Leaders of water-inundated towns in southwest Iowa are blaming the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for blundering decisions that may have contributed to the region's widespread flooding. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says he "absolutely" will call for an inquiry into the Corps' actions, like ordering … [Read more...]
Spring brings new poison concerns for young people
With the arrival of spring and warmer weather also comes the arrival of new risks and temptations for young ones in our homes, garages and yards. Tammy Noble, a registered nurse and spokeswoman for the Iowa Poison Control Center, says this is National Poison Prevention Week and Iowans need to do … [Read more...]
Naked man charged with assaulting Des Moines police officers
Two central Iowa police officers were hurt while trying to arrest a naked man early this morning. Witnesses called Des Moines police about a the, likely on drugs, on the roof of an apartment complex, barking like a dog. Before police arrived around 8 a.m. he came off the roof and allegedly stole … [Read more...]
Several state parks closed by flooding
Nine of Iowa's state parks and recreation areas are either closed or partially closed by flooding and several more may soon follow as the snow melts and the rivers rise. Alex Murphy, a spokesman for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, urges people to please heed the warning signs and … [Read more...]
Manpower survey finds positive outlook for business hiring
A new survey of employers across Iowa offers an optimistic view of the upcoming second quarter for anyone who's looking for a job. Kathy Joblinske, executive vice president of Central Iowa Manpower, says the results fell slightly in the hiring category, but remain very good overall. "We have a … [Read more...]
Plentiful potholes leading to expensive repairs for mechanics
Iowa motorists, beware! That big puddle on the roadside may be hiding a massive pothole that could cost you dearly. You're driving along, minding your own business, and suddenly, wham! Jonna Warner, who manages an auto repair shop in central Iowa, says she's getting a half dozen customers daily … [Read more...]
State covered in flood watches and warnings as snow melt and rain continue
It's said April showers bring May flowers, but after Iowa's snowiest February on record, March showers bring widespread flooding. Meteorologist Brooke Hagenhoff, at the National Weather Service, says there are flood watches and warnings all across the Iowa map and some roads are already … [Read more...]
Senator Grassley has some questions about president’s budget
President Donald Trump's proposed 2020 budget is the subject of multiple hearings this week before the U.S. Senate Finance Committee, chaired by Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley. The president's spending plan reportedly calls for a 31% reduction in funding to the Environmental Protection Agency. … [Read more...]
Des Moines police investigate Saturday murder
Des Moines police are investigating their third homicide of the year. Early Saturday morning, police responded to a call of a person down in a parking lot just north of the downtown. They found the body of 25-year-old Darryn Brooks of Des Moines. Evidence at the scene indicated Brooks had been … [Read more...]
Arrows set to fly in high school state archery tournament
The boys' state basketball tournament isn't the only state tournament that will hold its championship rounds in Des Moines this weekend. Some 1,900 Iowa students from grades four through 12 will compete in the Iowa State Archery Tournament. Donise Petersen, the archery coordinator for the Iowa … [Read more...]