Des Moines residents invited to Park-N-Play event

GOOD FOR THEM. I LOVE THAT FOR THEM. WELL, THERE’S STILL PLENTY OF FUN TO HAVE BEFORE THE WINTER WEATHER ARRIVES. RESIDENTS IN DES MOINES ARE INVITED TO THE PARKS AND REC DEPARTMENT’S ANNUAL PARK AND PLAY THIS SATURDAY. THE EVENT FEATURES GAMES,...

Iowa Prep Standout Tabbed Big 12 Preseason Player of the Year

Former Iowa high school girls basketball standout Audi Crooks has received one of her biggest preseason awards to date. Crooks, who led Bishop Garrigan High School to four consecutive finals appearances and two straight state championships, has...

Iowa soybean farmers face growing storage challenges amid halted China trade deals

President Donald Trump has acknowledged the situation, and is set to meet with the Chinese president in the coming weeks. POLK CITY, Iowa — The amount of soybeans moving from Iowa's fields into storage is growing exponentially by the day. Due to...

Local 5 Weekend Guide: Madison County Covered Bridge Festival, Iowa Wild games

Whether you’re looking for spooky sights, local culture or small-town charm, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as the week comes to an end. DES MOINES, Iowa — Central Iowa is full of fall fun this weekend, from glowing pumpkins and covered...

On the Line | The Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of college football games

Iowa @ Wisconsin Brad Schultz, Pregame Editor (18-12): Iowa – The Heartland Trophy is one of the most underrated trophies in sports. It will belong to the Hawkeyes once again. Matt McGowan, Sports Editor (18-12): Iowa – The Rusty Toolbox game will...

Special election to replace Iowa Sen. Claire Celsi set for Dec. 30

The Iowa Capitol on May 8, 2025. (Photo by Cami Koons/Iowa Capitol Dispatch) Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced Thursday the special election to replace Sen. Claire Celsi will take place Dec. 30. Celsi, who represented Iowa Senate District 16, died...

Banana Ball coming to Iowa’s Kinnick Stadium

IOWA CITY, Iowa (KWQC) - Banana Ball is coming to Iowa in 2026, and two new teams have been revealed. The Savannah Bananas will face The Firefighters at Kinnick Stadium home of the Iowa Hawkeyes on July 3 and 4 at 7 p.m. Hugh Harvey, an 8-year-old...

Memorial Stadium to Host Sporting Sensation During World Tour, Proving Troy Dannen’s Special Events Vision

One of the most iconic stadiums in the United States will host one of the most popular sports and entertainment attractions next summer. The Savannah Bananas will play a game in Memorial Stadium on June 13, 2026. The stop in Lincoln will be one of...

One-on-one with Iowa football quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski

The Daily Iowan: What is your most prized possession? Jeremy Hecklinski: I want to say my Xbox. Which family member are you closest to? My mom. What skill, outside of football, would you most like to learn? Juggling. What is your favorite NFL...

CyTown development progresses at Iowa State with new clinic and concert plans

IT CAN LEAD TO COGNITIVE ISSUES. WELL, PROGRESS IS MOVING FORWARD AT IOWA STATE SIDE TOWN DEVELOPMENT, AND THAT’S SOMETHING WE JUST LOVE. YEAH. AND LEADERS SAY THE MOMENTUM IS BUILDING ON MORE THAN JUST ONE FRONT. THE FIRST BUILDING UNDER...

Where Michigan basketball stands in 2025-26 preseason Big Ten media poll

The Columbus Dispatch released its ninth-annual “unofficial official” Big Ten Media poll, and Michigan Wolverines basketball checked in No. 2. Twenty eight media members participated in voting. The Maize and Blue stand behind only No. 1 Purdue,...

As Big Ten ponders private capital infusion, college sports braces for impact

Not content with his radical option for the College Football Playoff format or alternative calendar for the transfer portal, Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti's latest proposal takes aim at the foundation of major college sports. Presumably,...

Free speech debate ignites at ISU over employee’s social media posts

INCIDENTS SINCE MAY. WELL, A LOCAL UNION SAYS IT’S STANDING UP FOR FREE SPEECH, SAYING A FORMER IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEE SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN FIRED. CAITLIN SPENCER WAS LET GO FOR A POST ABOUT THE SHOOTING DEATH OF CONSERVATIVE ACTIVIST...

Iowa men’s basketball notebook | New-look Hawkeyes discuss new campaign at Big Ten Media Days

ROSEMONT, IL – The season is still just under a month away, but the Iowa men’s basketball team is already generating a palpable buzz around town. While the selection of new head coach Ben McCollum and highly-anticipated players as fourth-year...

Iowa men’s basketball’s Bennett Stirtz ready for introduction to the Big Ten

ROSEMONT, IL— Iowa men’s basketball went through a major reconstruction this past offseason, with new head coach Ben McCollum bringing an entirely new vibe to Iowa City. After back-to-back seasons without an NCAA tournament appearance, longtime...

Trey Thompson buzz highlights Iowa basketball at Big Ten media day

ROSEMONT, Ill. — Trey Thompson is still 17 years old. He is supposed to be a senior in high school. He’s been on the Hawkeyes' campus for only about three months and participated in on-court team activities for even less time. But Thompson is...

Colorado injury report (Week 7): Massive blow for Deion Sanders as 12 players listed "out" for Iowa State matchup

The Colorado Buffaloes under coach Deion Sanders suffered their second consecutive loss when they fell 35-21 to the TCU Horned Frogs in Week 6 of college football action. The loss dropped the Buffs to a 2-4 record this season as Coach Prime...

College football and NFL on TV Oct. 9-13

Today (Wednesday) 6:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Missouri State at MTSU 7 p.m. CBSSN — Liberty at Texas-El Paso Thursday 6 p.m. ESPNU — Louisiana Tech at Kennesaw State 6:30 p.m. ESPN — East Carolina at Tulane 7 p.m. CBSSN — Jacksonville State at Sam Houston 7...

The Camp: Wisconsin-Iowa preview, how the 2024 game changed the Badgers, Week 7 picks

Wisconsin and Iowa will play for the Heartland Trophy on Saturday night. Zach and Jesse preview the game, including the keys for the #badgers to snap their 3-game losing streak to the Hawkeyes. The guys also get into all the ways last year’s...

Tyler Tachman's rapid reactions from Iowa basketball at Big Ten media day