As an empty nester — her older children are in their 20s — Denia Davis, 52, felt like a part of her had died when her children moved out. Then a family member asked Davis if she would consider fostering her cousin’s infant son.
See photos of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis speaking at an event in Cedar Rapids
Though Ron DeSantis hasn't officially declared for next year's presidential election, the two-term Florida governor had a lot to say about 2024 during his keynote address at Saturday's Feenstra Family Picnic in Sioux Center, Iowa.
Former President Donald Trump canceled a rally in Des Moines Wednesday, citing the possibility of severe weather as central Iowa is under a tornado watch until 7 p.m.
Incident happened at rural crossing east of Lisbon Friday afternoon.
Witnesses told police the vehicle crossed several lanes of traffic on I-380 northbound, before striking a guardrail and rolling. The sole occupant was declared dead at the scene.
Julia Davis, sister of Carrie Davis, who was fatally stabbed in 2017, said she hopes the killer’s 50-year sentence will be final this time. Greg Davis was sentenced for the second time, after his first conviction was overturned in 2020.
The Iowa Supreme Court declined to rule on the state’s appeal, saying the question is moot since Medicaid has been complying with a lower court’s 2021 ruling to pay for gender transition care
Ohio Republican presidential hopeful campaigns in Iowa
About 12,000 students will graduate from Iowa’s public universities this weekend – many of whom will commemorate the achievement by participating in one or more of the dozens of ceremonies and receptions scheduled across the three campuses.
A 17-year-old who was killed in a shooting Wednesday night has been identified as Cristian Upah, of Marion, according to Cedar Rapids police.
Iowans who sue after being struck by a commercial vehicle would be limited to receiving $5 million for pain and suffering.
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