News Headlines for July 10, 2026
Iowa Supreme Court renews weapons ban in court-controlled spaces after law changes
DES MOINES — Weapons will remain prohibited in courtrooms and other areas controlled by Iowa’s judicial branch under a new supervisory order signed July 9, 2026, by Iowa Supreme Court Chief Justice Susan Christensen.
The order replaces and updates a weapons policy issued by the court on October 16, 2025. The Iowa Judicial Branch said the latest action was necessary because of recent statutory changes approved by state lawmakers.
Trump Administration boots predator protected by Tim Walz and Minnesota Democrats
WASHINGTON – The United States Department of Homeland Security reported today that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested and deported an illegal alien from Laos who had been pardoned by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and his fellow sanctuary politicians despite a prior conviction for repeatedly sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl.
Johanna Biggins, 82, of Mason City, passes away; private arrangements planned
MASON CITY — Johanna Helga Biggins, 82, of Mason City, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City.
No public visitation, funeral or graveside service has been announced.
Elizabeth Reinders, 90, of Armstrong, passes away; devoted farm wife, church volunteer and family matriarch remembered
ARMSTRONG — Elizabeth Reinders, 90, of Armstrong, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, July 11, 2026, at Henry-Olson Funeral Home in Armstrong.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM Saturday, July 12, 2026, at the Armstrong church listed by the family, with burial to follow.
Area sex offender in deep trouble after allegedly prowling Clear Lake instead of Klemme
CLEAR LAKE — A registered North Iowa sex offender with a prior child-sex conviction and a recent sex-offender violation conviction is in deep legal trouble again after Clear Lake police say he was not living where he was supposed to be registered.
Iowa driver flees after woman fatally run down, but cops snare culprit
An Iowa man has been charged after police say a pedestrian was struck and killed in an overnight hit-and-run, with investigators using both neighborhood footwork and surveillance footage to track down the suspected vehicle.
Cops nab suspect after assault at Mason City mental health facility
MASON CITY — A suspect was jailed after police responded to an alleged assault Tuesday night at a Mason City mental health transition facility.
Trump begins process to remove Syria from U.S. terrorism list, opening door to rebuilding
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump has informed Congress that his administration intends to rescind Syria’s designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism, a major foreign-policy shift that could clear the way for expanded trade, investment and rebuilding in the war-battered country.
Supporters of the move argue that Syria cannot be rebuilt while locked out of global commerce and investment. They say economic recovery and diplomatic engagement may help stabilize the country, reduce extremism and give ordinary Syrians a better future.
Suspect collared on felony OWI, officer assault charge after vehicle tears through Charles City ball diamonds
CHARLES CITY — A suspect already on probation in two Floyd County criminal mischief cases was collared after police say a vehicle tore through the Westwood Ball Diamonds park area, struck a barrier cable and led officers to a felony drunk-driving arrest scene where he did not go quietly.
Two Iowa men die after vehicle plunges into suburban pond
Two Iowa men have died after a vehicle crashed into a pond Tuesday afternoon in the Des Moines suburb of Waukee.
When emergency crews arrived, witnesses told authorities they saw the vehicle enter the small pond and did not see anyone get out.
Women’s College Wrestling: Iowa State Cyclones continue to build roster, add three more transfers
AMES – The Iowa State women’s wrestling program has signed three more athletes. Joining the Cyclones are William Penn transfers Tatiana Paragas and Avy Perez, as well as Oklahoma State transfer Kailey Benson, head coach Alli St. John announced.
43 North Iowa lands opioid settlement grant to expand crisis response team to 24/7 service
MASON CITY — A North Iowa behavioral health crisis response program is set to expand to around-the-clock service after 43 North Iowa was awarded funding through the Iowa Health and Human Services Opioid Settlement Grant Program.
Protected: Juvenile injured after grabbing onto moving vehicle while rollerskating in Charles City
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NIACC breaks ground on athletic facilities project aimed at boosting Trojan sports and Mason City events
MASON CITY — North Iowa Area Community College has broken ground on the first phase of its “Let’s Light ’Em Up” athletic facilities project, a major upgrade aimed at improving Trojan athletics while giving Mason City and North Iowa more opportunities to host games, tournaments and community events.
Iowa State finalizes men’s basketball coaching staff for 2026-27 season
AMES — Iowa State men’s basketball coach T.J. Otzelberger has finalized his coaching staff for the 2026-27 season, adding a new assistant coach and two graduate assistants while shifting two familiar names into new roles.
Spirit Lake man found dead at Mason City park
MASON CITY — A Spirit Lake man was found dead early Wednesday morning inside Lester Milligan Park in Mason City, according to police.
Marjorie Bannan, 89, of Rock Falls, passes away; family recalls faith, love and cherished traditions
ROCK FALLS — Marjorie Jean Bannan, 89, of Rock Falls, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Faith Lutheran Home in Osage after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Garner home built by prisoners allows for rehab of inmates and affordable housing option, NIACOG says
GARNER — A state housing program that uses incarcerated workers to build affordable homes has officially arrived in North Central Iowa, with Garner now home to the first Homes for Iowa house in NIACOG’s region.
Cops hunt Iowa parents wanted after infant killed in horrific pit bull attack
Iowa authorities are searching for two residents charged in connection with the death of an infant who was allegedly attacked and killed by a pit bull terrier inside a Des Moines apartment.
According to police, evidence indicates the infant was attacked by a pit bull terrier that was known to have been aggressive in the past.
Homeland Security slams Democrat policies after Haitian illegal crash kills state trooper
A Haitian national living in the United States illegally has been charged in a deadly semi-truck crash that killed Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Michael E. Pahira Jr., prompting federal immigration officials to lodge a detainer and sharply criticize
Worth supervisors levy $422K in drainage assessments at July 6 meeting
NORTHWOOD — The Worth County Board of Supervisors approved more than $422,000 in drainage district assessments during its regular meeting on July 6, 2026.
Mason City police officer injured in three-vehicle crash while responding to emergency call
MASON CITY — A Mason City police officer was injured Tuesday afternoon when a squad vehicle responding to an emergency medical call with lights and siren activated was involved in a three-vehicle crash on Mason City’s southeast side.
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