Christa Pike's attorneys to hold press conference 1 week after failed execution attempt
Christa Pike's attorneys are speaking one day after they said the Tennessee inmate was alive and speaking at the hospital.
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Israelis gather to mourn the Oct. 7 attack 3 years later as Palestinians live in devastated Gaza
Israelis have gathered to mourn three years after the Hamas-led Oct. 7, 2023, attack, which killed 1,200 people, saw 251 taken hostage and sparked the war in Gaza.
Frozen blueberry recall expands to 30 states over E. coli fears, Walmart and Trader Joe's affected
Chilean producer Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. expanded its recall of frozen fruit sold at Walmart and Trader Joe's due to potential E. coli contamination.
Argentina bids Messi farewell in final national team match, ending an era
Lionel Messi retires as a national hero whose triumphs offered Argentines relief from years of political and economic turmoil.
Polk County intersection receives pushback for high number of crashes, fatalities
The daughter of Linda Fristoe, who died in an car accident last Wednesday, spoke out about the dangers of the intersection her mother died at.
'Dancing with the Stars' live tour coming to 60 US cities
The "Dancing with the Stars" live tour will hit 60 cities across North America starting in 2027.
Expedition crew from Indiana prepares to search for Amelia Earhart's plane wreckage
The Purdue expedition crew plans to travel six days to Nikumaroro, Kiribati to search for Amelia Earhart's plan wreckage.
Northern Iowa sheriff self-imposes fine after raccoon trapped at county site was left for over 24 hours
Sheriff Roger Fisher admitted fault for not checking a trap at a county site, leading to a raccoon being trapped for over 24 hours.
School districts across the US banned a record number of books during the 2025-26 school year, report says
PEN America said 11,982 books were banned in a single school year, with the overwhelming majority of the bans happening in two states.
1 person, 1 dog injured after on-ramp crash on eastbound I-235
A photo from the scene shows the truck flipped over the outside barrier.
Carlisle elementary reopens despite citywide water disruptions
Carlisle Elementary reopened after a water main break, prioritizing on-site learning for younger students, with portable restrooms and guidance from state experts.
2 meteor showers peak in October. Here's when and where you can watch them
October offers a celestial spectacle with two meteor showers peaking. Here's what to know about when and how to watch them.
Creston, Afton firefighters put out fire believed to be caused by improper cigarette disposal
On inspection, crews discovered that the floor joists were burning.
Iowans could see northern lights Thursday night: Here's how
NOAA has issued a G2 geomagnetic storm watch for a solar eruption heading toward Earth.
Urbandale to reduce lanes on Douglas Avenue as 1st step to downtown revitalization
Urbandale will reduce lanes on Douglas Avenue beginning Tuesday night.
Oscar-winning actress Eva Marie Saint dies at 102
Eva Marie Saint died in her Los Angeles, California, home on Tuesday, a representative said.
2026 Iowa midterm election coverage | How to watch live election results on WeAreIowa+
Local 5 reporters and political experts will cover key races across Iowa in the Nov. 3 midterm election.
Attorneys say Christa Pike is 'conscious and speaking' after failed execution
Christa Pike's attorneys say she is "conscious and speaking" nearly a week after a failed execution attempt in Tennessee.
Polk County Board of Supervisors moves forward with plan to turn underused land into entertainment district
The board's vote hires Simonson & Associates to study the concept at a cost of $273,000.
Eastern Iowa fugitive arrested in San Diego after 14 years on the run, US Marshals announce
According to the USMS, 50-year-old Brian Anthony Williams was located in the Mission Beach Area of San Diego on Tuesday and arrested without incident.
When will Social Security COLA for 2027 come out? Here's what to know
The annual COLA announcement will reveal how much money retirees will receive on their checks every month starting in January 2027.
Southeast Warren schools' Liberty Center Building closed Friday-Monday
Grades 5-12 will have a virtual learning day Friday for repairs to take place.
'I had to kill people today': Accused I-35 shooter faces 4 charges of attempted murder
Andrew Tanaka, 27, of West Des Moines, is charged with four counts of attempted murder after allegedly firing on vehicles along I-35, according to the Iowa DCI.
Iowa leaders react to President Trump's executive order on dyed diesel
The executive order lifts penalties and pauses taxes on dyed diesel fuel used on public roads.
House Speaker Mike Johnson joining Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks for rally in Davenport
The event will be held at noon on Friday, Oct. 9. Anyone wanting to attend must RSVP online.
