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Hinson, Turek set for first Iowa Senate debate
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A Suffolk poll puts Josh Turek at 48% and Ashley Hinson at 44% as they meet for their first Iowa Senate debate Oct. 7, reversing Suffolk's August result.
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F-150s, Family Fortunes And Kansas Residency: Iowa Governor Debate Becomes A Battle Over Authenticity
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The Iowa gubernatorial debate turned into a battle Tuesday over Republican candidate Zach Lahn's residency and Democratic state auditor Rob Sand's family background.
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Iowa sues ADI over undisclosed risks from Chinese cameras
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Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird sued ADI Global Distribution, alleging it concealed that cameras it sold were made by Chinese firms Hikvision and Dahua, which U.S. authorities have identified as national security risks. The lawsuit claims misleading labeling and undisclosed security vulnerabilities could expose consumers’ images and location data to hackers or foreign actors; ADI’s response was not included in the reports.
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Iowa QB Brown Questionable for Washington Game
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Iowa quarterback Hank Brown has a sprained AC joint after leaving the loss to Ohio State and remains questionable for Friday’s game at Washington, despite making progress and throwing in practice. Coach Kirk Ferentz said Iowa won’t count on Brown being available, leaving backup Jeremy Hecklinski prepared to start.
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Flock Deal Pulls Back Curtain On 20 Small-Town Cameras Wired Into Nationwide Network
Dylan Kresak · 4 min · 43m
Iowa Records Fourth-Wettest September in State History
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Iowa's September averaged about 8 inches of rain, roughly the fourth-wettest on record; Des Moines logged 14.5 inches, its wettest September in 112 years.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Iowa Loses 31-14 to Ohio State
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Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said the Hawkeyes must clean up costly mistakes after their first loss of the season, a 31-14 defeat to Ohio State. Iowa now faces a short week before Friday’s road game at Washington, with quarterback Hank Brown listed as questionable.
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Iowa Coach Ferentz Dismisses West Coast Travel Concerns
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Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz brushed off concerns about the team’s Friday trip to Washington, saying travel is no excuse. He also said Iowa is working to improve its running game and offensive balance, expressing optimism while stressing that the team still has to execute.
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Three Water-Related Incidents Leave Six Dead
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Two people died after their boat struck a floating object on the Mississippi River near Dubuque, Iowa, ejecting all three occupants; a nearby boater rescued the third person. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating, and the victims’ identities have not been released.
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No. 8 BYU set to face Iowa State Friday
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Undefeated No. 8 BYU hosts Iowa State after the Cyclones’ explosive win over West Virginia, with dual-threat quarterback Bear Bachmeier and BYU’s home winning streak posing major challenges. The Cougars have looked uneven on offense, and coach Kalani Sitake said running back LJ Martin and linebacker Isaiah Glasker were doubtful for the game.
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Courage is a teachable skill built on vulnerability
Brown argues organizations fail from armor and avoidance rather than weak strategy—a vulnerability curriculum IBM and Procter & Gamble adopted directly.
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Jeremiah Smith hits the Heisman pose after record TD catch at Iowa
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Jeremiah Smith caught a 57-yard touchdown from Julian Sayin to pass Chris Olave for Ohio State’s career receiving TDs, then struck the Heisman pose in Iowa City. The clip is making the rounds.
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Pat McAfee Announces $1 Million Iowa Hospital Donation
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Pat McAfee will donate $1 million to the University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital after criticism over initially making the donation conditional on a College GameDay field-goal challenge; when the student missed, he had offered $150,000 after a separate challenge. McAfee said critics were right and that his visit with patients and families had moved him, adding that his show plans to work with the hospital in the future.
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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish
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The foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.
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Haliburton Returns as Pacers Beat Timberwolves in Ames
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Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton returns to Iowa State for a preseason game against the Timberwolves, revisiting the school where he spent two seasons and made lasting memories. He suggested holding the game in Ames and bought tickets for students, while saying he is excited to share the experience with his teammates.
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7 Brew Plans Drive-Thru Expansion in Lindale, Ames
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7 Brew plans to add drive-thru locations in Lindale, Texas, and Ames, Iowa, as the beverage chain expands. The Lindale project is slated for construction in spring 2027, while the second Ames stand is targeted to open by the end of 2026 and is expected to create about 75 jobs.
