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

12 hours ago in Crime, Local

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

12 hours ago in Crime, Local

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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Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers

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Indiana completes undefeated season and wins first national title, beating Miami 27-21 in CFP final

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Ag News

1 week ago in Farm, Local

KICD Farm News Report: Final 2025 Iowa Crop Numbers

George Bower has the official Iowa production numbers that were released today, January 13.

2 weeks ago in Farm, Local

November Commodity Price Report

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