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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 37m
Must-see video: Iowa fisherman lands record-breaking 105-pound catfish
Must-see video: Iowa fisherman lands record-breaking 105-pound catfish
An Iowa fisherman broke the state record by reeling in a 105-pound blue catfish from the Missouri River, surpassing a 21-year-old record.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 2h
Polk County Sheriff's Office refutes involvement in Mitchellville document confiscation
Polk County Sheriff's Office refutes involvement in Mitchellville document confiscation
The Polk County Sheriff's Office clarified it was not involved in confiscating documents in Mitchellville, emphasizing its neutrality in political matters.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 4h
Polk County Sheriff's Office seeks witnesses in year-old Des Moines murder
Polk County Sheriff's Office seeks witnesses in year-old Des Moines murder
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is calling for witnesses to help solve the murder of Michael Carter Jr., who was shot and killed a year ago at Union Labor Park in Des Moines.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 6h
Iowa Democrats back Renee Hardman for Senate District 16 seat
Iowa Democrats back Renee Hardman for Senate District 16 seat
Iowa Democrats have nominated Renee Hardman for the special election in Senate District 16, where she hopes to honor the legacy of the late Sen. Claire Celsi.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 8h
Farming roots run deep for this Iowa grandfather-grandson duo
Farming roots run deep for this Iowa grandfather-grandson duo
Melvin and Tucker Berner are nurturing their family legacy on their family farm in Calhoun County, Iowa, as they combine together just like they did a decade ago.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 10h
Des Moines police arrest suspect for attempted murder in shooting investigation
Des Moines police arrest suspect for attempted murder in shooting investigation
A Des Moines man is behind bars after police say he fired shots at two people following a dispute.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 12h
Immigration advocates say Des Moines high school student was deported
Immigration advocates say Des Moines high school student was deported
Immigration advocates say a Des Moines high school student was detained and deported by ICE agents.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 14h
Rates going up average of 7 percent for most Des Moines Water Works customers
Rates going up average of 7 percent for most Des Moines Water Works customers
The DMWW Board of Trustees has approved new rates for 2026.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 16h
Iowa traffic: Crash closes multiple lanes on I-235
Iowa traffic: Crash closes multiple lanes on I-235
A multi-vehicle crash on I-35/80 slowed drivers during the Thursday morning commute.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 18h
Another chilly morning! Meteorologist Jon Rivas explains how much we might warm up later in the day.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 19h
Southern rust slashes yields for some Iowa corn growers
Southern rust slashes yields for some Iowa corn growers
An unusually severe outbreak of southern rust has cut into corn yields across parts of Iowa this year.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 23h
Johnston siblings donate 1,500 first aid kits to low-income families across Iowa
Johnston siblings donate 1,500 first aid kits to low-income families across Iowa
Iowa siblings Millie and Krish Sethi, founders of PureKindness Foundation, have donated 1,500 first aid kits to families in need, with plans to expand their efforts.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
'Memorable moment on the mound': Teen with special needs throws out first pitch
'Memorable moment on the mound': Teen with special needs throws out first pitch
Ankeny teen Aiden Scott, representing Easter Seals of Iowa, wowed fans with his first pitch and joyful hug at an Iowa Cubs game, creating a heartwarming moment.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
Des Moines North High School swim team goes from two swimmers to city championship
Des Moines North High School swim team goes from two swimmers to city championship
The program has kept growing since its return in 2020.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
Des Moines bridge closed as police respond to person in crisis
Des Moines bridge closed as police respond to person in crisis
A Des Moines bridge is temporarily closed as police respond to a person in crisis, with traffic detoured to nearby routes.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
Meet the candidates running for Des Moines School Board
Meet the candidates running for Des Moines School Board
Three candidates are on the ballot for two at-large school board seats: incumbent Maria Alonzo, Marcus Coenen and Sara Hopkins. All three will take part in a candidate forum Wednesday night, which you can watch live on our website.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
Trial set for ex-Des Moines superintendent accused of immigration violations
Trial set for ex-Des Moines superintendent accused of immigration violations
Former Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts will face trial later this year on charges related to his immigration status and employment documentation.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
World Food Prize week underway in Des Moines; key award handed out Thursday
World Food Prize week underway in Des Moines; key award handed out Thursday
The World Food Prize week in Des Moines gathers international leaders to address global food security issues and honors former chairman John Ruan III with a new statue.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
First fall frost finally reaches Iowa
First fall frost finally reaches Iowa
Before this week, parts of the state had yet to drop below 40 degrees this fall.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
Iowa man charged with quadruple murder files to change trial venue
Iowa man charged with quadruple murder files to change trial venue
A man accused of killing four people in Iowa is asking to have his trial moved.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
Iowa man sentenced to 50 years in prison for murder of teen girl
Iowa man sentenced to 50 years in prison for murder of teen girl
A Decorah man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for the murder of a 15-year-old girl in 2017.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
We're staying chilly as the week continues.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
City of Ames preparing for cold weather
City of Ames preparing for cold weather
Ames will begin shutting off water to restrooms and drinking fountains next week.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 1d
Polk County leader hopeful for partnership with Linn, Johnson County for water quality funding
Polk County leader hopeful for partnership with Linn, Johnson County for water quality funding
Polk County has pledged $200K to Iowa's water quality monitoring system after state budget cuts, but long-term funding remains uncertain as other counties consider support.
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KCCI 8 News @kcci.bsky.social · 2d
Iowa State eyes rebound with key players back for BYU showdown
Iowa State eyes rebound with key players back for BYU showdown
Iowa State welcomes back key players, including Carson Hansen and Kyle Konrardy, for Saturday’s Homecoming game against 11th-ranked BYU, aiming to end a two-game skid.
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