Sports

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Pioneers Pick up Two Wins Against Former Siouxland Conference Foe

Big first quarter powers Okoboji to route in girls game, Pioneer Boys bounce back strong from rough start defensively

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Spencer Girls Comeback to Beat Western Christian, Boys Struggle in Loss

Girls Defense holds fast through offensive struggles

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Titans Sweep Wolverines in Twin Lakes Conference Action

Hanson scores 30 for GTRA Boys in win

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Black Raider Fire Power Too Much for Tiger Girls and Boys

Both teams pick up first losses of season

3 days ago in Sports

Jahmyr Gibbs rushes for 3 TDs and Lions get much-needed 44-30 win over Cowboys

Jahmyr Gibbs and a defense that suddenly generated pressure and turnovers helped the Detroit Lions stay in contention for a playoff berth. Gibbs ran for three touchdowns, including a 13-yarder with 2:19 left that sealed the Lions' much-needed 44-30 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night.

National

3 days ago in National

Grand jury rejects new mortgage fraud indictment against New York Attorney General Letitia James

The Justice Department failed Thursday to secure a new indictment against New York Attorney General Letitia James after a judge dismissed the previous mortgage fraud prosecution encouraged by President Donald Trump, according to people familiar with the matter.

4 days ago in National

Trump proposal would weaken vehicle mileage rules that limit air pollution

President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a proposal to weaken vehicle mileage rules for the auto industry, loosening regulatory pressure on automakers to control pollution from gasoline-powered cars and trucks.

4 days ago in National

Luigi Mangione’s court hearing continues on anniversary of UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing

A high-stakes hearing in the New York murder case against Luigi Mangione continues Thursday, a year to the day after prosecutors say he gunned down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

5 days ago in National

Trump-backed Republican Matt Van Epps wins US House special election in Tennessee

Republican Matt Van Epps won a nationally watched special election in Tennessee for a U.S. House seat Tuesday, maintaining his party's grip on the conservative district with help from President Donald Trump.

6 days ago in National

Luigi Mangione due in court as fight continues over evidence in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing case

Luigi Mangione is due back in court on Tuesday for the second day of a hearing in his bid to bar New York prosecutors from using evidence that they say links him to last year's killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Entertainment

3 days ago in Entertainment

Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. studio and streaming business for $72 billion

Netflix has struck a deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, the legacy Hollywood giant behind "Harry Potter" and "Friends," to buy its studio and streaming business for $72 billion.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Local

Festival of Trees Returns to Laurens for 25th Year

The annual Festival of Trees returns for the 2025 holiday season this weekend, celebrating its 25th year.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Local, Outdoors

Snow Fun in Dickinson County This Weekend

Heibult says sledders can hit the slopes from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days

4 days ago in Entertainment, Local

Live Radio Play Opens Tonight at Spencer Community Theater

Spencer, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — SCT Board member Connie Goeken says you can WATCH the RADIO this week as the Senior…

4 days ago in Entertainment

The PlayStation turns 30: Looking back at the console that gave us Lara Croft and ‘The Last of Us’

From big-budget Hollywood fare like "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" starring Angelina Jolie, to Juice WRLD's video for "Hear Me Calling" to "The Last of Us" on HBO Max, the PlayStation experience has leapt far past the console.

Lifestyle

3 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Parents under pressure offer creative tips for moving Santa’s spy Elf on the Shelf

Elf on the Shelf, who turns 20 this year, has created lots of family memories, laughter and the occasional parental panic over where to move the elf next.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Don’t forget pets when preparing for winter’s cold. Here’s what experts recommend

As wintry weather settles in, it brings risks for pets as well as people. Pet owners can take steps to keep their animals warm and safe, including learning about the dangers of extreme temperatures, buying weather-resistant accessories, and stocking up on extra supplies in case of power outages or storms.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

Can your dog eat Christmas dinner? The holiday foods pets can and can’t have

Spot & Tango reports on safe holiday foods for dogs, warning against harmful items and how to include pets in festive celebrations responsibly.

7 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty

Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

What’s open on Thanksgiving? Not much, as many stores rest — or prepare — ahead of Black Friday

With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season this week, Americans will again gather for Turkey Day meals before knocking off items on their Christmas gift lists.

Local News from Northwest Iowa Now

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Pioneers Pick up Two Wins Against Former Siouxland Conference Foe

Big first quarter powers Okoboji to route in girls game, Pioneer Boys bounce back strong from rough start defensively

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Spencer Girls Comeback to Beat Western Christian, Boys Struggle in Loss

Girls Defense holds fast through offensive struggles

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Titans Sweep Wolverines in Twin Lakes Conference Action

Hanson scores 30 for GTRA Boys in win

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Black Raider Fire Power Too Much for Tiger Girls and Boys

Both teams pick up first losses of season

News

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Pioneers Pick up Two Wins Against Former Siouxland Conference Foe

Big first quarter powers Okoboji to route in girls game, Pioneer Boys bounce back strong from rough start defensively

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Spencer Girls Comeback to Beat Western Christian, Boys Struggle in Loss

Girls Defense holds fast through offensive struggles

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Titans Sweep Wolverines in Twin Lakes Conference Action

Hanson scores 30 for GTRA Boys in win

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Black Raider Fire Power Too Much for Tiger Girls and Boys

Both teams pick up first losses of season

3 days ago in Entertainment, Local

Festival of Trees Returns to Laurens for 25th Year

The annual Festival of Trees returns for the 2025 holiday season this weekend, celebrating its 25th year.

3 days ago in Crime, Local

Ruthven Man Facing Multiple Charges

An investigation stemming from a traffic stop late this summer has resulted in new felony weapon charges for a Ruthven man.

3 days ago in Business, Local

Do-Over for Downtown Spirit Lake Holiday Event

Spirit Lake Chamber of Commerce and local businesses have planned a full day of fun, again!

3 days ago in Local, Outdoors

Iowa DNR Preaches Safety for First Shotgun Season Opener

Iowa DNR

With temperatures expected to drop significantly this weekend, Yarkosky advises hunters to prepare for the cold, but never at the expense of safety.

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3 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Parents under pressure offer creative tips for moving Santa’s spy Elf on the Shelf

Elf on the Shelf, who turns 20 this year, has created lots of family memories, laughter and the occasional parental panic over where to move the elf next.

5 days ago in Music, Trending

Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here and Bad Bunny has dethroned Taylor Swift as most-streamed artist

The holiday season is here, and with it, a present for fans of end of year data and marketing: Spotify Wrapped is here! And Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny has been named its most-played artist for a fourth time, dethroning Taylor Swift.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ to feature Chappell Roan, Mariah Carey, Post Malone and Maren Morris

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7 days ago in Sports, Trending

NFL division races tighten after a weekend full of surprises and upsets

The race for division titles in the NFL got tighter in Week 13. The Rams, Colts and Steelers became the latest first-place teams to lose Sunday. The Eagles and Ravens lost Thursday. The Patriots play Monday night. Five of the eight divisions have two teams tied for the top spot or separated by less than a game.

7 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty

Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday.

Ag News

3 weeks ago in Farm, Local

Cherokee and Buena Vista Counties Hit Moderate Drought Status

The latest USDA Drought Monitor update was released this week.

3 weeks ago in Farm, Local

Alliant Pushes Kossuth Battery Plan

A major northern Iowa wind farm may soon get a significant upgrade to help stabilize the region's power grid.