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ACC moving to 9-game football schedule starting next year, aligning with rest of Power Four peers
https://www.kcci.com/article/acc-nine-game-football-schedule-2025/68007929
Published: September 22, 2025 22:54
The Atlantic Coast Conference is moving to a nine-game league schedule for football while having teams play at least 10 games against power-conference opponents, though there will be variables due to the league's odd number of football-playing memberâŚ
'Possible suspicious package' lead to evacuation, investigation at Des Moines middle school
https://www.kcci.com/article/des-moines-goodrell-middle-school-suspicious-circumstances-investigation/68007584
Published: September 22, 2025 22:43
Des Moines police say school officials reported concerns over "suspicious circumstances" around 3 p.m. Monday.
Harry Styles runs Berlin Marathon in under 3 hours
https://www.kcci.com/article/harry-styles-runs-berlin-marathon-under-3-hours/68006096
Published: September 22, 2025 22:39
English singer and songwriter Harry Styles ran the Berlin Marathon in under three hours on Sunday.
Get the Facts: Autism rates rose to 1 in 31, this is the CDC data
https://www.kcci.com/article/cdc-autism-report/64523875
Published: September 22, 2025 22:30
Autism incidence in the U.S. has increased from 1 in 36 children in 2020 to 1 in 31 in 2022, according to a report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday. The Hearst Television Data Team delves into the report to provideâŚ
71 cases of Legionella now reported in Marshall County, Iowa officials say
https://www.kcci.com/article/legionnaires-disease-cases-up-to-30-in-marshall-county-hhs-says/66016520
Published: September 22, 2025 22:13
Marshall County faces a growing number of Legionnaires' disease cases, with officials investigating cooling towers as the potential source.
Iowa public health leaders confirm second death linked to Legionella outbreak in Marshalltown
https://www.kcci.com/article/iowa-public-health-leaders-confirm-second-death-linked-to-legionella-outbreak-in-marshalltown/68008186
Published: September 22, 2025 22:12
State and local health officials are still trying to confirm the exact source of the outbreak.
Trump administration suggests Tylenol during pregnancy causes autism, a link experts say is unproven
https://www.kcci.com/article/trump-tylenol-pregnancy-autism-announcement/68007641
Published: September 22, 2025 22:09
President Donald Trump suggests that the use of Tylenol during pregnancy may contribute to rising autism rates in the U.S., a potential link experts have studied and say is unproven.
White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism; experts say evidence falls short
https://www.kcci.com/article/trump-fda-acetaminophen-pregnancy-autism/68007916
Published: September 22, 2025 22:06
President Trump announced new FDA guidance suggesting a link between Tylenol use during pregnancy and autism, sparking debate among experts and drugmakers.
Missing 6-year-old has been located and is safe, Wapello County Sheriff's Office says
https://www.kcci.com/article/wapello-county-sheriffs-office-searching-for-6-year-old-nonverbal-boy-with-autism/68007398
Published: September 22, 2025 21:17
Gus, 6, was last seen wearing only a diaper and is believed to have walked out of his home unnoticed. If you see him, call 911 immediately.
Student chefs compete to get their new dishes on school lunch menu
https://www.kcci.com/article/greenville-student-chefs-school-lunch-competition/68005813
Published: September 22, 2025 20:11
Four culinary students from South Carolina schools faced off in a competition to change up lunchtime in local schools.
Man charged with shining laser pointer at Marine One with Trump aboard
https://www.kcci.com/article/man-arrested-laser-pointer-marine-one-trump/68006207
Published: September 22, 2025 20:04
A man faces felony charges after pointing a laser at Marine One with President Trump aboard
Fort Stewartâs four-legged hero: bulldog mascot 'Rocky' brings spirit to 3rd Infantry Division
https://www.kcci.com/article/bulldog-mascot-fort-stewart/68006130
Published: September 22, 2025 20:03
The 2-year-old English bulldog is Fort Stewartâs first live mascot, carrying on the legacy of the famed âDog Face Soldiers.â
'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' to return on Tuesday, Disney says
https://www.kcci.com/article/jimmy-kimmel-live-return-date/68006222
Published: September 22, 2025 19:50
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will return to air on ABC stations on Tuesday, nearly a week after the late-night TV show was "indefinitely suspended," the Walt Disney Corporation said in a statement.
