RADIO IOWA: Gov. discusses details of using Iowa Guard for immigration enforcement

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds says she is working out an agreement to deploy the Iowa National Guard to help federal immigration enforcement efforts in Iowa. Reynolds says she met with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who approached
Hardin Supervisors Recommend Hog Facility Permit After Public Hearing

The Hardin County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday recommended approval of a proposed hog confinement in Hardin Township, despite public concerns raised during a lengthy hearing. Summit Farms Pork, LLC submitted the permit application for the “Hardin
Pres. Trump hits India with additional 25% tariffs over Russian oil imports

President Trump has imposed an additional 25% tariff on goods from India over its imports of oil from Russia, the White House said on Wednesday, raising the rate from 25% to 50%. In a newly issued executive
Suspect in custody after 5 soldiers are injured in shooting at Fort Stewart army base in Georgia

A suspect is in custody after five soldiers were injured in an active shooter incident at Fort Stewart in Georgia on Wednesday. According to a U.S. official and the military base, the shooting at the 2nd Armored
AP’s Waller announces college golf commitment

Aplington-Parkersburg senior Benny Waller has announced his commitment to continue his academic and athletic career at Minnesota State University. He’ll join the golf program for the 2026-2027 school year. A key contributor to the AP golf team
North Butler Softball Returns to Double Digit Wins with Help from Pitching Duo

The North Butler softball team had a bounce back season (5-19 in 2024) with help from two Top of Iowa-East all-conference pitchers. One of those pitchers was Kamri Groen, who worked a bulk of the innings with
Rams QB Matthew Stafford absent from training camp due to aggravated disc in back, expected to play in Week 1

According to multiple sources, Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford has not been able to practice at training camp due to a back injury. News on Wednesday shed light on the nature of Stafford’s injury, with Ian
Grundy Center beginning girls tennis season Thursday

The Grundy Center girls tennis team will begin its season Thursday by hosting Nevada for a non-conference dual. The Spartans are coming off a spring season where they went 2-10. With six players on the roster, five
Boston Red Sox rookie outfielder Roman Anthony finalizing 8-year, $130 million contract extension

Boston Red Sox rookie outfielder Roman Anthony is finalizing an eight-year, $130-million extension with the club. The deal is pending a physical and will reportedly include a club option, keeping him with the organization through 2034. Sources
Stepsis takes podium at UNI Media Day

UNI Football coach Todd Stepsis addressed the media Wednesday at the team’s annual preseason media day. Entering his first season in the program, Stepsis is hoping to embrace the history and tradition of UNI Football, which has