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Wisconsin Communities Face FEMA Aid Denial After Floods
After severe storms in Wisconsin, FEMA denied federal disaster aid, leaving local communities responsible for millions in recovery costs.

25 Retired Candy Hearts That Won't Return For Valentine's Day
These conversation heart messages have been retired and will likely never see another Valentine's Day.

Building Trust In Dubuque: Police And Kids Unite For Shopping Fun
In a small town like Dubuque, compassion flows through programs that turn officers into mentors, creating lasting connections that brighten children's lives.

Use of Force Justified in Dubuque Officer-Involved Shooting
The Dubuque County Attorney says no criminal charges are warranted after reviewing a fatal officer-involved shooting outside a downtown bar on January 4, 2026.

Iowa Woman Gives Birth at FedEx Facility
The birth of a Des Moines' couple's baby came equipped with a stranger-than-fiction story.

Northern Illinois Residents Report Strange ‘Burning Smell’ in Area
The influx of 911 calls regarding a burning odor has left fire officials baffled.
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Concerts & Comedy Shows Coming to Iowa in 2026 [LIST]
2025 is on its way out, and we're already looking forward to some of the big shows coming up in 2026! Check out a rundown of Iowa concerts and comedy shows on the schedule for next year (so far)!

You Can Help Cascade Students Thrive with a Mattress Fundraiser!
Join me and the Cascade Music Boosters in supporting students through the 2nd Annual Mattress Fundraiser on March 7, benefiting band, choir, and theater programs.

Discover Pine Valley Nature Area, One of Iowa’s Hidden Gems
My latest winter hike led us through Pine Valley Nature Area near Monmouth, Iowa: an often-overlooked Driftless gem with limestone bluffs, frozen creeks, wildlife, and a quiet adventure.

Everyday Life in the 1980s Is Captured Perfectly in These Photos
If you grew up in the ’80s, these snapshots will feel like your own family album.

Chicago Native, Drake Graduate Gets His Super Bowl Ring
After spending time on 11 teams in nine seasons, Eric Saubert is now a Super Bowl champion.

A New Bill Would Make Galena, Jo Daviess County Part of Iowa
A new piece of legislature is discussing making adjustments to the Iowa-Illinois border.
