Rural Iowans are asking lawmakers to be more aggressive in fighting for cleaner water in the state's notoriously dirty rivers, lakes, and streams.

“These kids are competitive,” said Jason Allen, director of activities and community education for Des Moines Public Schools in an interview with KCCI. “They are really excited about being her ...

A 16-year-old West Des Moines student was arrested and charged after he allegedly assaulted a fellow student with scissors at Walnut Creek Campus.

Stacy Cervenka will lead the Iowa Department for the Blind starting July 7. Legislator: Law cuts out ‘most extreme factions’ from presidential pick. Dubuque County sheriff seemed to try not to ...

Iowa U.S. Rep Randy Feenstra has secured the endorsement of State Treasurer Roby Smith as he explores a run for governor. Feenstra, a Republic… ...

Illinois high schoolers can now participate in the World Food Prize Foundation’s Youth Institute program in their home state, joining 21 other states and seven countries in the organization's fight ...

The announcement comes less than a week after the Iowa Legislature adjourned for the year without approving her bill that was designed to tackle the same goals.

A coalition from across the country met in Des Moines ... giving away public land, and gutting programs that support rural people,” said Sarah Jaynes of the Rural Democracy Initiative. “We’re ...

Des Moines Prep is a new public charter school opening in August at 106 E. Locust St. in Des Moines’ East Village. The school, operated by Omaha-based Opportunity Education, is expected to have a ...