Iowa Schools to Decide When to Start

The Iowa Senate has voted to let local school officials decide when the fall semester may begin.

Des Moines Water Works to Sue Iowa Counties

The Des Moines Water Works Board voted to proceed with a lawsuit against three northwest Iowa counties.

Nebraska Congressman Voted Against Homeland Security Funding Bill

Nebraska Congressman Adrian Smith isn’t happy with the action taken to fund Homeland Security without any concession from President Obama on immigration.

Morningside, Briar Cliff Advance

Morningside and Briar Cliff were first round winners in the NAIA national women’s basketball tourney being contested in Sioux City this week.

Bright Spots In Twins Loss

Brian Dozier went 3 for 3 and starter Tommy Milone pitched three shutout innings for Minnesota in a 5-2 loss to Tampa Bay on Wednesday.

Timberwolves Lose Again

Markieff Morris scored 24 points, Eric Bledsoe had 18 points and nine assists and the Phoenix Suns beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 106-97 on Wednesday night.

Huskers Out, Gophers Advance

The Big 10 men’s basketball tournament opened Wednesday with Nebraska losing and Minnesota moving on with a win.

Iowa Big Schools Compete

Wednesday’s Iowa high school boys basketball tournament action put the spotlight on the Class 4A teams.

Late Start for Severe Weather

Another quiet start to the severe weather season.

Medicaid Expansion Talks in South Dakota Continue

Medicaid expansion is still under discussion among South Dakota legislators.