One arrested after stabbing at Fort Dodge convenience store
https://www.kcci.com/article/one-arrested-after-stabbing-at-fort-dodge-convenience-store/68003311
Published: September 22, 2025 19:37
A man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing another man outside a convenience store Sunday in Fort Dodge.
Supreme Court will weigh expanding Trump's power to shape agencies by overturning 90-year-old ruling
https://www.kcci.com/article/supreme-court-trump-independent-agency-power/68006028
Published: September 22, 2025 19:33
The Supreme Court will consider expanding President Donald Trump's power to shape independent agencies by overturning a nearly century-old decision limiting when presidents can fire board members.
Man accused of trying to assassinate Trump in Florida rests his case without testifying
https://www.kcci.com/article/ryan-routh-trump-assassination-attempt-trial/67999644
Published: September 22, 2025 19:27
A man on trial for trying to assassinate President Trump last year at his Florida golf course declined to testify
NASA introduces its newest astronauts: 10 chosen from more than 8,000 applicants
https://www.kcci.com/article/nasa-introduces-its-newest-astronauts/68005512
Published: September 22, 2025 19:25
NASA introduced its newest astronauts Monday, 10 scientists, engineers and test pilots chosen from more than 8,000 applicants to help explore the moon and possibly Mars.
Federal judge lifts Trump administration's halt of offshore wind farm project that's nearly complete
https://www.kcci.com/article/revolution-wind-project-court-ruling/68005240
Published: September 22, 2025 19:23
A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration can't continue to keep work paused on a major offshore wind farm for Rhode Island and Connecticut.
Mother of New Hampshire country club shooting victim says son shielded family from gunman
https://www.kcci.com/article/nh-country-club-shooting-family/68004359
Published: September 22, 2025 19:16
Robert DeCesare's mother, Evie O'Rourke, said he was eating dinner with his family when the gunman came in and shot the maĂŽtre d', which is when DeCesare put himself between the bullets and his family.
Timelapse: Morning fog moves through downtown Des Moines
https://www.kcci.com/article/iowa-weather-timelapse-morning-fog-moves-through-downtown-des-moines/68001135
Published: September 22, 2025 18:56
Fog can be dangerous, but it can also be beautiful.
Iowa firefighter injured after early morning house fire
https://www.kcci.com/article/iowa-firefighter-injured-after-early-morning-house-fire/68005426
Published: September 22, 2025 18:53
A firefighter was hurt and taken to a hospital to be treated for minor injuries this morning.
Trump says he will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Ben Carson
https://www.kcci.com/article/trump-ben-carson-presidential-medal-of-freedom/67982913
Published: September 22, 2025 18:34
President Donald Trump has announced he will award Ben Carson the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Iowa Health and Human Services Director Kelly Garcia resigns
https://www.kcci.com/article/iowa-health-and-human-services-director-kelly-garcia-resigns/68004981
Published: September 22, 2025 18:07
Larry Johnson, who currently serves as director of the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing, will succeed Kelly Garcia as HHS director.
US bars Iran's diplomats from shopping at Costco without permission
https://www.kcci.com/article/trump-restricts-iranian-diplomats-costco-luxury-goods/68005179
Published: September 22, 2025 18:03
Trump administration bars Iranian diplomats from shopping at Costco without State Department approval
Tom Holland takes a break from filming latest âSpider-Manâ movie after suffering a concussion
https://www.kcci.com/article/tom-holland-spider-man-accident-filming-update/68004690
Published: September 22, 2025 17:58
Tom Holland to take a short break from filming the latest "Spider-Man" movie after suffering a concussion.
Iowa attorney general says fatal police shooting in Marion County was justified
https://www.kcci.com/article/iowa-attorney-general-says-fatal-police-shooting-in-marion-county-was-justified/68003999
Published: September 22, 2025 17:15
The attorney general's office says a Knoxville police sergeant was justified in the fatal shooting of a man who violated a no-contact order by driving his car into a home and assaulting a woman.
