News Headlines for February 14, 2026
Clear Lake police arrest drunk driver with kids in car
CLEAR LAKE – A Northern Iowa man is facing serious charges after police in Clear Lake stopped him for erratic driving with kids inside his car, possibly impacting his quest for custody.
College Wrestling: No. 4 Iowa State Cyclones dominate No. 18 West Virginia, 32-7
AMES – It was all Cyclones in a top-20 Big 12 showdown Friday night at Hilton Coliseum, as No. 4 Iowa State won eight matches to beat No. 18 West Virginia 32-7. It was the eighth-straight win over the Mountaineers, as Iowa State improved to 23-2 all-time against West Virginia.
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst grills Minnesota Democrat Keith Ellison on massive fraud conspiracy (VIDEO)
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) challenged Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison to explain how fraud was allowed to flourish and go unpunished in his state and gave her January Squeal Award to Governor Tim Walz for allowing scammers to rip off taxpayers.
OBIT: Steven F. Smith
Steven F. Smith, 83, of Northwood, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at his home, surrounded by loved ones. Just months after the passing of his beloved wife, Patricia, Steve’s heart was ready to be with her again. After 63 years of marriage and a lifetime spent side by side, it seems only fitting that he would follow her lead once more, never a Valentine’s Day alone.
A time to greet friends and relatives will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Conner Colonial Chapel.
College Wrestling: No. 7 Iowa Hawkeyes come back to defeat No. 10 Michigan, 19-17
IOWA CITY — The seventh-ranked University of Iowa wrestling team defeated No. 10 Michigan, 19–17, on Friday night on Mediacom Mat at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
OBIT: Laura J. Walton
Laura J. Walton, 72, of Joice and recently of Good Shepherd in Mason City, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026, after a decade-long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. A Celebration of Laura’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at First Lutheran Church in Northwood.
OBIT: Jay E. Sturges
Jay Sturges, 88, of Clear Lake and formerly of Rockwell, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Apple Valley Assisted Living, surrounded by those he loved. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026, at Faith United Church of Rockwell.
Hardened Waterloo criminal sent to prison for dealing meth
CEDAR RAPIDS – A Waterloo dweller with an extensive criminal history who conspired to distribute methamphetamine was sentenced February 12, 2026, to 19 years in federal prison.
College Basketball: UNI Panthers fall at Belmont, 91-86
Bond scores 21 points with a career-high seven assists from Hornseth. UNI hosts in-state rival Drake on Sunday.
Women’s College Basketball: UNI Panthers outlast Sycamores, 91-79
Ryley Goebel became the first player in UNI and Valley history with 200+ career blocks and steals in a 91-79 rout of Indiana State.
Christian Schlaefer, candidate for Iowa’s District 4 U.S. House seat, watches ICE protesters attack man and baby
MINNEAPOLIS – Christian Schlaefer, candidate for Congress in Iowa’s Fourth Congressional District, was recently in downtown Minneapolis observing protest activity outside the Whipple Federal Building, and as he protected bystanders, he witnessed protestors blockade surrounding streets and attack a man with a baby.
Trump Admin celebrates end of Obama-era rule that limits tailpipe exhaust emissions and other “green” regulations
WASHINGTON – Today, the White House says they are saving Americans thousands of dollars a year by slashing an Obama rule imposed on the auto industry that created “red tape” and “crushing regulations” on drivers while proclaiming that “manufacturers can build the vehicles Americans actually want, instead of the vehicles that politicians and bureaucrats in Washington demand.”
The EPA claims “this action will save over $1.3 TRILLION in costs for Americans.”
Bill that requires all voters to show ID passed in House of Representatives
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democrats are furious as a bill that requires voters to show ID is advancing through Congress.
Two Northern Iowa teens hospitalized after collision with semi-truck
BUTLER COUNTY — A Tuesday morning commute turned into a harrowing rescue operation after a collision between a passenger car and a semi-truck sent two Northern Iowa teenagers to the hospital—one via emergency air transport.
Kent Park Lake shining brightly again thanks to local watershed improvements efforts
OXFORD – Kent Park Lake, a well-known and popular recreation area for fishing and swimming in Johnson County, Iowa, is set to enjoy a brighter and cleaner future thanks to a community-led initiative.
College Basketball: Maryland 77, #25 Iowa 70
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND – Iowa (18-6, 8-5 B1G) had its six-game winning streak snapped, falling 77-70 at Maryland (10-14, 3-10 B1G) on Wednesday night at the XFINITY Center.
Women’s College Basketball: : No. 15 Iowa 65, No. 25 Washington 56
IOWA CITY – No. 15 Iowa (19-5, 10-3) defeated No. 25 Washington (18-7, 8-6) inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday night, 65-56. Hannah Stuelke led Iowa with 14 points and 16 rebounds.
College Soccer: Dean Ward named Iowa Hawkeye head coach
IOWA CITY – Dean Ward has been named head women’s soccer coach at the University of Iowa, it was announced Thursday by Henry B. and Patricia B. Tippie Director of Athletics Chair Beth Goetz. Ward is the sixth head coach in program history.
Le Crave cafe in downtown Iowa City offers global flavors
IOWA CITY – Downtown Iowa City welcomes the opening of Le Crave, a locally and family-owned café that blends the rich culinary traditions of the Middle East with classic Western café culture.
Mason City sex offender arrested for violating state registry
MASON CITY – A sex offender now living in Mason City that shared illicit child photos to social media is accused of violating the state’s registry, and a suspended prison sentence looms large.
Northern Iowa bus crash claims one life, many hurt
CALHOUN COUNTY – A baseball team from Iowa Lakes Community College traveling by bus was tragically involved in a rollover accident, claiming one person’s life and leaving dozens hurt.
Floyd County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes for February 10, 2026
CHARLES CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Floyd county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on February 10, 2026:
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