville’s Hayden Robertson earns fourth consecutive top-10 finish at ISDTA State Solo, on The Gazette

    Hayden Robertson, a senior at Springville High School, qualified for the finals in Class I by receiving one of the best 10 scores at the Iowa State Dance and Drill

  10. The Des Moines Register2 hours ago

    Waukee Northwest advances to Iowa state volleyball semifinals, on The Des Moines Register

    Waukee Northwest took down Pleasant Valley in straight sets to open the quarterfinals of the Iowa high school volleyball state tournament.

  11. KGAN2 hours ago

    Iowa SOS says federal election observers are coming to Polk and Linn County, on KGAN

    The U.S. Department of Justice is planning what the Associated Press described as its largest-ever election monitoring effort, sending about 1,000 workers acros

  12. KCCI2 hours ago

    Full results from Iowa's 2026 midterm elections, on KCCI

    The results of Tuesday's midterm elections will be available after Iowa polls close at 8 p.m.

  13. The Gazette2 hours ago

    Logan Vogt’s 21 kills pace Northwest in sweep of Pleasant Valley, on The Gazette

    Top-ranked Waukee Northwest defeated Pleasant Valley in a Class 5A quarterfinal at the state volleyball tournament.

  14. The Des Moines Register3 hours ago

    Want a white Christmas in 2026? Check the prediction for Iowa., on The Des Moines Register

    White Christmases have been few and far between lately. But what are the chances in 2026? See the latest prediction from the Old Farmer's Almanac.

  15. WHO13.com3 hours ago

    Look WHO’s Talking: Iowa State Fair CEO Jeremy Parsons, on WHO13.com

    DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa State Fair CEO Jeremy Parsons joined WHO 13’s Calyn Thompson on Look WHO’s Talking. The two talked about how special the 2026 State Fair was, particularly the record-breaking attendance and the America 250 displays. While exciting, they also talked about the challenges that come with welcoming over 1.2 million people.

  16. KCCI3 hours ago

    Iowa weather: October one of the warmest on record for Des Moines, on KCCI

    October was one of the warmest on record for Des Moines with temperatures above average nearly all month.

  17. KWQC3 hours ago

    What to know about the Iowa Treasurer candidates before you head to the polls, on KWQC

    The November election is just days away and two are vying for the Iowa Treasurer’s Position in Des Moines.

  18. WHO13.com3 hours ago

    Achieving goal of glass skin, on WHO13.com

    You can achieve the goal of glass skin and see results by combining both products and services. Dr. Heidi Koch, Owner and Medical Director of the Spa at West Glen is here now. Set up your appointment at The Spa at West Glen by calling 515-207-6788 or visiting spawestglen.com. This segment is sponsored.

  19. WHO13.com3 hours ago

    Monday with Megan, on WHO13.com

    WHO 13’s Megan Salois joins us.

  20. WHO13.com3 hours ago

    Get the holiday shopping started, on WHO13.com

    Shop ’til you drop! It’s time to kick off holiday shopping with finds from holiday decor to custom clothes and more. Shannon Nathe, Show Manager of the Des Moines Holiday Boutique, shares the shopping details. For more information and to get tickets, visit desmoinesholidayboutique.com. The event is November 6-8 at the EMC Expo Center. This

  21. WHO13.com3 hours ago

    How the time change affects your mental health, on WHO13.com

    When the clock changes, your mindset can, too. Mental Health Advocate Latrese Kabuya talks about how day light saving time can affect your mental health. Learn more at https://www.latresekabuya.com/.

  22. Viewfinder Media3 hours ago

    East Village: More than meets the eye, on Viewfinder Media

    The East Village is one of Des Moines most aesthetic additions. With small shops around every corner and capital views, East Village is more than what meets the eye.

