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KCCI chief political reporter Amanda Rooker explores what Trump's visit today means for candidates running in the competitive race for Iowa's 3rd Congressional District.
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January 27, 2026 at 6:14 PM
KCCI chief political reporter Amanda Rooker explores what Trump's visit today means for candidates running in the competitive race for Iowa's 3rd Congressional District.
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A Massachusetts man has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute fentanyl in a case connected to a death in Norwalk.
Massachusetts man sentenced to 8 years for fentanyl distribution linked to Iowa death
A Massachusetts man has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute fentanyl in a case connected to a death in Norwalk.
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January 27, 2026 at 5:54 PM
A Massachusetts man has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute fentanyl in a case connected to a death in Norwalk.
President Donald Trump is on his way to Iowa, where he is expected to give a speech on affordability.
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January 27, 2026 at 5:54 PM
President Donald Trump is on his way to Iowa, where he is expected to give a speech on affordability.
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The Hawkeyes have several chances to add a signature win to their resume while the Cyclones hope to stay close to home for the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament.
Bracketology: Here's where Iowa State and Iowa stand 7 weeks away from Selection Sunday 2026
The Hawkeyes have several chances to add a signature win to their resume while the Cyclones hope to stay close to home for the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament.
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January 27, 2026 at 5:43 PM
The Hawkeyes have several chances to add a signature win to their resume while the Cyclones hope to stay close to home for the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament.
Iowa cattle farmers say record-low numbers of cows pose more challenges for new ranchers trying to enter the industry.
New Iowa farmers struggle to grow due to rising costs, record-low cattle inventory
Iowa cattle farmers say record-low numbers of cows pose more challenges for new ranchers trying to enter the industry.
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January 27, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Iowa cattle farmers say record-low numbers of cows pose more challenges for new ranchers trying to enter the industry.
An 82-year-old Ankeny man received a fine and six months of probation after investigators say he stopped his vehicle to let a flock of geese cross the road, then accelerated into the flock when they were in the middle of his lane.
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January 27, 2026 at 4:20 PM
An 82-year-old Ankeny man received a fine and six months of probation after investigators say he stopped his vehicle to let a flock of geese cross the road, then accelerated into the flock when they were in the middle of his lane.
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Forget Punxsutawney Phil, we've got Griff III.
Drake University launches 'Griff-Hog Day' to predict weather during Relays
Forget Punxsutawney Phil, we've got Griff III.
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January 27, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Forget Punxsutawney Phil, we've got Griff III.
Senate File 2051 would have eliminated an exemption in the Iowa Smokefree Air Act that allows smoking in gambling structures, excursion gambling boats, and racetracks.
Bill to prohibit smoking in Iowa casinos fails to advance in Senate
Senate File 2051 would have eliminated an exemption in the Iowa Smokefree Air Act that allows smoking in gambling structures, excursion gambling boats, and racetracks.
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January 27, 2026 at 3:07 PM
Senate File 2051 would have eliminated an exemption in the Iowa Smokefree Air Act that allows smoking in gambling structures, excursion gambling boats, and racetracks.
You can watch President Trump's event in Iowa live today on KCCI. Details: https://t.ly/FY7qE
January 27, 2026 at 1:26 PM
You can watch President Trump's event in Iowa live today on KCCI. Details: https://t.ly/FY7qE
KCCI will livestream President Trump's event at 3 p.m. today in Clive.
Trump in Iowa: Livestream President Donald Trump's event Tuesday afternoon
KCCI will livestream President Trump's event at 3 p.m. today in Clive.
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January 27, 2026 at 1:23 PM
KCCI will livestream President Trump's event at 3 p.m. today in Clive.
Today's visit is part of the White House's strategy to have Trump travel out of Washington once a week ahead of the midterm elections to focus on affordability issues facing everyday Americans — an effort that keeps getting diverted by crisis.
Trump visits Iowa trying to focus on affordability during fallout over nurse's Minneapolis shooting
Today's visit is part of the White House's strategy to have Trump travel out of Washington once a week ahead of the midterm elections to focus on affordability issues facing everyday Americans — an effort that keeps getting diverted by crisis.
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January 27, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Today's visit is part of the White House's strategy to have Trump travel out of Washington once a week ahead of the midterm elections to focus on affordability issues facing everyday Americans — an effort that keeps getting diverted by crisis.
Winter temperatures are sticking around, but we're starting to see signs of a warm-up in the extended forecast. Jon Rivas has the latest on Iowa's weather: https://t.ly/c3tok
January 27, 2026 at 1:16 PM
Winter temperatures are sticking around, but we're starting to see signs of a warm-up in the extended forecast. Jon Rivas has the latest on Iowa's weather: https://t.ly/c3tok
Courses at the University of Iowa Center for Intellectual Freedom are launching later than expected this semester, with the center’s interim director canceling the first iteration of an American politics class.
First course at University of Iowa’s Center for Intellectual Freedom pushed to March
Centers for civic education at Iowa's universities have spent the past months developing programming and courses for students and faculty.
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January 27, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Courses at the University of Iowa Center for Intellectual Freedom are launching later than expected this semester, with the center’s interim director canceling the first iteration of an American politics class.
