Western Iowa

Democrat Dave Dawson lives in one of the state's most conservative locations, but the northwest Iowa lawyer believes his experience and relatability can win over voters in the 4th Congressional District.

Democrat Catelin Drey beat Republican Christopher Prosch by 11% in a special election held Tuesday in northwest Iowa. The Iowa Senate district voted for President Trump by 10 points in 2024. After last night's victory, Democrats are claiming momentum in a red part of the state.

Voters in Senate District 1 will cast their ballots Tuesday for either Democrat Catelin Drey or Republican Christopher Prosch.

The number of candidates who want to replace Republican U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst continues to grow. Democratic state Rep. Josh Turek from Council Bluffs says he knows how to win, even when Republicans outnumber Democrats in Iowa.

As the Woodbury County Board of Supervisors considers passing a new ordinance allowing for nuclear energy, several residents voice their disapproval.

Ryan Rhodes, a Republican businessman from Ames, wants to “Make America Iowa.” He's one candidate in a growing field of Republicans running for the U.S. House after three-term incumbent Rep. Randy Feenstra took steps to run for governor.

Another Democrat has entered the race in Iowa’s 4th Congressional District. The loss of a loved one galvanized Stephanie Steiner to run for Congress, with a focus on improving the health care system.

Kevin Negaard started Sioux City's Miracle League 10 years ago and sought a creative way to continue supporting the nonprofit through a baseball-related fundraiser.

The COVID-19 pandemic interrupted the lives of students when schools were shut down and events were canceled, including the social rite of passage that is high school prom. A recent event in Sioux City gave graduates the prom night they missed five years ago.

Stay-at-home mom Ashley WolfTornabane launched a campaign to run for Iowa's 4th District seat. She considers herself a champion for the underdog who will listen to what Iowans want instead of special interests.