Sports
13 hours ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
High School Wrestling Scores: 1/20/25
Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area
13 hours ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
High School Basketball Scores: 1/20/26
Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area
13 hours ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
Tiger Basketball Teams Struggle in Second Meeting with Cherokee
Cherokee Girls with 9 3s while the Brave Boys hit 7 in the wins.
16 hours ago in Sports
Record crowds witness Sabalenka, Alcaraz, Gauff and Zverev advance at Australian Open
Another day, another record crowd. Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz advanced in straight sets Wednesday and the No. 3 seeds — Coco Gauff and Alexander Zverev — also progressed to the third round of the Australian Open.
2 days ago in Sports
Catcher J.T. Realmuto and Philadelphia Phillies finalize $45 million, 3-year contract
Catcher J.T. Realmuto and the Philadelphia Phillies finalized their $45 million, three-year contract on Tuesday. Realmuto gets salaries of $15 million in each of the next three seasons and can earn a maximum $5 million annually in award bonuses.
National
15 hours ago in National
The US is on the verge of losing its measles elimination status. Here’s why that matters
It's been a year since a measles outbreak began in West Texas, and international health authorities say they plan to meet in April to determine if the U.S. has lost its measles-free designation.
15 hours ago in National
House Republicans begin push to hold the Clintons in contempt of Congress over the Epstein probe
House Republicans are starting a push Wednesday to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, opening the prospect of the House using one of its most powerful punishments against a former president for the first time.
2 days ago in National
The US political climate spurs efforts to reclaim the MLK holiday
As communities across the country on Monday hosted parades, panels and service projects for the 40th federal observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the political climate for some is more fraught with tensions than festive with reflection on the slain Black American civil rights icon's legacy.
6 days ago in National
NASA sends 4 astronauts back to Earth in first medical evacuation
An astronaut in need of doctors' care departed the International Space Station with three crewmates on Wednesday in NASA's first medical evacuation.
7 days ago in National
Trump threatens to use the Insurrection Act to end protests in Minneapolis
President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act and deploy troops to quell persistent protests against the federal officers sent to Minneapolis to enforce his administration's massive immigration crackdown.
Entertainment
15 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins, members of Kiss and more get into Songwriters Hall of Fame
Taylor Swift, Kiss' Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, Alanis Morissette and Kenny Loggins make up the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees.
15 hours ago in Entertainment, Local
Officials Watching Temperatures for Polar Plunge Saturday Afternoon
Morgan Strauss with the Iowa Lakes Chamber says the Arnolds Park / Okoboji Fire and Rescue team provides support during the daring dive into the water, too.
16 hours ago in Entertainment
Kristen Bell returning as host to SAG’s Actor Awards
Kristen Bell is returning as host of the Screen Actors Guild's Actor Awards for a third time. The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, the union that presents the annual awards, announced Wednesday that Bell will emcee the March 1 awards, formerly known as the SAG Awards.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Channing Tatum to bring his dancing, ab-heavy ‘Magic Mike Live’ to New York City
Channing Tatum is bringing the stage spin-off of his wildly successful "Magic Mike" film franchise to New York City, promising to "turn up the gas" on a show that already generates plenty of heat.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Valentino, designer whose gowns made royals and movie stars feel beautiful, dies at 93
Valentino Garavani, the jet-set Italian designer whose high-glamour gowns — often in his trademark shade of "Valentino red" — were fashion show staples for nearly half a century, died Monday. He was 93.
Lifestyle
9 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers
Winter weather brings various hazards that people have to contend with to keep warm and safe. These dangers can include carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia and frozen pipes that can burst and make homes unlivable.
16 hours ago in Lifestyle
This just in from The New York Times: Its first 2-player game, and an evolving business model
For subscribers to The New York Times who are as interested in solving Wordle or filling in the crossword puzzle as in reading the latest political or business news, Wednesday is a big day.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday
The crisp crinkle of fallen leaves beneath your feet. The swish and trickle of water moving through a stream. A breath of crisp, fresh air. Spending time in nature can be invigorating or produce feelings of peace and calm.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips
As they age, it's not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning. But if you "oof" every time you get in a car or "aargh" while bending over to pick up something, it may be time to prioritize exercises that target your mobility.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
6 therapist-approved mental health tips to kick off the new year
Rula offers six therapist-approved mental health tips for the new year, emphasizing self-reflection, energy management, and setting achievable goals.
Local News from Northwest Iowa Now
South Dakota Man Sentenced to Life for Spencer Alley Murder
A South Dakota man will face life in prison following a murder in Spencer.
13 hours ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
High School Wrestling Scores: 1/20/25
Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area
13 hours ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
High School Basketball Scores: 1/20/26
Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area
13 hours ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
Tiger Basketball Teams Struggle in Second Meeting with Cherokee
Cherokee Girls with 9 3s while the Brave Boys hit 7 in the wins.
News
South Dakota Man Sentenced to Life for Spencer Alley Murder
A South Dakota man will face life in prison following a murder in Spencer.
13 hours ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
High School Wrestling Scores: 1/20/25
Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area
13 hours ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
High School Basketball Scores: 1/20/26
Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area
13 hours ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
Tiger Basketball Teams Struggle in Second Meeting with Cherokee
Cherokee Girls with 9 3s while the Brave Boys hit 7 in the wins.
14 hours ago in Local
Estherville Council Approves Power Plant Repairs, Fixes Zoning Error
The Estherville City Council moved forward with several key power plant repairs as well as fixing a zoning error Monday.
14 hours ago in Local
From Council to Mayor, McKeon Sees a Strong Storm Lake
As the new Storm Lake City Council starts working on the city's priorities and issues, McKeon is ready to do whatever is needed.
14 hours ago in Local, Outdoors
Trail Association Updates Progress Linking Clay and Dickinson
Dickinson County Trial Director Erin Reed says they had hoped to complete the 3-mile gap in 2026, but it will probably be 2027.
15 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins, members of Kiss and more get into Songwriters Hall of Fame
Taylor Swift, Kiss' Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, Alanis Morissette and Kenny Loggins make up the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees.
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9 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers
Winter weather brings various hazards that people have to contend with to keep warm and safe. These dangers can include carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia and frozen pipes that can burst and make homes unlivable.
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Trump in Davos speech says he won’t use force to acquire Greenland
President Donald Trump insisted he won't use force to acquire Greenland in a speech at the World Economic Forum, where he said that the U.S. is booming but Europe is "not heading in the right direction."
2 days ago in Sports, Trending
Indiana completes undefeated season and wins first national title, beating Miami 27-21 in CFP final
Fernando Mendoza lowered his pads into a defender, spun in a full circle, used his hand to keep his balance, then launched himself horizontally and reached the ball over the goal line — an Indiana touchdown and a ready-made poster pic for a title run straight from the movies.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Valentino, designer whose gowns made royals and movie stars feel beautiful, dies at 93
Valentino Garavani, the jet-set Italian designer whose high-glamour gowns — often in his trademark shade of "Valentino red" — were fashion show staples for nearly half a century, died Monday. He was 93.
See the dates and ticket plans for the BTS tour that starts in April
The BTS comeback is upon us. The K-pop septet has announced a 2026 - 2027 world tour, kicking off in South Korea in April and running through March 2027 with over 70 dates across Asia, North America, South America, Australia and Europe.
Ag News
KICD Farm News Report: Final 2025 Iowa Crop Numbers
George Bower has the official Iowa production numbers that were released today, January 13.
November Commodity Price Report
USDA: Ag Prices Rose in November, Input Costs Fell
4 weeks ago in AG News, Farm, Local
Goss: Rural Outlook Improving for 2026
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