DES MOINES, IA (IRN) – Iowa has set another new record for coronavirus hospitalizations as the state reported 17 additional deaths Tuesday. There have been 1,464 total deaths. Health department data shows a record number of Iowans are hospitalized with the virus. There are currently 463 hospitalized, up from 449 the previous day and higher than the previous record of 461 set on October 8.

DES MOINES, IA (IRN) – Iowa reached a grim milestone on Monday, surpassing 100,000 coronavirus cases. According to the Iowa Department of Public Health, there were 432 new cases reported in Iowa. That brings the total number of cases in the state to 100,027. State Epidemiologist Dr. Caitlin Pedati said the increase in cases correlates with the increase in community activity. Dr. Pedati urges Iowans to limit social gatherings.

DES MOINES, IA (IRN) – Des Moines Mayor Frank Cownie is concerned a rally planned by President Donald Trump at the Des Moines International Airport tomorrow could be a super-spreader event. The campaign is encouraging attendees to wear masks and socially distance.

IOWA CITY, IA (IRN) – The University of Iowa athletics department reported 10 more positive COVID-19 test results among coaches, staff, and athletes between October 5 and October 11. Individuals who tested positive are undergoing isolation procedures and staff will conduct contract tracing to identify any other potential exposures.

CEDAR FALLS, IA (IRN) – Four days after the tragic accident that took his life, University of Northern Iowa freshman Isaac Roerig was honored by his classmates. Roerig was outside his car when he was hit by a semi. Over 100 people gathered, playing music and sharing memories. The Panther marching band performed as friends of Roerig’s wept and hugged one another.