WATCH: Army mom deployed for more than a year surprises son as he's honored at Oklahoma school
https://www.kcci.com/article/oklahoma-army-mom-surprises-son-return-deployment/68004206
Published: September 22, 2025 16:48
One student got a very special and emotional surprise on his birthday while at school.
James Van Der Beek bows out of 'Dawson's Creek' reunion due to illness. Lin Manuel Miranda to pitch in
https://www.kcci.com/article/dawsons-creek-reunion-james-van-der-beek-lin-manuel-miranda/68000626
Published: September 22, 2025 16:47
James Van Der Beek misses the Dawson's Creek reunion due to illness, with Lin-Manuel Miranda stepping in as his understudy for a special fundraising event in New York City.
12-year-old athlete overcomes obstacles to compete for a national title
https://www.kcci.com/article/nebraska-schuyler-athlete-overcomes-obstacles-compete-national-title/68002139
Published: September 22, 2025 16:02
Caleb Hansen, a 12-year-old, is inspiring others by overcoming ADHD, Type 1 Diabetes, and bullying through sports. Now a quarterfinalist in the Youth Athlete of the Year competition, heâs chasing his dream of becoming a D1 football player.
Army identifies 4 soldiers killed in military helicopter crash in Washington state
https://www.kcci.com/article/army-helicopter-crash-washington-soldiers-killed/68002357
Published: September 22, 2025 16:00
The Army has identified four soldiers killed in a helicopter crash near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington
Iowa weather: Strong storms could bring heavy rain, hail Monday
https://www.kcci.com/article/iowa-weather-first-day-of-fall-brings-warmth-and-storm-chances/67995741
Published: September 22, 2025 15:54
Strong to severe storms are possible over a large part of the state Monday night into Tuesday.
TikTok's US algorithm to be overseen by Oracle under proposed deal
https://www.kcci.com/article/tik-tok-us-deal-september-22/68000870
Published: September 22, 2025 15:32
New details were revealed Monday on the reported deal that will allow TikTok to continue operating in the U.S.
Gunman killed in shooting at an Amazon facility in Georgia
https://www.kcci.com/article/suspected-gunman-killed-amazon-facility-columbus/68001553
Published: September 22, 2025 15:02
A suspected gunman was killed at an Amazon facility in Columbus, Georgia.
Celebrate National Hobbit Day with this '78 video of superfans watching the Lord of the Rings
https://www.kcci.com/article/animated-lord-of-the-rings-1978/67968180
Published: September 22, 2025 14:49
The Lord of the Rings was famously made live-action in the early-2000s. Did you know that an animated version was released in 1978?
FTC takes Amazon to trial over Prime subscription practices
https://www.kcci.com/article/ftc-amazon-prime-lawsuit-trial/68000584
Published: September 22, 2025 14:01
A trial begins to decide whether Amazon tricked customers into signing up for Prime
Friday Night Hype: Iowa high school football stat leaders after Week 4
https://www.kcci.com/article/friday-night-hype-iowa-high-school-football-stat-leaders-after-week-4-2025/67999490
Published: September 22, 2025 13:46
Iowa Valley's Nolan Kriegel is a touchdown machine! Through five games, he's accounted for 34 TDs, including 25 on the ground.
Gabrielle rapidly intensifies into a Category 3 hurricane in the Atlantic, is staying away from land
https://www.kcci.com/article/gabrielle-atlantic-hurricane-season/66156920
Published: September 22, 2025 13:23
Gabrielle strengthened into a major hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean but was forecast to remain away from land
Friday Night Hype: Unbeaten Iowa high school football teams after Week 4
https://www.kcci.com/article/iowa-high-school-football-unbeaten-teams-after-week-4-friday-night-hype/67999146
Published: September 22, 2025 12:53
Check out this list of Iowa high school football teams that have unblemished records.