Victims identified in fatal Mississippi River boating incident near Dubuque
Two people died and a third was rescued Saturday afternoon after a boat struck a floating object on the Mississippi River near Dubuque, according to the Iowa DNR.
What to know about the Norwalk Community School District's $65M bond referendum
If passed, the referendum would not increase property taxes, the school district said.
Record Store Day Black Friday 2026. See the full list of releases
Record Store Day unveils 180 exclusive albums for Black Friday.
Washington state resident arrested in connection to February school shooting in British Columbia
A 30-year-old Washington state resident is accused of communicating with the shooter in the February mass shooting that left nine dead and 25 injured in Canada.
Washington state man arrested in connection to February school shooting in British Columbia
A 30-year-old Washington state man is accused of communicating with the shooter in the February mass shooting that left nine dead and 25 injured in Canada.
Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks facing Christina Bohannan in Iowa's 1st Congressional District
This is the third time the two have run against one another, with Miller-Meeks winning both previous elections in 2022 and 2024.
Student loan borrowers have more time to reduce their interest rate. Here's what to know.
Student loan borrowers now have until the end of 2026 to enroll in auto pay and have their interest rate reduced by 1%. Here's what to know.
World Space Week is here. Here’s what to know about the annual celebration
World Space Week runs Oct. 4 to Oct. 10 and commemorates the launch of Sputnik 1 and the signing of the Outer Space Treaty.
Daily Dose: Heart failure deaths climb, blood pressure treatment gaps and fall allergy clues
Heart failure deaths reach a new high, with the sharpest rise in younger adults. Plus, blood pressure care gaps and allergies for the Daily Dose health headlines.
After Christa Pike's failed execution, here is where all 50 states stand on the death penalty
It is nearly a 50-50 split on states that allow the death penalty.
R&B singer Freddie Jackson has died, his family says
R&B singer Freddie Jackson, known for hits such as "You Are My Lady" and "Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)" has died, his family announced on social media.
National Taco Day: Deals and discounts from Moe's Southwest Grill, Chuy's and more
Some fan-favorite restaurants are going big this National Taco Tuesday, offering deals and freebies on Tuesday, Oct. 6
Texas mom charged with capital murder in the deaths of her two sons; father seeks answers
Scott Pitre of Texas just recently spent a weekend at the lake with his sons. Now, he's planning their funerals. Their mother has been charged with capital murder.
Does your neighborhood go all out for Halloween? Reese’s is searching for America’s trick-or-treatiest street
Reese’s is searching for America’s best Halloween street, with 150 finalists competing for a neighborhoodwide celebration and bragging rights.
Emmy Awards moving to Prime Video in 2027 in 6-year deal — and you won't need a subscription to watch
The Emmy Awards are moving to Prime Video beginning in 2027 in a six-year deal that ends a seven-decade run of broadcast networks airing the ceremony.
Signs and symptoms of dengue to watch for if you're traveling to Florida
Florida has reported more than 250 cases of locally acquired dengue, a mosquito-borne disease that a flu-like illness with muscle aches and fevers.
Dolly Parton's newest hotel and museum is now open in Nashville
Promoters described Dolly Parton's new Nashville museum as "a love letter to the city of Nashville."
Victims in northeast Iowa boating accident identified
The two men who drowned in a boating accident over the weekend near Dubuque have been identified.
Paramount and Warner Bros. have merged. Will streaming get more expensive?
Could Paramount+ and HBO Max become one streaming platform now that their parent companies have merged? Details about the plan are still unclear.
Paramount and Warner Bros are now one Hollywood giant: Skydance. Here's how we got here
Paramount's $81 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery creates a media giant, bringing two of America’s oldest moviemaking studios together.
Carlisle water update: 'Do not use' order still in effect, water tower refilling
Bottled water remains available at the city's distribution center accross from City Hall from 7-9 a.m. and 4-6 p.m.
Taylor Swift dethrones Ella Langley's record-breaking 'Choosin' Texas' on Billboard Hot 100
After a record-breaking 24 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100, Taylor Swift's new single, "Patient Zero," has dethroned Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas."
President Trump signs order extending tax-free use of red-dyed diesel during midterm stop in Nebraska
With just four weeks until Election Day, President Trump signed an executive order to ease limits on the tax-free use of red-dyed diesel amid high fuel prices.
Lawsuit claims Starbucks ‘sugar-free’ protein drinks contain up to 21 grams of sugar
Starbucks is facing a class-action lawsuit over claims that eight protein drinks labeled "sugar-free" contain up to 21 grams of sugar.
