Peak Alert: Electric Services Asks Residents to Save Power

High temperatures are expected to place a high demand on electricity. The city is asking residents to do what they can to conserve power.

GOP Leaders: Iowa Could Lose Presidential Selection Power

Is the Iowa GOP too conservative to count?

Area Republican Party Chair Resigns, Steve King's Immigration Remarks to Blame

Chad Brown, of Ankeny, and former Polk County Republican Co-Chair, said he became an independent because of hateful language and other dysfunction.

King Stirs Up Presidential Speculation in New Hampshire

Congressman Steve King's visits to early primary states have some speculating that he will make a bid for president.

What Do You Want at Roosevelt Park?

The city of Ames could begin park improvements the summer of 2014.

New Animal Control Head Comes from California

How To Vote Early in the School Board Election

Early voting has begun at the Story County Auditor's Office in Nevada.

Steve King Suggests Obama Drink Beer With Rodeo Clown

King told Obama to invite the now infamous rodeo clown to a beer summit, reports say.

Ames Man Among Iowans Recognized for Saving Lives

Nicholas Schroeder pulled a man from his burning car in March.

Public Wi-Fi Spots Shutdown Across Ames

Outdoor wi-fi locations have been shutdown in Ames due to poor usage.

Want to Weigh In on Park Planned for Former Roosevelt School Site?

Commonly called “Roosevelt Park,” the proposed site covers 1.3 acres of land at the corner of Ninth and Roosevelt streets. The former playground area has been give to the city for parkland, according to a statement from the city.

Diarrhea Illness, Crypto, Jumps in the State

A parasite that causes a diarrhea illness has infected hundreds of people in the state of Iowa.

Steve King for President? Congressman Heads to South Carolina

Steve King plans to visit South Carolina and some say the visit indicates that he will run for president in 2016.

Councilman Will Run for Iowa Senate

Jeremy Davis, who works for U.S. Rep. Steve King plans to run for Sen. Herman Quirmbach's seat in 2014.

Public Library Names Director

Ames Public Library Board of Trustees Named a New Director Last Week.

Election 2016 Watch: Tea Party Star and GOP Senator Cruz Set for Key Iowa Event - Ronald Reagan Dinner

Sen. Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas, has been announced as a headliner for the Ronald Reagan Commemorative Dinner on Oct. 25 at the Iowa State Fairground in Des Moines.

Parasite Closes Furman Aquatic Center

Furman Aquatic Center has been closed after two cases of Crypto have been confirmed in the county. The parasite that causes the intestinal illness is commonly spread through drinking and recreational water.

Dream Immigration Forum Draws Supporters and Protest

Senators Tom Harkin and Dick Durbin attracted more supporters than protesters at a recent immigration forum in Ames Friday.

Sen. Harkin: People Who Want To Come Here Are Not Criminals

Amnesty Protesters Lined Up Outside Immigration Forum

Donald Trump, Rick Santorum, Baldwin Brother Among GOP Speakers at Family Leadership Summit

A political organization that supports conservative Christian values has announced their lineup for the Family Leadership Summit. Donald Trump, Rick Santorum, Charles Grassley and others are on the lineup.

Sen. Tom Harkin, Durbin Hold Dream Immigration Forum in Response to King's Immigrant Drug Smuggling Comments.

US Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Tom Harkin (D-IA) will hold an immigration forum 10 a.m. Friday at Ames Middle School in response to “incendiary remarks” that Congressman King made in recent weeks.

King Said No Republican Disagrees with His Stance on Immigration

King drew some criticism when he said: “they’ve got calves the size of cantaloupes because they’re hauling 75 pounds of marijuana across the desert.” about residents living in the U.S. illegally. King said no one will publicly disagree with him.

Should More Be Done in the Iowa Juvenile Home Isolation Case?: Iowa Patch Poll

An Iowa Juvenile Home in Toledo had placed girls in isolation cells and denied their access to education, an advocacy group alleges. The home's director has been replaced. Should more be done?

AFSCME Endorses Jim Mowrer for 4th District Race

Jim Mowrer, a Boone native who hopes to unseat Steve King, announced this week that he was backed by a union committee.

Congressman Steve King Draws Fire For Immigrant Drug Smuggling Quote

“ … they’ve got calves the size of cantaloupes because they’re hauling 75 pounds of marijuana across the desert,” King told Newsmax.

Forget Long Lines at the Iowa DOT – Governor Unveils Online System to Renew Driver's Licenses

Gov. Terry Branstad's office revealed the new system Monday, which will allow Iowa drivers to skip the DOT office every other renewal period.

Orazem Announces Candidacy in Letter to Community

Peter Orazem represents Ames as an at-large council member.

Gloria Betcher Announces City Council Campaign

King Challenger, Jim Mowrer, Visits Ames Thursday

Jim Mowrer who is seeking the Democratic nomination for the 4th District seat will make a campaign stop at Cafe Diem.

Senate Candidate Joni Ernst Joins Congressman Steve King, SOS Matt Schultz For Judge Joseph Story Dinner

Joni Ernst a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate will campaign in Ames Monday.

Gov. Explains Veto of Iowa State University Biosciences Building Funds

Public university building projects would have a stronger chance of getting state funding if officials can show that the building has a positive economic impact for Iowa, Gov. Terry Branstad said in an IowaWatch interview.

Abraham Named New Ames Parks & Recreation Director

Keith Abraham officially became the new Parks & Recreation director this week.

Abraham Named New Ames Parks & Recreation Director

Keith Abraham officially became the new Parks & Recreation director this week.

Senate Candidate Joni Ernst Joins Congressman Steve King, SOS Matt Schultz For Judge Joseph Story Dinner

Joni Ernst a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate will campaign in Ames Monday.

Justin Dodge Announces City Council Campaign

A flight operations manager for GeoVantage said he intends to run for Ward 1 in the Nov. 5 citywide election.

Third Council Member Announces End of City Gov. Career

Three members of the Ames City Council have announced that they will not run for office this fall.

Obama Declares Story County A Disaster

Tyler Olson Offers 'Fresh Perspective' in Race for Iowa Gov.

Steve King Sees Challenge for Seat From Iraq War Veteran

Jim Mowrer, a 27-year-old Boone native and Iowa National Guardsman, said he will challenge Congressman Steve King, R-Kiron for his 4th-District seat.