NEWS

MENLO PARK (AP) -- It wasn't just fact-checking that Meta scrapped from its platforms as it prepares for the second Trump administration. The social media giant has also loosened its rules around hate speech and abuse —…

DES MOINES -- The price of regular unleaded gasoline rose 15 cents, averaging $2.91 across Iowa according to AAA. Crude Oil Summary The price of global crude oil rose this week on the West Texas…

OSKALOOSA -- High school seniors living in Mahaska County and attending any high school are eligible to apply now for a Chamber Scholarship sponsored by the Mahaska Chamber & Development Group. Information is available from…

DES MOINES -- Meeting the housing demands of our robust economy is going to require a strategic, proactive and innovative effort, including from Iowa communities and employers to ensure that all Iowans can afford and…

Reba McEntire's career continues to pick up momentum at the point where most country singers start to slow down. The country legend/TV host/actress is taking on another huge project for the big screen. The 2013…

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. regulators have opened an investigation into 2.6 million Teslas after reports of crashes involving the use of company technology that allows drivers to remotely command their vehicle to return to…

By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) The latest Iowa Business Council survey finds “a significant increase in optimism” about the economy among some of the state’s largest employers. The council represents 21 Iowa-based companies that…

By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) John Deere has notified state officials it will lay off 75 workers from its Ottumwa plant next month. Last year, Deere offered early retirement to over 100 employees at…

OSKALOOSA -- Mahaska County homeowners in need of financial assistance for home repairs can now apply to the 2025 Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. The program is offered through the Area 15 Regional Planning Commission. Eligible…

OSKALOOSA -- A new 5k/half-marathon event has been announced for the city of Oskaloosa this March. The Pot of Gold 5k and Half Marathon will be held on Saturday, March 29, at recreation trails throughout…