An angler on the Iowa River has officially set a new state record for the spotted bass (Micropterus punctulatus), a ...

Iowa 4-H is launching a new statewide fishing club, designed for Iowa youth in grades 4-12. This immersive program aims to deepen participants’ understanding of aquatic life found in Iowa, focusing on ...

Nebraska native George Thompson reeled in a record blue catfish on Oct. 12, breaking the record for the largest caught in Iowa.

The Midwest falls right in the middle of the most scenic and productive fishing spots for any state in the US. The state has plenty of lakes, rivers and reservoirs in which anglers of all skill levels ...

Nitrate levels in the Raccoon River dropped below the federal drinking water limit for the first time since a lawn-watering ban was implemented on June 12. Heavy rainfall is believed to have ...

A Cedar Rapids woman has been charged after officials say she tried to resell sporting goods on Facebook marketplace.

Fishing Iowa’s trout streams is a unique way to enjoy the cool fall weather and marvel at the amazing colors of Iowa’s prize trout. Male brown and brook trout display ...

The bidding process for the Iowa River Trail Bridge Replacement Project will commence at the end of April for $459,000 after the Iowa City City Council unanimously approved the project at its formal ...

Lyle School’s Fishing Club won a new kayak through the Cedar Scenes photo contest, expanding opportunities for students to explore local waterways and learn outdoor skills.

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. The body of a man reported missing two weeks ago in the Iowa City area was found over the weekend in the ...

Uncover the underrated beauty of Iowa's state parks. From caves to rivers, immerse yourself in the scenic wonders.

The Black Hawk Bridge at Lansing, Iowa, opened in 1931. (Iowa DOT photo) The 94-year-old Mississippi River bridge between southwest Wisconsin and Lansing, Iowa, that’s been temporarily closed twice ...