As talks collapse between traders and growers, hundreds of tonnes of watermelon lie abandoned, exposing the fragility of informal farm contracts.
In 2016, Steven and Ashley Evans took a chance on an abandoned fire station in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, buying it for $90,000 after it had sat vacant and decaying for years. The building had no working ...
When Crystal Gardner needed an urgent C-section, a raging snowstorm had her doctor stranded miles away. But he was determined to find a way to help her! Here, they share their story with Woman's ...
Three years after Iowa lawmakers approved allowing schools to arm teachers, not a single school district has been able or willing to implement the law. It's not for lack of trying for some.
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Brad's evening forecast

Fantastic Friday with 60s here! Colder this weekend with snow north Saturday morning and snow in central Iowa possible Sunday PM.
President Donald Trump on Monday threatened countries around the world to abide by any tariff deals they agreed to, despite the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down many of his far-reaching taxe ...
A new bill that would give farmers in Iowa the right to repair is a big threat to tractor manufacturer John Deere.
Each year, Choose Iowa awards grants to local farmers and agriculture-related businesses. The state initiative also helps promote products made and grown in Iowa — and it’s continuing to grow. One ...
With billions spent, is Iowa's water improving? Farm leaders say yes, but more work is needed. Others want changes — from tweaks to a transformation.