DES MOINES, Iowa — The state of Iowa is facing a critical physician shortage. To combat the issue, Des Moines University and Drake University are teaming up once again to offer more Iowans access to medical education.

Robert Gonzales, 53, of Des Moines pleaded guilty to robbery and kidnapping charges after forcing a woman to withdraw cash at several ATMs in June.

Four leaders of the Afghan community established in Des Moines beginning in 2021 are on a quest to build a mosque and cultural center

Explore the iconic landmarks of Iowa, from the breathtaking cornfields to the historic bridges and charming small towns.

While Iowa is recovering from a cold snap with negative 30 wind chill, the state is running about 20 to 30 inches below average for seasonal snowfall.

While central Iowa is facing some of its coldest temperatures this winter, snowfall totals continue to remain low.

Here are the Des Moines Register's female Athlete of the Week candidates for the week of Jan. 12-18. DesMoinesRegister.com readers vote to determine the winners, who will be announced at the end of the week. Trytten led Dowling Catholic in scoring during the Maroons' decisive 78-53 victory over rival Valley on Jan. 14.

Bergman, a sophomore at Des Moines Area Community College in Boone, Iowa, WCA alum Bergman earns all-ICCAC academic first team honor

The Iowa DNR continues to see increased numbers for two deer-killing diseases and is now trying to find best practices to contain the spread ahead of the 2025 hunting season.

Michael Schmidt, general counsel for the Iowa Environmental Council, a statewide coalition of groups with environmental interests, said the EPA took the unusual step of warning the DNR last year it needed to address nitrates differently when it submitted its impaired waters list for public comment.

The first RAGBRAI in 1973 started in Sioux City and ended in Davenport. The 50th ride, in 2023, did the same. RAGBRAI 2025's route will be announced on Saturday, Jan. 25. Sign up for our NewslettersOver the years,

When: Friday, Jan. 24, 6:30 p.m. The Iowa Wolves will face the Valley Suns on Friday. The theme of the game is Hoops for Hope, or Cancer Awareness Night. Fans are invited to remember those who have lost their lives to cancer, while also honoring those who are still battling.