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College Basketball Teams Set 2026-27 Tipoff Times
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Tennessee and Virginia Tech women’s basketball and Iowa men’s basketball have announced tipoff and broadcast details for the 2026-27 season. Tennessee says every game will be available on television or streaming, while Virginia Tech’s schedule includes ACC Network Extra coverage for several nonconference games and 10 nationally televised matchups.
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More Than 170 Candidates Sign Pledge To Remove COVID Shots From Market
Libby Bandelin · 4 min · 11h
State leaders join Oval Office for Iowa steel plant announcement
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— Sep 28, 2026
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Derek Foss
State leaders showing up at the White House for this feels like a step toward more domestic manufacturing.
Can you actually read a map?
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Fifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.
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Ohio State Special Teams Need Improvement, Day Says
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After Ohio State’s win over Iowa, coach Ryan Day praised progress in the running game and run defense but said the offense still needs more explosive plays. He also said the Buckeyes’ special teams have not improved enough, citing problems across kicking, punting and returns, including missed field goals.
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Two Iowa Shooting Suspects Face Attempted-Murder Charges
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Andrew Tanaka, 27, faces four counts of attempted murder after authorities say he fired at multiple vehicles on Interstate 35 in Warren County, injuring a driver; he also faces a weapons-intimidation charge. In a separate Des Moines shooting, 18-year-old Jayshawn Woods Crawford was charged with attempted murder after a 23-year-old man was shot multiple times near Court Avenue and remains hospitalized.
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No. 5 Ohio State Hosts Maryland for Homecoming
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Ohio State heads into Saturday’s home game against Maryland after a 31-14 win at Iowa, where Jeremiah Smith set school career records and strengthened his Heisman candidacy. The Buckeyes are favored to extend their unbeaten series record against a struggling Terrapins team, whose coach Mike Locksley faces growing pressure.
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Trump announces Mesabi Metallics steel plant in Iowa
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— Sep 28, 2026
The video shows President Trump announcing Mesabi Metallics new mega steel plant in Iowa. The project will create thousands of jobs and billions in investment while producing high quality affordable steel in the United States. @WhiteHouse
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Chris Dalton
This plant could bring real economic growth to Iowa if the jobs and investments come through as promised.
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Report names Francis Halzen as 2026 Nobel physics laureate
Francis Halzen of UW-Madison wins 2026 Nobel Physics Prize for high-energy neutrino discovery with IceCube's over 5,000 Antarctic detectors.
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Iowa Judge Dismisses Trump Poll Lawsuit
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— Sep 23, 2026
Judge Scott Beattie on Sept. 23, 2026, dismissed with prejudice Trump's Iowa poll lawsuit, ruling the "Iowa Poll and its reporting are fully protected political speech."
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Derek Foss
Even a wrong poll shouldn't lead to lawsuits when the results were clearly just predictions, not interference.
55 Myanmar Schools Reopen; US Campuses Plan Returns
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Schools in Hawaii, New Jersey, Iowa and Myanmar are reopening after storm flooding or water-related damage; in Myanmar, 55 of 56 flood-affected schools have resumed classes. At Ardmore High School, repairs to classrooms damaged by a leak are nearly complete, with students expected to return after fall break.
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Iowa Stuns Michigan on Last-Second Touchdown
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— Sep 26, 2026
No. 17 Iowa beat No. 18 Michigan 20-19 on Hank Brown's 16-yard touchdown pass to Reece Vander Zee as time expired after a 91-yard final drive.
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Chris Dalton
Ohio State must fix their second half lapses after that collapse.
Trump to announce $15 billion Iowa steel plant by Mesabi Metallics
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— Sep 28, 2026
President Donald Trump is set to announce Mesabi Metallics’ $15 billion plan to build a major steel mill in eastern Iowa, using iron ore from the company’s Minnesota mine. The project is expected to create about 1,750 permanent jobs, with officials promoting it as a boost to U.S. manufacturing and steel production.
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Chris Dalton
A 15 billion investment sounds promising but I wonder how many of those jobs will go to locals versus outsiders.
Flora Scores Five Touchdowns in Cyclones’ 45-42 Win
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Iowa State beat West Virginia 45-42, powered by running back Aiden Flora’s remarkable performance: 212 rushing yards, three rushing touchdowns and two touchdown passes. The former walk-on has emerged as a versatile standout under first-year coach Jimmy Rogers.
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Mother Of Woman Killed In Russian Lab Incident Speaks Out. She Has Doubts About Her Daughter’s Cause Of Death
Libby Bandelin · 5 min · 13h
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