Trump nominates White House aide to be top US prosecutor for office probing Letitia James
https://www.kcci.com/article/trump-nominates-lindsey-halligan-us-attorney-virginia/67999126
Published: September 22, 2025 12:43
President Trump nominates Lindsey Halligan as U.S. attorney for Virginia, replacing Erik Siebert amid political pressure and ongoing investigations
Putin says Russia will stick to nuclear arms limits for 1 more year
https://www.kcci.com/article/russia-nuclear-arms-limits-new-start-treaty-expiration/67998833
Published: September 22, 2025 12:38
Russia will stick to nuclear arms limits for one more year after the New START treaty with the U.S. expires, says Vladimir Putin
Central Iowa traffic: Dense fog on roads, crash reported on I-80 west of metro
https://www.kcci.com/article/central-iowa-traffic-dense-fog-on-roads-crash-reported-on-i-80-west-of-metro/67943834
Published: September 22, 2025 12:37
Though roads in Des Moines remain clear, fog is impacting drivers in the surrounding areas of the metro.
Bernie Parent, Flyers legend and two-time Stanley Cup champion, dies at 80
https://www.kcci.com/article/bernie-parent-flyers-legend-dies-at-80/67997875
Published: September 22, 2025 11:48
Bernie Parent, the Hall of Fame goalie for the Philadelphia Flyers, has died at 80.
4.3 magnitude earthquake jolts the San Francisco Bay Area; people report feeling sharp shake
https://www.kcci.com/article/san-francisco-bay-area-earthquake-4-3-magnitude/67997495
Published: September 22, 2025 11:46
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.3 woke up a number of people with a sharp jolt in the San Francisco Bay Area early Monday, according to the United States Geological Survey.
Iowa weather: First day of fall brings warmth and storm chances
https://www.kcci.com/article/iowa-weather-first-day-of-fall-brings-warmth-and-storm-chances/67995741
Published: September 22, 2025 11:38
Storm chances return as we kick off the Fall season. Where the strongest storms will develop coming up in your Storm Team 8 forecast.
Senate Democrats facing pressure to prevent government shutdown
https://www.kcci.com/article/senate-democrats-facing-pressure-to-prevent-government-shutdown/67995790
Published: September 22, 2025 11:22
As the government risks running out of money next week, Senate Democrats are under pressure to deliver votes to avoid a shutdown, with Republicans pushing a short-term spending bill.
Trump pushes for Bondi to pursue cases against his foes
https://www.kcci.com/article/trump-second-term-free-speech-political-prosecutions/67997167
Published: September 22, 2025 10:55
Eight months into his second term, President Donald Trumpâs long-standing pledge to take on those he perceives as his political enemies has prompted debates over free speech, media censorship and political prosecutions.
Caretaker killed in tiger accident at Oklahoma animal preserve
https://www.kcci.com/article/ryan-easley-tiger-accident-growler-pines-preserve-caretaker-killed/67996729
Published: September 22, 2025 10:19
The preserve canceled all tours and encounters until further notice.
FBI arrests man in connection with Sacramento ABC affiliate shooting after earlier release
https://www.kcci.com/article/abc10-sacramento-shooting-suspect-arrested/67995755
Published: September 22, 2025 09:29
Three bullet holes were seen in the window of the building's lobby. A person was in the lobby at the time of the shooting, but not physically harmed, the station said.
Urbandale Hawkeyes: A lifelong journey for a pair of Iowa defenders
https://www.kcci.com/article/urbandale-hawkeyes-a-lifelong-journey-for-a-pair-of-iowa-defenders/67993189
Published: September 22, 2025 04:31
Iowa football players Jaden Harrell and Max Llewellyn have been teammates since childhood, growing from local champions to key contributors for the Hawkeyes.
Des Moines firefighter honored in national memorial
https://www.kcci.com/article/mike-broderick-des-moines-firefighter-honored-in-national-memorial/67993208
Published: September 22, 2025 04:29
The name of a Des Moines firefighter who died from cancer in 2024 has been etched onto a national memorial for other fallen firefighters.
