Iowa News & Breaking Stories

The Iowa-Minnesota football rivalry features the Floyd of Rosedale trophy, a giant bronze pig that goes to the winner.

Stanford is looking for its first home victory after an impressive comeback win against Colorado.

Iowa women's basketball team sets a new attendance record with 55,646 fans at an outdoor game in Kinnick Stadium.

Purdue's football team has a chance to upset Ohio State again, but injuries and inconsistent play may hinder their chances.

West Virginia head coach Neal Brown has a 26-26 record in his fifth season, and the Mountaineers are the 15th winningest program of all time.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a member of the famous Democratic family, has dropped his primary bid and will run for president as an independent in the 2024 race. Kennedy wants to declare independence from corporations, the media, and the two major political parties.

Harvard University professor Claudia Goldin has been awarded the Nobel economics prize for research that explains why women are less likely to work than men. Goldin is only the third woman to win the prize in its 93-year history. Her research shows that women often underestimate their employment opportunities and feel overwhelmed by responsibilities at home. Goldin also found that the gender pay gap discourages women from seeking employment or pursuing further education. She said that the differences between men and women in the workforce are often a reflection of what happens in individuals' homes.

The San Francisco 49ers dominated the Dallas Cowboys in a 42-10 win, remaining undefeated and making a statement against a strong defense. Brock Purdy threw four touchdowns, including three to George Kittle. The win puts the 49ers alongside the Philadelphia Eagles as the only undefeated teams in the league.

No. 4 Ohio State defeats Maryland 37-17 after scoring 27 straight points in the second half.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke with Israeli Consul General Maor Elbez-Starinsky after the Hamas terror attack, expressing support for Israel.

Wisconsin aims to remain unbeaten in conference play against Rutgers, who seeks its first 5-1 start since 2014.

Simone Biles wins her sixth individual all-around title at the world championships, becoming the most decorated gymnast in history.

The Jaguars vs. Falcons matchup in London is a prime chance for bettors to lock in their picks and player props.

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara suffers injury in win against Michigan State, leaving his status uncertain for future games.

Purdue football finds its identity in a dominant win over Illinois, showcasing a strong defense and explosive offense.

Penn State football's impressive streak of no turnovers finally ended in a game against Northwestern.

Penn State's coach, James Franklin, wants to see more explosive plays from his team's offense in addition to their strong defense.

Penn State football has surprised many with its prudence, patience, and efficiency, winning games through small gains and a lack of turnovers.

Week 4 College Football Playoff contenders graded on their performances, including thrilling wins, dominant shutouts, and disappointing struggles.

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields is struggling this season, partly due to an emphasis on becoming a pocket passer. Fields aims to play more instinctively in upcoming games.

Nonprofit organization the Mars Society has announced plans to establish the Mars Technology Institute (MTI), which will focus on developing the technology required to support human settlement on Mars. The MTI will initially focus on biotech projects, which require less funding than other areas of research. The Mars Society is seeking tax-deductible donations to fund the MTI.

Jamie Lynn Spears will be competing in the upcoming season of 'Dancing With the Stars' and will donate her fee to SAG-AFTRA and WGA.

Texas climbs to No. 4 in the AP Top 25 after defeating Alabama, marking their first top-five ranking since 2010.

President Trump makes a surprise appearance at an Iowa fraternity tailgate party, receiving a wild reception from attendees.

Nebraska football aims to snap their 21-game losing streak to ranked opponents when they take on No. 22 Colorado.

Florida State and Colorado were the big winners in Week 1, moving up in the latest AP Top 25 poll.

Iowa State opens the 2023 college football season against Northern Iowa, with questions surrounding their starting quarterback and defensive line.

Tennessee punter Jackson Ross, originally from Australia, has taken a unique path to college football. He has mastered various punting techniques and has worked with a former NFL Pro Bowler. Ross has also adapted to American food and has a preference for Raising Canes Chicken Fingers. He attended Haileybury College in Melbourne and played for the Hawthorn Football Club before transitioning to college football. Ross is considered a tremendous athlete and has impressed with his throwing arm. He believes he is better than Coach Heupel, but Heupel disagrees. Ross has spent years kicking and punting footballs, making it a natural skill for him. He has gradually learned American football and is now a redshirt freshman at Tennessee.

Iowa football announces Cade McNamara as the starting quarterback for the 2023 season opener against Utah State.

The Cincinnati Reds have claimed Harrison Bader and Hunter Renfroe, adding salary and boosting morale for the team.

Iowa high school football season kicks off this week with top players like Jacob Simpson ready to compete.

Freshman receiver Zachariah Branch stole the show in his college debut, helping USC to a victory with 232 all-purpose yards and two touchdowns.

The Big Ten Conference will require football teams to submit an availability report before kickoff and partner with U.S. Integrity to prevent sports betting violations.

Fox News attracted 12.8 million viewers during the first Republican primary debate, boosting its viewership significantly.

Heat wave with potentially record-breaking temperatures to continue in Central to Southeast U.S. with heat indices reaching 120 degrees.

Former Second Lady Karen Pence visits the Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Center and expresses gratitude for veterans' service.

Presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio was shot and killed at a political rally in Ecuador, sparking concerns about rising violence and drug trafficking in the country.

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis has agreed to a three-year, $186 million contract extension, making it the richest annual agreement in NBA history.

Donald Trump remains the front-runner for the Republican presidential nomination despite facing multiple indictments and scandals, with each indictment boosting his support and fundraising numbers. His ability to weather legal challenges has reinforced his "Teflon Don" persona and messaging strategy that the system is rigged against him. While his legal troubles may hurt him with independent and swing voters, Trump remains confident of his chances and sees each indictment as bringing him closer to the White House.

Trader Joe's recalls falafels in 35 states due to potential rock contamination. Customers urged to discard or return for refund.

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Katie Ledecky becomes most decorated female swimmer at World Aquatics Championships.

Saudi Arabian soccer team Al-Hilal has made a record €300m ($332m) bid for French striker Kylian Mbappe, according to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), which has given Al-Hilal permission to negotiate directly with the player. The bid would make Mbappe the most expensive soccer player in history, surpassing the €222m PSG paid for Neymar in 2017. Al-Hilal's bid is part of Saudi Arabia's ongoing efforts to attract high-profile players to the country, following Cristiano Ronaldo's move to Al-Nassr in 2021.

Kevin Hart and Reese Witherspoon show support for Jamie Foxx.

Max Verstappen wins 7th straight race at Hungarian Grand Prix.

Kevin Mitnick, the most celebrated US hacker, has died at the age of 59. Mitnick was known for his pioneering antics in the 1980s and 1990s, tricking employees into helping him steal software and services from large phone and tech companies. He was imprisoned for five years until 2000, after which he became a respected cybersecurity professional, public speaker and author. Mitnick died in Las Vegas on 16 July after a 14-month battle with pancreatic cancer.

Former Iowa football player Cody Ince found dead at 23.

Carlos Alcaraz, 20, has been compared to Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Roger Federer by Djokovic himself.

Disgraced sports doctor Larry Nassar stabbed multiple times in prison.

Trouble brewing for Ron DeSantis campaign, but not unwinnable.