Trump's Iowa visit underscores competitive 3rd District race
Trump's Iowa visit underscores competitive 3rd District race
President Donald Trump's rally in Iowa's 3rd congressional district highlights the stakes for Republican Congressman Zach Nunn and the Democrats aiming to unseat him.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Trump's Iowa visit underscores competitive 3rd District race
Clive police stress safety, respect ahead of Trump visit and planned protests
Clive police stress safety, respect ahead of Trump visit and planned protests
Rehberg said protesters are allowed to bring signs, noisemakers and loudspeakers, and no permits are required to demonstrate. He added that officers will be present to ensure everyone remains safe and within the law.
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January 27, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Clive police stress safety, respect ahead of Trump visit and planned protests
Clive to close portion of NW 100th Street Tuesday for Trump visit
Clive to close portion of NW 100th Street Tuesday for Trump visit
A section of NW 100th Street in Clive will close Tuesday afternoon during President Donald Trump’s visit, with designated protest areas and traffic changes.
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January 27, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Clive to close portion of NW 100th Street Tuesday for Trump visit
Iowa biodiesel industry aims for rebound in 2026
Iowa biodiesel industry aims for rebound in 2026
Iowa's biodiesel production dropped by 31 percent last year, but industry leaders are hopeful for a recovery with upcoming federal guidance and a visit from President Trump.
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January 27, 2026 at 2:49 AM
Iowa biodiesel industry aims for rebound in 2026
Des Moines Police address rumors of ICE agents coming to city
Des Moines Police address rumors of ICE agents coming to city
Sgt. Paul Parizek says DMPD encourages residents to reach out with questions or concerns.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:49 AM
Des Moines Police address rumors of ICE agents coming to city
A half-dozen college basketball players in the state of Iowa earned weekly awards for their stellar play.
Players from state of Iowa dominate dominate college basketball awards this week
A half-dozen college basketball players in the state of Iowa earned weekly awards for their stellar play.
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January 26, 2026 at 10:48 PM
A half-dozen college basketball players in the state of Iowa earned weekly awards for their stellar play.
A federal judge has criticized what he calls the “indefensible” actions of federal immigration enforcement agents in Iowa, ruling they illegally detained a man in the Muscatine County Jail and then attempted to “cover their tracks” through misleading legal filings.
Federal judge slams Iowa ICE agents for unlawful arrest, ‘misleading’ actions
A federal judge has criticized what he calls the “indefensible” actions of federal immigration enforcement agents in Iowa, ruling they illegally detained a man in the Muscatine County Jail and then attempted to “cover their tracks” through misleading legal filings.
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January 26, 2026 at 9:53 PM
A federal judge has criticized what he calls the “indefensible” actions of federal immigration enforcement agents in Iowa, ruling they illegally detained a man in the Muscatine County Jail and then attempted to “cover their tracks” through misleading legal filings.
Democrat Rob Sand and Republican Randy Feenstra have raised the most money among candidates for Iowa governor. See details from the latest campaign finance reports: https://t.ly/aliST
January 26, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Democrat Rob Sand and Republican Randy Feenstra have raised the most money among candidates for Iowa governor. See details from the latest campaign finance reports: https://t.ly/aliST
Recent campaign finance reports reveal the substantial amounts raised by candidates in Iowa's 2026 gubernatorial race, highlighting the financial demands of running for the state's top office.
See which candidates have raised the most money: https://t.ly/aliST
See which candidates have raised the most money: https://t.ly/aliST
January 26, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Recent campaign finance reports reveal the substantial amounts raised by candidates in Iowa's 2026 gubernatorial race, highlighting the financial demands of running for the state's top office.
See which candidates have raised the most money: https://t.ly/aliST
See which candidates have raised the most money: https://t.ly/aliST
Centers for civic education at Iowa's universities have spent the past months developing programming and courses for students and faculty.
First course at University of Iowa’s Center for Intellectual Freedom pushed to March
Centers for civic education at Iowa's universities have spent the past months developing programming and courses for students and faculty.
www.kcci.com
January 26, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Centers for civic education at Iowa's universities have spent the past months developing programming and courses for students and faculty.
Courses at the University of Iowa Center for Intellectual Freedom are launching later than expected this semester, with the center’s interim director canceling the first iteration of an American politics class.
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January 26, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Courses at the University of Iowa Center for Intellectual Freedom are launching later than expected this semester, with the center’s interim director canceling the first iteration of an American politics class.
Story: https://t.ly/63wdl
Story: https://t.ly/63wdl
Court documents say officers, posing as a 15-year-old girl, traded social media and text messages with Troy Edwards, 40. He allegedly shared photos of himself, which helped police determine his identity.
Online sting leads to grooming, enticing charges against Newton man
Court documents say officers, posing as a 15-year-old girl, traded social media and text messages with Troy Edwards, 40. He allegedly shared photos of himself, which helped police determine his identity.
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January 26, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Court documents say officers, posing as a 15-year-old girl, traded social media and text messages with Troy Edwards, 40. He allegedly shared photos of himself, which helped police determine his identity.