Safety
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Public comment for Iowa impaired waterways report ends soon
The period for public comment on Iowa’s impaired waterways report closes this week.
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Iowa is in Tornado Alley: Get prepared for tornado season with these tips
Iowa is particularly prone to tornadoes and sits within Tornado Alley. Prepare yourself for tornado season in the Hawkeye State with these practical tips.
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Water watchers to sue Trump administration over polluted Iowa rivers
A coalition of clean water advocates has announced its intention to sue the Environmental Protection Agency over its handling of polluted rivers, lakes and streams in Iowa.
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6 Iowa waterfalls that are even more stunning in winter
Discover the natural beauty of winter waterfalls across Iowa. Find locations, hike details, and essential safety tips for winter exploration in this guide.
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Clean water advocates announce demands for Iowa rivers, streams
The environmental advocacy group Food & Water Watch has announced a 20-point “clean water blueprint” it says would help protect Iowa’s waterways from toxic levels of nitrate and phosphorous pollution. Manure from large-scale agriculture operations routinely pollutes ground and surface water nearby.
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The spotted lanternfly has reached Iowa. Here’s why that could be a problem
A spotted lanternfly was found in Des Moines in September. The invasive species could pose problems in the future.
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Report: Nitrate levels toxic to Iowa water
New data from the National Library of Medicine show nitrates in Iowa’s waterways reached toxic levels earlier than scientists first thought.
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It’s almost flu season. Should you still get a shot, and will insurance cover it?
Amid political chatter about vaccines and the government entities that oversee them, it’s understandable to wonder where all this leaves the 2025-26 flu vaccine. In short: Yes, the flu shot is still a thing. And four doctors we spoke to said they recommend you get your flu shot this year.
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EPA rescinds protections for Iowa drinking water
The Environmental Protection Agency has overturned a 2024 ruling that sought to protect some of Iowa’s largest waterways that provide drinking water for half a million people.
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Restaurant inspection update: Mold, expired food and ‘deceased pests’ reported
State, city and county inspectors have cited Iowa restaurants and stores for hundreds of food-safety violations during the past month, including offenses related to mold, dirty kitchens, long expired food and insect infestations.