USDA to end decades-long food insecurity survey; Iowa food bank warns of harm
https://www.kcci.com/article/usda-to-end-decades-long-food-insecurity-survey-iowa-food-bank-warns-of-harm/67993054
Published: September 22, 2025 04:01
âNot counting them sends a message that they donât count,â the CEO of the Food Bank of Iowa said.
North Korean leader recalls 'good memories' of Trump, urges US to drop denuclearization demands
https://www.kcci.com/article/kim-jong-un-trump-nuclear-diplomacy/67993141
Published: September 22, 2025 03:57
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un says he still has good memories of U.S. President Donald Trump and urged Washington to drop its demand that the North surrender its nukes.
Iowa's first bilingual Iowa Girl Scout troop breaks the mold, gains popularity
https://www.kcci.com/article/si-se-puede-iowas-first-bilingual-girl-scout-troop-celebrates-culture-and-girlhood/66393222
Published: September 22, 2025 03:25
The majority of young girls in Troop 535 speak Spanish as their first language. Together, they learn the importance of their culture while gaining confidence.
Tom Holland hospitalized after suffering injury while filming new 'Spider-Man' movie
https://www.kcci.com/article/tom-holland-hospitalized-concussion-spider-man/67992875
Published: September 22, 2025 03:10
Actor Tom Holland was hospitalized recently after suffering a concussion while filming the new "Spider-Man" film.
Iowa woman charged with attempted murder, accused of putting pool cleaner in victim's medication
https://www.kcci.com/article/halie-spidle-wayne-county-iowa-attempted-murder-charge/67992773
Published: September 22, 2025 02:31
A Wayne County woman is accused of attempting to murder a victim by injecting a harmful substance into their medication.
Israeli drone strike kills 5, including 3 children, in southern Lebanon
https://www.kcci.com/article/israeli-drone-strike-lebanon-us-citizens-killed/67992782
Published: September 22, 2025 02:29
Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri said four of the victims, including the children's father, held U.S. citizenship.
Venezuelaâs Maduro wrote to Trump after US strike on alleged drug boat
https://www.kcci.com/article/venezuela-maduro-wrote-to-trump-after-strike-drug-boat/67992688
Published: September 22, 2025 02:04
The letter, signed by Maduro, is dated Sept. 6, four days after a U.S. strike killed 11 Venezuelans on a boat the U.S. claims was being used to transport drugs.
Caitlin Clark says she was fined $200 for social media post about referees
https://www.kcci.com/article/caitlin-clark-says-she-was-fined-200-for-social-media-post-about-referees/67992051
Published: September 21, 2025 22:45
"That's really gonna break the bank for her. Starting a GoFundMe now!" teammate Sophie Cunningham joked on X.
160-mile march for democracy arrives in Washington from Philadelphia
https://www.kcci.com/article/we-are-america-democracy-march-washington/67971923
Published: September 21, 2025 22:18
Over the span of 14 days, nearly 200 people marched from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., in defense of democracy.
Strengthening Gabrielle becomes a hurricane in Atlantic southeast of Bermuda
https://www.kcci.com/article/hurricane-gabrielle-forms-september-21/67990756
Published: September 21, 2025 21:48
Tropical Storm Gabrielle strengthened into a hurricane Sunday afternoon southeast of Bermuda in the Atlantic Ocean, forecasters said.
Reports: DOJ closed probe into Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, for accepting bag of cash
https://www.kcci.com/article/tom-homan-fbi-investigation-border-czar/67987377
Published: September 21, 2025 21:00
A person familiar with the matter told CNN that Homan accepted a cash payment in a sting operation.
Trump reveals Murdochs and Dell could potentially take part in TikTok deal
https://www.kcci.com/article/trump-tiktok-deal-murdoch-dell-ellison/67989034
Published: September 21, 2025 20:14
President Donald Trump has mentioned that billionaires like Rupert Murdoch and Michael Dell could be part of deal in which the U.S. will take control of TikTok.