Kraft Mac & Cheese is bringing its cheesy flavor to ramen. Here’s what to know.
Kraft Mac & Cheese is launching Cheesy Ramen in three flavors, marking the brand’s first move into a new food category in nearly 20 years.
Their combined birthweight made headlines. Now, 'Heavyweight Twins' turn 90
When Les and Les Koehnen were born in 1936, they were thought at the time to be among the nation’s heaviest newborn twins ever.
Hearing on Kilmar Ábrego Garcia’s deportation case abruptly canceled
Kilmar Ábrego Garcia on Tuesday will be back in federal court, where the federal government will continue its attempt to deport him in an 18-month saga.
UK police arrest a 7th man in connection with a security incident at a US-run air base
British police said a 22-year-old man has been arrested in London on suspicion of terror offense over incident at U.S.-run air base.
This Dallas artist turned his yard into a creepy hospital filled with 40 mannequins
Steven Novak says the mannequins wear hospital bracelets bearing the names of his ex-girlfriends as part of the joke.
Amazon, Target and Walmart all have fall sales this week. Here's what discounts they're offering.
Amazon isn't the only retailer holding an October sale though, as other major stores try to jump in on the early holiday shopping trend.
'Carrie' cast, creator preview modern adaptation of Stephen King's first book
All eight episodes of "Carrie" are released Wednesday, Oct. 7, on Prime Video.
President Trump approves firing squad for 2009 Fort Hood shooter
The approval comes days after Tennessee failed to execute convicted killer Christa Pike with a lethal injection, igniting public debate over the death penalty.
Man living in Congo who returned to Kenya is country's first confirmed Ebola case and first death
A Kenyan citizen who was living in Congo before returning to Nairobi over the weekend became Kenya’s first confirmed case of Ebola and the country’s first death.
Jim Bakker, who built ‘PTL Club’ televangelism empire and went to prison for fraud, has died at 86
Jim Bakker, who built a huge TV following and evangelical empire with his first wife, Tammy Faye, which later collapsed in scandals and financial crimes, has died.
Getting a US passport may soon get much easier
First-time U.S. passport applicants will be able to apply online in 2027, including submitting a phone photo, paying securely and tracking delivery.
Davis County Community Schools bus hits horse during return trip from cross country meet
Davis County Community Schools officials did not provide the condition of the horse that was hit.
Did anyone win Powerball's $467M jackpot? Here are the winning numbers for Oct. 5
Powerball's $467 million jackpot awaits a winner; check your tickets to see if you won a prize.
'We’re here to save lives': How a rural Georgia hospital mobilized to help 26 patients from a mass shooting
Two people were killed and dozens of others were hurt in a Georgia shooting on Sunday. Here's how one hospital responded to treat victims.
Michigan police investigate whether deaths of 5 men along river trail are connected
A man was charged on suspicion of murder in one of the cases. It's unclear if he was involved in the other deaths.
Police respond to report of student with knife at Indianola High School
Police and school officials ask parents and guardians to speak with their children about the seriousness of bringing a weapon to school.
Carlisle resuming classes Tuesday, nearly one week after beginning of water outage
Pre-K and transitional kindergarten will not resume yet, the district said.
Suspect charged following northern Des Moines stabbing that injured man Monday
A Des Moines woman faces multiple charges after stabbing a man Monday night.
McDonald’s giving away free bottles of pickle brine for marathon season
McDonald's is giving free bottles of "pickle boost" brine to runners during Chicago's marathon weekend.
Soldiers and Gold Star families press Army leadership after deadly Iranian drone strike
The Pentagon and the Army have declined to comment on the AP's reporting on the March 1 strike.
NFL suspends 2 referees after altercations with players during Sunday games
This isn’t the first time an official has been punished for interactions with a player on the field.
US enduring worst year for measles in 35 years, CDC says
Large outbreaks have been reported in several states since the beginning of last year.
1 hospitalized, suspect in custody following 'shooting incident' on I-35
Iowa State Patrol is encouraging anyone with any details on the incident to call the Warren County Sheriff's Office.
Carlisle food pantry distributes food during 'special opening' as water restrictions continue
Nearly a week after a water main break, city officials are still asking residents not to use their water.
Starbucks unveils its 2026 holiday menu
The coffee chain unveiled a new lineup of drinks and treats with some fan favorites set to return.
1 hospitalized, suspect in custody following 'shooting incident' on I-35
Iowa State Patrol is encouraging anyone with any details on the incident to call the Warren County Sheriff's Office.
