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News Headlines for October 25, 2026
Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass brings New Orleans roots to Mason City stage October 29
The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass performs at NIACC in Mason City at 7 p.m. October 29, bringing New Orleans roots and an international musical career to the local stage.
ICE nabs five illegal predators in Iowa; DHS cites child exploitation, abuse and assault convictions
DHS identified five men arrested by ICE in Iowa in October, citing prior convictions involving child exploitation, child endangerment, domestic abuse and assault. Democrats hate this, and would love these creeps to live next door to you.
Northern Iowa woman nabbed on OWI, child endangerment and marijuana charges
Angela Christine Westberg, 54, of Waterloo, faces two child endangerment charges, first-offense OWI and marijuana possession following a Delaware County arrest.
Iowa tourism generates $11.3 billion in economic impact as visitor numbers hit record
Iowa visitors spent $7.6 billion in 2025, supporting 72,196 jobs and generating $1.2 billion in state and local taxes, according to a new tourism study.
Teacher jumped in to save boy, directed students to call 911 before fatal Iowa reservoir drowning
Authorities say Hannah Jorgensen jumped into the Coralville Reservoir to rescue 10-year-old Ahmed Osman and directed students to call 911. Both died in the field trip tragedy.
Charles City allows backyard chickens—with $100 permits, annual fees and strict rules
Charles City now allows up to six hens, with a $100 permit, $50 annual renewals, coop inspections and strict rules on setbacks, odors and waste.
Iowa State football flattened by No. 25 Arizona, 39-3, as offense stalls in Tucson
TUCSON, ARIZONA — Iowa State surrendered a 71-yard touchdown pass on Arizona’s second offensive play and never recovered Saturday, October 24, falling 39-3 as the No. 25 Wildcats shut down the Cyclones’ running game and controlled the game.
Iowa man, 29, killed after pickup vaults drainage ditch and overturns in Marion County
A 29-year-old Knoxville man was killed late Saturday, October 24, when his pickup left a rural county road, vaulted a drainage culvert and overturned, ejecting him from the vehicle.
Northern Iowa motorcyclist collared after police chase ends in dead-end road crash
Tyler Ryan Osterkamp, 20, faces felony eluding and other charges after a Cedar Falls motorcycle chase ended in a crash on Oster Parkway. Police reported minor injuries.
Iowa sets 2027 overdue tax interest rate at 9 percent
Iowa’s overdue tax interest rate will be 9 percent annually starting January 1, 2027. The Department of Revenue lists a 0.8 percent monthly rate and explains the calculation.
Iowa field hockey’s comeback slips away in 4-3 overtime loss to Rutgers
No. 6 Iowa field hockey rallied from two goals down but fell 4-3 to Rutgers in overtime. Dionne van Aalsum scored twice, and Penn State visits Sunday for Senior Day.
UNI football falls to Southern Illinois on last-second field goal after dramatic tying touchdown
UNI football fell 20-17 at Southern Illinois on a last-second field goal after Cyrus Courtney’s dramatic touchdown catch tied the game. The Panthers host Indiana State on Halloween.
UNI volleyball sets MVC record with 70th straight conference victory in Bradley sweep
UNI volleyball swept Bradley for a record 70th straight victory against MVC opponents as Cassidy Hartman recorded 22 kills and Reese Booth reached 2,000 career assists.
One Vision seeks Cerro Gordo County backing for Clear Lake pool and wellness project
One Vision seeks Cerro Gordo County support for its Boyer Pool & Wellness Center project in Clear Lake, with a potential county contribution still unspecified.
North Iowa seniors face 2027 Medicare changes as healthcare divides Iowa candidates
MASON CITY — North Iowa seniors face consequential insurance decisions this fall as Medicare plans disappear for 2027, raising questions about prescription coverage and access to familiar doctors while Iowa Democrats and Republicans offer competing healthcare proposals ahead of the November 3 election.
Charles City adopts e-bike rules with speed limits, helmet requirements and street restrictions
CHARLES CITY — Electric bicycles and other small powered vehicles have a place on Charles City’s streets and trails, but riders face limits on where they can travel, how fast they can go and when helmets are required under a newly adopted city ordinance.
UNI volleyball sweeps Evansville, ties MVC streak record as Petersen earns 650th win
UNI volleyball swept Evansville 25-17, 25-12, 25-6 Friday night, tying the MVC record with 69 consecutive wins against conference opponents and delivering Bobbi Petersen’s 650th career victory.
Lana Rae Nelson, 78, of Fredericksburg, leaves friends with memories of shared adventures and visits
FREDERICKSBURG — Lana Rae Nelson, 78, of Fredericksburg, died October 23, 2026, at UnityPoint Health–Allen Hospital in Waterloo, leaving friends with warm memories of time spent traveling together and visiting close to home.
Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, October 26, at Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory in Fredericksburg. Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Scott Smith officiating. Burial will take place at West Fork Cemetery in rural Dougherty.
Lester Thompson, 95, leaves a legacy of military service, family love and loyal Vikings fandom
ESTHERVILLE — Lester Bernard Thompson, 95, died peacefully October 23, 2026, at Parc Hall in Emmetsburg, leaving a family who shared his humor, his love of Minnesota sports and his pride in generations of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Henry-Olson Funeral Chapel, 401 N. Seventh St. in Estherville. Funeral services will follow at 1:30 p.m. at the chapel. His final resting place will be East Side Cemetery in Estherville.
Iowa man killed when 1928 Ford Model A strikes concrete culvert
An Iowa man died Wednesday afternoon when the 1928 Ford Model A he was driving left the road and struck a concrete culvert, according to the Iowa State Patrol.
Iowa motorcyclist killed after car turns into his path
An Iowa motorcyclist died Friday morning after a car turning into a private driveway failed to yield, causing a collision on Avenue O in Fort Madison, according to the Iowa State Patrol.
Cerro Gordo County in-person early voting jumps 43% as midterm election approaches
MASON CITY — Cerro Gordo County in-person absentee voting was running 43.4% ahead of the comparable point in 2022, according to the auditor’s October 21 snapshot, as the November 3 midterm election approaches.
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