Ames Tribune

2 days ago | amestrib.com | Celia Brocker

The Iowa Board of Regents is considering a policy that would restrict the requirement of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and critical race theory (CRT) courses. The policy would impact Iowa State University, the University of Iowa, and the University of Northern Iowa starting June 30, 2026. Similar bills restricting DEI and CRT requirements in education failed to pass the Iowa legislature in its most recent session.

3 days ago | amestrib.com | Celia Brocker

Stanhope Locker owner Wesley Zanker faces felony charges for allegedly selling mislabeled meat. Zanker claims the charges, related to violations between 2021-2023, should be dismissed due to a two-year delayZanker claims he was led to believe no further action would be taken after an initial investigation and administrative resolution. A hearing on the motion to dismiss is scheduled for the day before the trial begins.

3 days ago | amestrib.com | Celia Brocker

ASSET, founded in 1985, coordinates human services planning and funding in Story County. The City of Ames is distributing $1.5 million to 22 human service agencies for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The funds will support organizations addressing homelessness, housing, food insecurity, and childcare. The City of Ames is spreading $1.5 million across 22 different human service agencies in the next fiscal year.

4 days ago | amestrib.com | Charlie Strella

June marks the beginning of a crucial period in the 2026 football recruiting cycle, with official visits underway and commitments being made. Colorado's recruiting efforts have been slow, with only two 2026 prospects signed, including tight end Gavin Mueller. Kansas leads the Big 12 in recruiting rankings, followed by Arizona State and Iowa State. Colorado is ranked 15th in the Big 12 and 81st nationally, according to 247Sports' composite team rankings.

4 days ago | amestrib.com | Cory Linsner

Michigan State football has landed their second commit from the weekend, gaining more success from the first group of official visitors making their way to campus. The Spartans have officially completed the flip of Brayden Thomas, who was formerly committed to Iowa State. Thomas, a native of Lakewood (OH) attending the very familiar St. Edward's High School, a powerhouse from the Cleveland area that has sent a number of players to East Lansing.