New economic numbers indicate that seasonal hiring is now at its lowest level in more than 15 years. Why is that? Doug spoke with NBC News Radio National Correspondent, Rory O’Neill, for the latest.

A big week is coming for the B1G/Abbott Blood Drive at the University of Iowa! Doug detailed the week of October 4th as Iowa faces off against Wisconsin in the blood drive competition and how you could help the University of Iowa win $1 million for student health services! https://bigten.org/abbott/

Across the entire country, mortgage rates decreased, with Iowa having the 3rd largest drop in the nation. Doug spoke with Chip Lupo, Analyst from Wallethub.com, and he said the Midwest and the South lead the country in more affordable rates. States Where Mortgage Interest Rates Are Decreasing the Most

When some children ask to stay home from school, it’s not always because they’re sick. It’s because they don’t have adequate clothing they need to feel comfortable, confident and safe in the cold weather. A new survey from national nonprofit, Operation Warm, reveals a quiet crisis: families are forced to choose between paying bills and buying essential items like warm coats, leaving children unprepared for the colder months. Doug spoke with Brenda Lee, VP of Marketing and Communications with Operation Warm about how YOU can help these kids and families out! https://operationwarm.org/

The Commish has the scoop on highschool football and more!

On a Hawkeye Homecoming Weekend, Greg Morris, The Shoe Guy, joined Doug to talk about the return of the 1985 Team that was #2 in the country and beat #1 Michigan at Kinnick on a Rob Houghtlin field goal as time expired!

For many Americans, holiday shopping now comes with trade-offs. People are starting earlier, tracking sales and finding ways to spread out costs to keep celebrations on track. Doug spoke with Tanuj Parikh is Head of Revenue for Cash App and Afterpay at Block to find out more.

Federal prosecutors have brought charges against former FBI Director James Comey. NBC News Radio National Correspondent, Rory O’Neill, has the very latest on the DOJ investigation.

Earlier this week, Black Hawk County Public health unveiled their new, state-of-the-art Mobile Public Health Clinic. Doug spoke with Black Hawk County Public health’s Tai Burkhart, who said that in addition to service in Cedar Falls and Waterloo, this will help outreach to the underserved in rural Black Hawk County. Visit their website for more information.