Des Moines nonprofits team up to remember drug, gun violence deaths
https://www.kcci.com/article/des-moines-victim-walk-violence-awareness/67983123
Published: September 21, 2025 20:10
Des Moines residents gathered for a Victim Walk and talent show to honor lives lost to violence and inspire the community to choose peace over conflict.
Camelot Theater in Nevada shows 'CatVideoFest 2025' to benefit the Story County Animal Shelter
https://www.kcci.com/article/nevada-iowa-camelot-theater-catvideofest/67982872
Published: September 21, 2025 20:07
In addition to two showings of 'CatVideoFest 2025', there were activities for all ages and adoptable kittens to play with at the theater.
Iowa State drops two spots in AP Top 25 after bye week
https://www.kcci.com/article/iowa-state-football-no-14-ap-top-25-week-5-2025/67989018
Published: September 21, 2025 19:24
The Cyclones dropped two spots in the AP Top 25 after this weekend's bye.
Car prices are in check. But get ready for sticker shock on repair bills
https://www.kcci.com/article/rising-car-repair-costs-inflation-tariffs-aging-vehicles/67983665
Published: September 21, 2025 19:21
Despite billions in tariff costs for imported autos and parts, new car prices have stayed relatively flat. But the news isn't as good for car owners taking their vehicles to the repair shop.
Emerging TikTok deal with China ensures US control of board and crucial algorithm, White House says
https://www.kcci.com/article/tiktok-us-algorithm-control-board-deal/67987560
Published: September 21, 2025 17:57
An emerging TikTok deal with China will ensure that U.S. companies control the algorithm that powers the app's video feed and Americans will hold a majority of seats on a board overseeing U.S. operations.
Close Up: Iowa farmers face uncertain harvest with China not buying; change in state's political leadership
https://www.kcci.com/article/close-up-iowa-farmers-face-uncertain-harvest-with-china-not-buying-change-in-states-political-leadership/67961647
Published: September 21, 2025 17:01
On this week's Close Up, KCCI chief political reporter Amanda Rooker looks at Iowa's economy and what State Sen. Jack Whitver stepping down means for state politics.
Aces' A'ja Wilson earns historic fourth WNBA MVP award
https://www.kcci.com/article/aja-wilson-wnba-mvp-fourth-time-las-vegas-aces/67987621
Published: September 21, 2025 16:52
Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson is in a class by herself, winning the WNBA MVP for an unprecedented fourth time.
Boy hit and killed by motorcycle in Polk County
https://www.kcci.com/article/boy-hit-and-killed-by-motorcycle-saturday-night/67987335
Published: September 21, 2025 16:30
The motorcyclist was also taken to the hospital.
Christopher Nolan to lead Directors Guild of America
https://www.kcci.com/article/christopher-nolan-elected-directors-guild-of-america-president/67987337
Published: September 21, 2025 15:56
Christopher Nolan has been elected to lead the Directors Guild of America, the organization said.
State Patrol: Wrong-way driver on I-35 hits vehicle head-on, 5 injured
https://www.kcci.com/article/ankeny-crash-state-patrol-wrong-way-driver-on-i-35-hits-vehicle-head-on-5-injured/67986536
Published: September 21, 2025 15:33
The collision happened on I-35 southbound near the Corporate Woods Drive exit in Ankeny.
In historic moves, UK, Canada and Australia recognize a Palestinian state
https://www.kcci.com/article/uk-canada-australia-recognize-a-palestinian-state/67986140
Published: September 21, 2025 15:32
"I think today, the British people should celebrate a day when history is being corrected," the Palestinian head of mission in the U.K. told the BBC.
Marshalltown police searching for suspect accused of shooting 2 people Saturday night
https://www.kcci.com/article/marshalltown-shooting-police-searching-for-suspect-dewey-elvie-perdue-two-shot/67986189
Published: September 21, 2025 14:25
Police are asking anyone with information on Perdue's whereabouts to call 911. They say he's armed and dangerous.