Robert Kelker-Kelly, 'Days of Our Lives' and 'General Hospital' star, dies at 62
The soap opera star appeared on three major TV shows, and worked alongside Lisa Rinna.
Getting too many political texts and calls? Here's how to opt out
The midterm election is just weeks away, which is why you could be experiencing an influx political texts and calls.
Watch: Robots get fiery 'Terminator' farewell in Finland with Schwarzenegger cameo
A California-based AI company staged a fiery farewell for its retired robots, inspired directly by Arnold Schwarzenegger.
63-year-old beaten after Missouri traffic crash welcomed home with limo, police escort
Lance Jeffries, 63, received a hero’s welcome home from the hospital following a viral attack in Missouri. Four suspects face charges as he recovers.
Daily Dose: New cancer research, PMOS and the impacts of chewing gum
One in eight cancers are tied to infections we can prevent or treat, new research says. Plus, PCOS has a new name, and is gum good for teeth?
Nestlé Toll House to release its first-ever advent calendar with new holiday cookie flavors
Nestlé Toll House introduces its first-ever advent calendar, a 12-day festive countdown filled with new and classic baking treats.
Mississippi River Bridge set to reopen early November
The previous bridge at Lansing, Iowa was closed to traffic and demolished late 2025.
West Des Moines Public Library announces expansion
The expansion plans were announced during the library's 30th birthday celebration.
Nearly 750K eye drops recalled over sterility concerns
The recall involving eye drop bottles includes nine products, including lubricant eye drops, hypertonicity eye solution and a nighttime eye ointment.
Fleur Drive Water Treatment Plate flood gates reopened
The flood gates at the Fleur Drive Water Treatment Plant were reopened Monday morning as rivers begin to lower.
Some Equifax customers could be owed money from a class action settlement. See if you're eligible for a payout
The settlement brings a close to almost four years of litigation, according to the settlement website.
Alex Ovechkin says his 22nd NHL season will be his last, begins farewell tour with Washington Capitals
Alex Ovechkin will retire after his 22nd NHL season, ending a record-breaking career with the Washington Capitals.
Former ‘American Idol’ singer Caleb Flynn sentenced for wife's murder
A former Ohio music pastor who once appeared on “American Idol” has been sentenced after a jury convicted him of murdering his wife while he was having an affair.
True Food Kitchen files for bankruptcy, closes 12 restaurants
True Food Kitchen files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as it closes 12 locations and seeks a partner to boost its financial health.
Drake football players find thief after Saturday football game
An 18-year-old has been charged with second-degree theft and two counts of using a credit card without permission, the Des Moines Police Department said.
Public works crews testing water in Carlisle as water tower fills
The water tower is full, but as crews work to add pressure, residents are asked not to use water.
2 killed, including 1 student, in multi-vehicle crash in Florida that involved a school bus
A multi-vehicle crash in Florida that involved a school bus resulted in two deaths, including one student, according to Polk County officials.
Plague researcher in Russia dies after contracting pneumonia of 'unknown' cause: What we know
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he doesn’t think there is cause for alarm after unconfirmed reports that a woman in Russia might have died of pneumonic plague.
Dennis Hastert, longtime Republican House speaker who went to prison, dies at 84
Dennis Hastert, who served as House speaker longer than any other Republican but later was sent to prison in a hush-money case, has died at 84 years old.
Millions of Gatorade bottles recalled in 37 states over missing dye disclaimers
The Gatorade recall centers around two food coloring dyes that weren't disclosed and could affect people with specific allergies or sensitivities to dyes.
Actor-comedian Reggie McFadden dies at 57
Reggie McFadden was best known for starring in 23 episodes of the sketch comedy show "In Living Color."
LaMonica Garrett previews role in action thriller 'Man of War'
"Man of War" is now streaming on MovieSphere+.
President Trump urges Republicans to 'vote by mail' despite past criticism
"Do not wait. Go out and vote. Vote early, vote by mail or vote in person on Election Day, Nov. 3," President Trump said Saturday in a post on social media.
How to watch the 2026 WNBA semifinals
Gabby Williams drives the Golden State Valkyries into the WNBA semifinals against defending champions, the Las Vegas Aces, while New York Liberty faces Atlanta Dream
Here's what we know about the rural Georgia mass shooting that killed 2, injured 35
More than 1,000 people were gathered for a block party on Sunday when more than 50 shots were fired into the crowd. Two people were killed and dozens were injured.