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Is Iowa's economy the worst in the nation? WalletHub says yes; economists not so sure
A newly released analysis by WalletHub.com says Iowa has worst economy in the nation but economists question the methodology ...
Gov. Kim Reynolds signs bill aimed at raising Iowa students' math scores. How it works:
All K-6 grade students will be tested three times a year in math under a law Gov. Kim Reynolds signed Monday, June 2.
Capital City PrideFest celebrates in the East Village. See the Des Moines pride schedule
Capital City PrideFest will celebrate LGBTQ+ Iowans this weekend. See the full Des Moines prides schedule for 2025.
Leistikow: First 5 games will dictate how special Iowa's 2025 football season can become
Iowa Hawkeyes football's schedule overall is daunting, which emphasizes the importance of starting fast, including the Sept.
After years of asking, body cam footage released of Oliver Weilein's 2023 arrest in Iowa City
After years of asking and a lawsuit, body camera footage from Iowa City city councilor Oliver Weilein’s 2023 arrest depicts a ...
As his national profile rises, Cooper DeJean continues to give back to Iowa roots
Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl champion Cooper DeJean gave back to his Iowa roots by hosting a charity softball event in Des ...
Avel eCare Positions Technology as a Lifeline for Hospital Viability and Patient Care
Innovative virtual care services are transforming ICU management and ensuring rural hospitals keep their doors open. SIOUX ...
Perry Elementary announces May 2025 Bluejay Leaders
Perry Elementary students are selected each month by teachers for displaying respectful, responsible and safe behaviors at ...
Meet Iowa State Fair CEO Jeremy Parsons, who in 2025 will oversee his third fair
Jeremy Parsons once sent the Iowa State Fair CEO a fan letter. Three decades later, he’s landed that same job and realized a ...
Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders quits coalition, toppling government
Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders' PVV party left the governing coalition on Tuesday, in a move that is set to topple the ...
One of Nebraska's oldest trees, known as 'Old Wolf Oak,' has died. How old was it?
The world's oldest living tree, known as "Methuselah," is a bristlecone pine in the Inyo National Forest between the Sierra Nevada range in California and the Nevada border. Experts believe it has ...
Vote: Des Moines Register metro-area female Athlete of the Week for May 25-31
Here are the Des Moines Register's female Athlete of the Week candidates from the Des Moines metro area for the week of May 25-31. DesMoinesRegister.com readers vote to determine the winners, who will ...