Unemployment Rate Steady In Urbandale Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Polk County is higher than the Iowa average.

City Of Urbandale: Trail Closure Near Douglas Roundabout

The trail near Walnut Creek from Douglas Parkway to 142nd Street is closed as a contractor works to install some pipe in that area. Cons ...

City Of Urbandale: Trash Collection Delayed, Recycling Collection As Usual

Recycling is running on a normal collection schedule this week, while garbage/yard waste collection is delayed one day this week. For th ...

Polk County Close To Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Urbandale area compares to Iowa for coronavirus vaccinations.

Urbandale Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

Polk County's unemployment rate is higher than the Iowa average.

The Digital Divide: How Urbandale Area Compares In Internet Usage

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

Federal Taxes: How Do Your Payments And Refunds Compare?

Compare your federal tax payments and refunds to state and national averages.

Rape, Incest Populate Earth; 7 Other Things Steve King Has Said

Iowa’s Steve King, long known for incendiary remarks, asks if there would be “any population of the world” if not for rape and incest.

DART seeking input on proposed schedule changes

Proposed changes include improved midday service and new crosstown route on Douglas/Euclid Avenues

Urbandale Council Approves Development Agreement With Deere

Deere & Company will get an estimated $4.1 million rebate in property taxes paid over 10 years when it builds a new technology headquarters.

Urbandale Incumbents Retain Council, Mayor Seats

Ron Pogge and David Russell were re-elected to the Urbandale City Council Tuesday.

Urbandale Fire Station Bond Referendum Passes By Large Margin

Construction on the $6 million fire station and a fueling station will begin early in 2018, with completion expected by mid-2019.

Urbandale Election: Where To Vote, What's On The Ballot

Voters will decide whether to build a $6 million fire station and pass a one-cent sales tax in addition to electing a City Council member.

Three-Way Race For Two Urbandale City Council Seats

Challenger Michael Sadler is making his first bid for political office in a race against incumbents Ron Pogge and David Russell.

Urbandale Ties Interchange Projects, Development Areas Together With 'Urban Loop'

The newly designated Urban Loop in Urbandale will be a focal point for development as Iowa DOT interchange projects are completed.

Urbandale Mayor Will Focus On Future In State Of The City Address Thursday

Urbandale celebrates its centennial this year and the mayoral State of the City address will highlight growth and upcoming projects.

Urbandale Brand Campaign For Development Area To Be Launched Tuesday

Urbandale branding campaign will focus on two major interchanges and more than 700 acres of development area.

DART Commission votes unanimously to change to more unanimous route structure

Each member government to have one representative with new governance structure

DART names Tim Sanderson as new Chief Operating Officer

Brings over 15 years' experience with transit systems in Tennessee and Manitoba to transit post.

DART recognizes 10th anniversary of Bike & Ride Program

Over 355,000 bike & ride trips made since program started in 2005.

O'Malley Running for President to 'Rebuild the American Dream'

Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley told a crowd at Federal Hill event that he's running for the Democratic party's nomination.

Iowa Congressman David Young Votes To Make Government More Accountable

Click here to read about the Iowa Congressman's thoughts on Obamacare.

Christie Reportedly Pushed Port Authority To Give Contract To Dallas Cowboys Owner's Firm

Governor Chris Christie and Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones may have more than football in common.

Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economic benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Letter: Branstad Manipulates Job Statistics

A letter from By Ken Sagar, President of the Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO

Shutdown Delays Letters Expressing Voters' Feelings on the Shutdown

Senate postal operations are largely closed, so Grassley and other congressional offices in Washington are not getting postal mail deliveries, Grassley's office said.

Local and State Officials Fire Up Dallas County GOP Activists

"Super volunteers" from Waukee, West Des Moines, Urbandale and Perry also honored.

Braley's 'No Towel Service' Spurs Jimmy Kimmel Skit

U.S. Congressman Bruce Braley's complaint about having no towel service at the Congressional Gym was the subject of a joke on Jimmy Kimmel.

One Iowa Equality Group Responds to Lawsuit Against Business that Turned Away Gay Couple

Owners of the Gortz Haus contend the government shouldn’t force them to host a religious ceremony violating their beliefs, despite Iowa civil rights code.

Taxpayers Group Schedules More ‘Ideas in Action’ Sessions

Taxpayers group presents sessions on innovations in local service delivery, understanding your tax bill, and some of the pros and cons of tax increment financing districts.

Iowa National Guard Recalls Over 1,000 Furloughed Employees

The move comes in response to the Pay Our Military Act, passed by Congress and signed by President Obama last week to keep paychecks coming to the armed forces during the federal government shutdown.

Branstad Headlines Dallas County GOP Steak Fry

Several GOP candidates for U.S. Senate have also been invited to address the crowd.

Government Shutdown Hasn't Affected State Parks

Some state parks are located on federal land, but they remain open.

Iowa National Guard Impacted as Government Shutdown Begins

Many of the National Guard troops stationed at Camp Dodge in Johnston are expected to be furloughed today.

Residents of Nearby Townhomes Oppose Apartment Construction

Residents, developer asked to continue discussions and find a compromise.

City of Johnston: No Double Pay for Johnston, Grimes Firefighters

The federal government is investigating the Johnston and Grimes fire departments.

GOP's Zaun Joins Democrats in Asking Governor to Shift Funds to Stop Mental Health Center Closing

In a letter, five Iowa senators say the governor's veto of $13 million legislation is leaving Iowans needing mental health services vulnerable as state switches to regional delivery system.