Des Moines is getting ready for a serious cold snap. The Extreme Temperature Plan was turned on early Sunday, November 30. The weather is expected to be so cold that it might break records from the 1800s. Iowa could be the coldest state in the country early on December 4. The National Weather Servi
The latest rankings for women's college basketball teams in the USA are out, and it's clear that some teams are really shining. Connecticut, Texas, and South Carolina are leading the pack, showing strong performances on the court. These teams have been consistent, winning most of their games and ear
A winter storm has been causing trouble across the Midwest and Northeast. In West Virginia, a truck driver had a close call early this morning. Their tractor-trailer skidded off a bridge in Mason County due to slippery roads. Rescue teams had to work hard to get the driver out safely. Roads are stil
The latest AP Top 25 men’s basketball rankings saw some big changes. Michigan climbed to the No. 3 spot, while Michigan State and Iowa State both cracked the top 10. Purdue and Arizona stayed at the top, with Purdue getting the most first-place votes. Duke and UConn also held their spots in the top
A former gymnastics coach, Sean Gardner, is accused of sexually abusing young athletes. Two gymnasts have filed lawsuits against USA Gymnastics and the US Center for SafeSport. They claim these organizations did not act on reports of Gardner's inappropriate behavior. The lawsuits state that complai
On Dec. 2, sports fans have a lot to look forward to. The day kicks off with some exciting hockey matches. First up, Lulea Hockey takes on Ilves Tampere at noon, followed by ERC Ingolstadt versus Frolunda Gothenburg at 2:30 p. m. Both games are on NHL Network. College basketball is also in full swi
Iowa's tree cover has taken a big hit. It's gone from 20% to just 4% in Central Iowa. Storms, bugs, and building have taken their toll. But there's hope. The One Million Trees Central Iowa Initiative wants to change this. Trees do more than look pretty. They clean the air, cool the streets, and eve
In a chilly showdown at Memorial Stadium, the Iowa Hawkeyes left no room for doubt, securing a commanding 40-16 victory over the Nebraska Cornhuskers. The game, played under snowy conditions, saw Iowa's offense and defense work in perfect harmony, leaving the Cornhuskers struggling to keep up. The
A big winter storm is making its way across the U. S. just in time to mess up travel plans for millions of people after Thanksgiving. The storm is bringing a mix of snow, rain, and cold weather, making things tricky for those heading out for Black Friday shopping or trying to get home from their hol
Iowa's football team is no stranger to success. They've only had one losing season since 2014, which is pretty impressive. They're also really good at rivalry games, winning 31 out of their last 42. One of their standout players, Kaden Wetjen, is a superstar on special teams. He's scored three punt
