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Joshua Jefferson has no regrets about Iowa State season, and neither do the Cyclones

Joshua Jefferson has no regrets about Iowa State season, and neither do the Cyclones

  • ben.hutchens

Will Jefferson have to wrestle with the “what if” of his ankle sprain for the rest of his life?

ISU's Jefferson wasn't close to playing vs Tennessee, probably out for Elite 8

ISU's Jefferson wasn't close to playing vs Tennessee, probably out for Elite 8

  • ben.hutchens

Joshua Jefferson wasn't even close to playing in ISU's sweet 16 game against Tennessee because of a sprained ankle.

What Iowa State's Milan Momcilovic said about future after Tennessee game

What Iowa State's Milan Momcilovic said about future after Tennessee game

  • ben.hutchens

Retaining Milan Momcilovic would be huge for Iowa State. He was one of two players to start and play in all 37 games this season.

The Universal Language of Basketball: Iowa’s Alvaro Folgueiras faced challenges learning English, now he’s one of March’s biggest stars

The Universal Language of Basketball: Iowa’s Alvaro Folgueiras faced challenges learning English, now he’s one of March’s biggest stars

  • ethan.petrik

A translation mix-up led to laughs, but Alvaro Folgueiras keeps delivering for Iowa as one of the brightest stars of March Madness and the Hawkeyes' improbably Elite 8 run.

Key moments in Iowa State's loss to Tennessee in the Sweet 16

Key moments in Iowa State's loss to Tennessee in the Sweet 16

  • ben.hutchens

Iowa State is attempting to reach the NCAA Tournament's Elite Eight for the first time since 2000.

Watch: Iowa, Illinois preview Elite 8 rematch

Watch: Iowa, Illinois preview Elite 8 rematch

  • ethan.petrik

Iowa and Illinois men's basketball players and coaches met with the media on Friday to preview the Elite 8 matchup between the Hawkeyes and Illini.

‘All Lies’: Iowa head coach Ben McCollum shoots down UNC rumors, wants to be like Kirk Ferentz

‘All Lies’: Iowa head coach Ben McCollum shoots down UNC rumors, wants to be like Kirk Ferentz

  • ethan.petrik

As Iowa surged to the Elite 8, speculation swirled about Ben McCollum and North Carolina. The Hawkeyes coach called the rumors false and reaffirmed his commitment to Iowa.

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Clarinda graduate ends college wrestling career as three-time All-American

Clarinda graduate ends college wrestling career as three-time All-American

Shenandoah bowling celebrates season that included 6 program records

Shenandoah bowling celebrates season that included 6 program records

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Eddie Andrews calls on Adam Steen to drop campaign for Iowa governor

Eddie Andrews calls on Adam Steen to drop campaign for Iowa governor

Eddie Andrews said fellow Republican gubernatorial candidate Adam Steen should drop out after Steen’s campaign helped a donor challenge Andrews’ spot on the primary ballot.

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Red Flag Warning: Critical Fire Weather Conditions in Eastern Nebraska and Southwest Iowa Today

Iowa AG Brenna Bird leads legal challenge of Massachusetts pork restrictions

Iowa AG Brenna Bird leads legal challenge of Massachusetts pork restrictions

The state’s pork restrictions prohibit the sale of pork from livestock that were “confined in a cruel manner.”

Iowa state Rep. Konfrst, Sen. Rowley earn Herbert Hoover service awards

Iowa state Rep. Konfrst, Sen. Rowley earn Herbert Hoover service awards

State Rep. Jennifer Konfrst and Sen. David Rowley received public service awards for bipartisan leadership, community impact and service to Iowans.

Gov. Kim Reynolds signs temporary tax hike to address Iowa Medicaid shortfall

Gov. Kim Reynolds signs temporary tax hike to address Iowa Medicaid shortfall

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signs temporary insurer tax hike to address Medicaid budget shortfall, a move critics say will raise health care costs for Iowans.

DNR hosts ‘learn to hunt’ workshops ahead of spring turkey season

DNR hosts ‘learn to hunt’ workshops ahead of spring turkey season

A Council Bluffs class will be held Tuesday at 5 p.m.at Bass Pro Shops, 2901 Bass Pro Drive. Registration closes at noon Tuesday.

An Iowan lost over $400,000 in romance scam. Omaha FBI caught the scammer

An Iowan lost over $400,000 in romance scam. Omaha FBI caught the scammer

A Connecticut man was sentenced in a federal courtroom in Des Moines earlier this month to nine years imprisonment for wire fraud and money laundering connected to a romance scam. 

US Attorney David Waterman announces senior leadership in Iowa

US Attorney David Waterman announces senior leadership in Iowa

U.S. Attorney David Waterman of the Southern District of Iowa, which includes Council Bluffs, recently announced his senior leadership team.

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Essex farmer named Iowa Master Farmer for program's centennial year

Essex farmer named Iowa Master Farmer for program's centennial year

  • Scott Stewart

Essex farmers Pete and Dana Wenstrand are among four couples selected as Master Farmers by Wallaces Farmer magazine and the Iowa Master Farmer Association.

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US–Israel offensive on Iran: Millions displaced and region on the brink

US–Israel offensive on Iran: Millions displaced and region on the brink

USS Massachusetts joins the Navy fleet amid ongoing war with Iran

USS Massachusetts joins the Navy fleet amid ongoing war with Iran

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Joshua Jefferson interview postgame Tennessee

Joshua Jefferson interview postgame Tennessee

Joshua Jefferson interview postgame Tennessee

Illinois Men's Basketball Iowa Pre-Game Press Conference

Illinois Men's Basketball Iowa Pre-Game Press Conference

Illinois Men's Basketball Iowa Pre-Game Press Conference

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Iowa Men's Basketball Illinois Pre-Game Press Conference

Iowa Men's Basketball Illinois Pre-Game Press Conference

Kael Combs, Bennett Stirtz, Tate Sage | Iowa Men's Basketball | March 27

Kael Combs, Bennett Stirtz, Tate Sage | Iowa Men's Basketball | March 27

Kael Combs, Bennett Stirtz, Tate Sage | Iowa Men's Basketball | March 27

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'This City Was Black' explores culture, identity in New York | Hot off the Wire podcast

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Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Compared with other nations, public opinion here skews more negative. The hosts explore distance, perception and how limited interaction feeds misunderstanding and weakens civic life.

Alessandro Nivola talks Calvin Klein, 'Love Story' and son's career | Streamed & Screened

Alessandro Nivola talks Calvin Klein, 'Love Story' and son's career | Streamed & Screened

The Oscars are in the rearview mirror, which gives us an opportunity to turn our attention back to television and streaming programs.

Luigi Mangione's lawyers seek to delay state, federal trials | Hot off the Wire podcast

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TSA workers might get paid Monday, but their worries and airport woes could linger

TSA workers might get paid Monday, but their worries and airport woes could linger

Experts and labor leaders say the mammoth security lines at some U.S. airports would not disappear overnight.

Trump signs executive action to pay TSA after Congress fails to agree on DHS funding

Trump signs executive action to pay TSA after Congress fails to agree on DHS funding

Johnson rejected a Senate bill and said House Republicans would seek to fund the entire department at current levels until May 22.

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Soil is the foundation of your garden. Keep it healthy!

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Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

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Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

Survey: Many Gift-Buying Parents Pressured to Overspend This Holiday Season

Holiday shopping season is upon us, and the pressure is on, or at least it feels that way for some parents. A new NerdWallet survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, finds that 48% of parents with children under 18 feel pressure to spend more money on holiday gifts than they’re comfortable spending.According to NerdWallet’s annual...

Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

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