Charlie Kirk's memorial to be held Sunday afternoon in Arizona
https://www.kcci.com/article/watch-live-charlie-kirk-memorial/67985958
Published: September 21, 2025 13:32
President Donald Trump and prominent members of his âMake America Great Againâ movement will pay tribute Sunday to conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Trump administration ends annual survey on food access struggles
https://www.kcci.com/article/trump-admin-ends-food-access-survey/67983735
Published: September 21, 2025 13:20
The Trump administration has decided to discontinue a federal survey that measures food access struggles, citing redundancy and political bias.
Clock is ticking for Senate to prevent government shutdown
https://www.kcci.com/article/senate-government-shutdown-health-care/67983726
Published: September 21, 2025 13:13
The Senate must pass a Republican-proposed short-term spending bill by Sept. 30 to avoid a government shutdown, amid ongoing disputes between Democratic and Republican leaders.
Why international recognition alone can't guarantee a Palestinian state
https://www.kcci.com/article/palestinian-state-international-recognition/67985894
Published: September 21, 2025 13:04
The executive director of Peace Now, an Israeli nongovernmental organization that advocates for a two-state solution, said the situation has never been so dire.
Does painting cows with stripes prevent fly bites? Researchers who studied this win Ig Nobel prize
https://www.kcci.com/article/ig-nobel-prize-2025-striped-cows-fingernails/67955706
Published: September 21, 2025 11:56
The researcher accepted his prize on stage wearing stripes and was surrounded by his fellow researchers, who harassed him with cardboard flies.
Comics artist inspires kids with his Marvel-ous work
https://www.kcci.com/article/marvel-comics-art-florida-children/67984350
Published: September 21, 2025 10:28
Now, with more than 10 successful Marvel comics under his belt, his favorite audience isn't at Comic-Con anymore.
Pentagon steps up media restrictions, now requiring approval before reporting even unclassified info
https://www.kcci.com/article/pentagon-steps-up-media-restrictions-approval/67982755
Published: September 21, 2025 09:00
The Pentagon will now require journalists to sign a pledge not to report on information that has not been authorized for release, including unclassified information
Kentucky couple turns birthdays, anniversary dates into big lottery win
https://www.kcci.com/article/kentucky-couple-birthdays-anniversary-dates-lottery-win/67983361
Published: September 21, 2025 04:17
They plan to make some renovations to their home and potentially buy a new car.
Colorado's live mascot Ralphie VII makes debut in front of cheering crowd
https://www.kcci.com/article/colorado-live-mascot-ralphie-vii-debut/67983221
Published: September 21, 2025 04:10
The most anticipated run of the night â maybe even in Colorado's recent history â was turned in by a 700-pound bison just before kickoff.
Shooting investigation underway after man arrives at Des Moines hospital with gunshot wound
https://www.kcci.com/article/shooting-investigation-underway-after-man-arrives-at-des-moines-hospital-with-gunshot-wound/67982915
Published: September 21, 2025 03:48
DMPD says officers were called to a local hospital just before 8:30 p.m. Saturday to investigate after a man came in with a gunshot wound.
News We Love: Neighbors honored for helping woman with dementia
https://www.kcci.com/article/florida-neighbors-help-woman-dementia/67983230
Published: September 21, 2025 03:40
Larry and Cecelia Browne treated the woman with kindness, provided her with food and drinks, and helped officers reunite her with her caregiver.
What people should know about Legionnairesâ disease
https://www.kcci.com/article/what-people-should-know-about-legionnaires-disease/65985045
Published: September 21, 2025 02:53
There have been 21 confirmed cases of Legionnairesâ disease in Marshall County, raising concerns about symptoms, transmission, and prevention. Dr. Leana Wen offers expert insights.
Project CommUnity: Artist draws inspiration from his Mexican Indigenous background
https://www.kcci.com/article/artist-draws-inspiration-mexican-indigenous-background/67983012
Published: September 21, 2025 02:51
âIt made me think a lot about what is it that we, as humans, value the most?â David Manzanares said.
Multiple gunshot victims reported at a Nashua, New Hampshire, country club
https://www.kcci.com/article/sky-meadow-country-club-nashua-new-hampshire-shooting/67982740
Published: September 21, 2025 00:55
Two armed suspects fled the scene, police said.