  23. Corridor Business Journal3 hours ago

    Union Bakery Building among winners of $18.5 million from IEDA, on Corridor Business Journal

    Iowa City's Union Bakery Building has been selected as a winner of the Iowa Economic Development Authority's (IEDA) State Historic Preservation Tax Credit

  24. Corridor Business Journal4 hours ago

    UnityPoint names Schroeder as new radiation oncology director, on Corridor Business Journal

    UnityPoint Health has named its new director of radiation oncology, Dr. Samuel Schroeder, focusing on quality and consistent care as he continues his practice in Des Moines’ John Stoddard Cancer Center. Dr. Schroeder will provide physician leadership for radiation oncology services to the West Des Moines-based healthcare provider. “Sam brings strong clinical expertise, a collaborative

  25. KCCI4 hours ago

    Des Moines man accused of pepper spraying dogs pleads not guilty, on KCCI

    A Des Moines man accused of pepper spraying two dogs has pleaded not guilty.

  26. Raccoon Valley Radio4 hours ago

    Funeral Services for AC/GC Student Taking Place Throughout the Week, on Raccoon Valley Radio

    Funeral services for an Adair – Casey / Guthrie Center student have been announced by the family. Services for Allie Wiers, who succumbed to injuries from an October 17th traffic crash, are taking place tomorrow in Kansas

  27. Business Record4 hours ago

    Iowa opens applications for federal education tax credit program, on Business Record

    Gov. Kim Reynolds announced that nonprofit organizations can now apply to serve as scholarship granting organizations under the new federal Education Freedom Tax Credit program, which is set to begin in 2027. Established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed in July 2025, the program provides federal income tax credits for contributions to approved…

  28. Ottumwa Radio4 hours ago

    Centerville Cheerleaders to Receive Special State Send-Off, on Ottumwa Radio

    The Centerville High School football cheerleaders are heading to state, and the community is invited to help send them off in style! A special police and fire escort is planned

  29. Ottumwa Radio5 hours ago

    Ag eyeing lame duck session for signs of farm bill life, on Ottumwa Radio

    The president of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation says all sectors of agriculture will be closely monitoring the upcoming lame duck session of Congress for any progress on a new

  30. Corridor Business Journal5 hours ago

    QCR Holdings, CRBT to sell three branches to BankIowa, on Corridor Business Journal

    QCR Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Moline, announced today that its subsidiary, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Company (CRBT), has entered into a

  31. Ottumwa Radio5 hours ago

    Grassley Welcomes Over $76.2 Million in Federal Funding to Support Safety and Repair of Iowa Roads, on Ottumwa Radio

    U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) welcomed news from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) that Iowa will receive over $76.2 million in federal funding to improve roadway safety across the

  32. Ottumwa Radio5 hours ago

    Des Moines Man Faces Drug, Weapons Charges Following Marion County Traffic Stop, on Ottumwa Radio

    A Des Moines man is back in custody after failing to appear in court on charges stemming from a traffic stop on Highway 163 in Marion County earlier this year.

  33. KCCI6 hours ago

    Iowa election results: Constitutional Amendment 1, on KCCI

    Iowa voters are being asked this election season to consider changing the state constitution. See what's on the ballot.

  34. KCCI6 hours ago

    Iowa election results: State House races, on KCCI

    All 100 seats in the Iowa House are up for election this year.

  35. KCCI6 hours ago

    Iowa election results: State Senate races, on KCCI

    Twenty-five of Iowa's 50 State Senate seats are up for election this year.

  36. NewsRadio 1040 WHO6 hours ago

    Des Moines Police Department Releases This Week's Mobile Radar Locations | NEWSRADIO 1040 WHO, on NewsRadio 1040 WHO

    The Des Moines Police Department releases this week's mobile radar locations.

  37. Raccoon Valley Radio7 hours ago

    Let’s Talk Dallas County (11/2/2026) with Perry Public Library’s Laura Pieper and Mindy Farmer, on Raccoon Valley Radio

    Today’s Let’s Talk Dallas County program features Perry’s Youth and Adult Services Librarians Laura Pieper and Mindy Farmer as they highlight some of the programs coming up in the month of November.

  38. WHO13.com7 hours ago

    Iowans in the NFL: Hooker’s career day, Campbell’s injury lead Week 8, on WHO13.com

    DES MOINES, Iowa — A former Hawkeye intercepted an Iowa-born quarterback three times Sunday. The quarterback still accounted for six touchdowns and won the game. Amani Hooker and Joe Burrow provided two of Week 8’s biggest performances as Cincinnati beat Tennessee 43-36 in overtime. Elsewhere, Iowa connections helped power a record-setting rushing attack, contributed on