'Like it was just yesterday': O.J. Simpson trial figures reflect on infamous case
https://www.kcci.com/article/o-j-simpson-trial-figures-reflect-on-case/67982598
Published: September 21, 2025 00:25
The 30th anniversary of the verdict is coming up at the beginning of October.
Russia launches large-scale attack on Ukraine; Russian jets over Estonia ignored NATO signals
https://www.kcci.com/article/russia-launches-large-scale-attack-on-ukraine-russian-jets-over-estonia-ignored-nato-signals/67982436
Published: September 21, 2025 00:18
President Zelenskyy said Saturday the attacks targeted nine regions, stating that the strikes were aimed at infrastructure and civilian areas.
Move over, green lawns: Drier, warmer climate boosts interest in low-water landscaping
https://www.kcci.com/article/move-over-green-lawns-drier-warmer-climate-boosts-interest-low-water-landscaping/67980971
Published: September 20, 2025 23:12
Some people are turning to xeriscaping, a term for low-water gardening that often depends on using native and drought-tolerant plants. Reducing lawn irrigation not only cuts water.
California bans most law enforcement officers from wearing masks during operations
https://www.kcci.com/article/california-bans-most-law-enforcement-officers-wearing-masks-during-operations/67980996
Published: September 20, 2025 20:50
The move is a direct response to recent immigration raids in Los Angeles, where federal agents covered their faces while making arrests.
News We Love: German family returns lost ring found in Greece to Maryland grad
https://www.kcci.com/article/germany-family-returns-lost-ring-greece-notre-dame-prep-grad/67979952
Published: September 20, 2025 20:01
The family took a picture and turned into a detective, helping solve a mystery that took more than a year and spanned an entire ocean.
Sonny Curtis, Crickets member who penned 'Mary Tyler Moore Show' theme, dies at 88
https://www.kcci.com/article/sonny-curtis-crickets-member-who-penned-mary-tyler-moore-show-theme-dies-88/67979175
Published: September 20, 2025 17:31
A vintage rock 'n' roller who wrote both the rebel anthem "I Fought the Law" and the theme to "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," Sonny Curtis has died at 88.
New Horizon Cuisine expands with new facility in Ankeny
https://www.kcci.com/article/new-horizon-cuisine-expands-new-facility-ankeny/67972288
Published: September 20, 2025 17:20
New Horizon Cuisine is set to expand its operations in Ankeny with a new facility, supported by tax credits from the Iowa Economic Development Authority.
Acorns flooding your yard? There's a reason why
https://www.kcci.com/article/acorns-iowa-mast-year-white-oak-trees/67972815
Published: September 20, 2025 17:10
Some tree species experience "mast years," where they produce and drop more fruit than normal.
Israeli strikes kill 14 in Gaza City as some countries prepare to recognize Palestinian state
https://www.kcci.com/article/israeli-strikes-kill-14-in-gaza-city-some-countries-prepare-to-recognize-palestinian-state/67978513
Published: September 20, 2025 16:59
Israeli strikes have killed at least 14 people overnight in Gaza City, according to health officials. Israel is ramping up its offensive and urging Palestinians to leave.
New Mexico teen becomes first girl in her county to earn the rank of Eagle Scout
https://www.kcci.com/article/valencia-county-teen-first-woman-eagle-scout/67978021
Published: September 20, 2025 15:22
Seventeen-year-old Gabrielle Montoyaâs five-year journey led to community service, leadership, and more than 40 merit badges.
How to get a COVID-19 shot and ensure it's covered by your insurance
https://www.kcci.com/article/how-to-get-covid-19-shot-covered-by-insurance/67976691
Published: September 20, 2025 14:00
Drugstores are ready to deliver COVID-19 vaccines this fall, and insurers plan to cover them, even though new CDC advisers declined to recommend them.
Here's how Trump is changing the H-1B visa program
https://www.kcci.com/article/trump-changing-h-1b-visa-program/67976218
Published: September 20, 2025 12:11
The Trump administration is overhauling a visa program intended for high-skilled workers by hiking the application fee to $100,000 annually from $215.
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