- Protected: Semi-conscious female found on rural Worth county road
- Protected: Charles City nurse anesthetist sentenced to nearly three years in federal prison for drug tampering and diversion scheme
- Protected: Charles City woman arrested for drunk driving, other charges in North Iowa area
News Headlines for April 15, 2026
American military successfully blockades entire Persian Gulf
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces began implementing a blockade of all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports on the morning of April 13, in accordance with President Donald Trump’s proclamation, essentially grinding Iran’s economy to a standstill.
Ray Colby: Nature Photographer, a temporary exhibition, now open in the MacNider Art Museum
MASON CITY – Ray Colby, a retired commercial photographer living in Minneapolis, MN, is featured in the solo exhibition, Ray Colby: Nature Photographer, in the Charles H. MacNider Art Museum’s Kinney-Lindstrom Gallery. This photographic display has a three-pronged focus: often-overlooked insects and arachnids that populate Midwest backyards and gardens, large birds of urban Minneapolis, and a stop on the migration route of Sandhill Cranes near the Crex Meadows Wildlife Area in Wisconsin.
Former UNI basketball star AJ Green sets 3-point shooting record for Milwaukee Bucks
MILWAUKEE – Former Panther men’s basketball standout AJ Green wrapped up his fourth season in the NBA over the weekend with the Milwaukee Bucks, doing so in record breaking fashion.
Green, a 2022 UNI graduate and two-time Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Player of the Year, set both the franchise’s single-game and single-season three-point field goals record to close out the Bucks’ 2025-26 season.
Drunk driving collision leads to arrest of Mason City driver
MASON CITY — A late-night hit-and-run investigation led to the arrest of a local man on multiple charges, including operating while intoxicated, no license, and no insurance, after a collision in Northeast Mason City this past weekend.
OBIT: Missy D. Huling
Missy D. Huling, 65, of Garner passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026, at the Rehabilitation Center of Belmond. A memorial visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 21st at Cataldo Funeral Chapel.
Algona police introduce K9 unit to help battle crime
ALGONA — The Algona Police Department has officially expanded its law enforcement capabilities this spring with the introduction of its newest K9 team. Officer Daniel Cotterill and his partner, K9 Kira, have successfully completed their specialized training and are now certified for narcotics detection.
OBIT: Doris June Jeffrey
Doris June (Coyle) Jeffrey, 99, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Graveside services will be held Saturday, June 27. (which would have been her 100th birthday) at 10:30 a.m. at the Riverside Cemetery in Rockford with a celebration of life/luncheon following at the United Methodist Church, Rockford.
Masked teens on motorized bikes nabbed after harassing folks on Iowa college campus
A weeks-long campaign of harassment and property damage at this small Iowa college campus has come to a halt after police successfully identified a group of teens using motorbikes to terrorize the campus.
According to police, these masked punks showed a blatant disregard for public safety. They were frequently observed driving at high speeds on pedestrian sidewalks and tearing through carefully landscaped areas, causing significant property damage. More concerning were reports that the riders deliberately drove in close proximity to pedestrians, creating what police described as a “significant safety hazard.”
OBIT: Michael Dean Anderson
Michael D. Anderson, 77, of Mason City, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., at Major Erickson Funeral Home.
Illegal alien faces grim future after luring lovestruck teen to fatal ambush
This Honduran illegal alien invaded a small Midwestern town and lured an unsuspecting American teen boy to an ambush that tragically took his life, then bragged about it, but now the suspect is about to find out what American justice tastes like.
Northern Iowa man hurt when his Toyota lands in Shell Rock River
A Clarksville man was injured Sunday morning after his vehicle veered off the road and plunged into the Shell Rock River.
Beer-fueled Saturday night Luke Combs concert in Iowa spawns 17 arrests and scores of first aid requests
Jack Trice Stadium was transformed into a sea of country music fans on Saturday for the Luke Combs concert, an event that saw local law enforcement and medical teams working overtime to manage a massive, and at times rowdy, crowd.
Northern Iowa man nabbed with truckload of stolen paddle boats
A report of a suspicious vehicle behind a local business led to the recovery of multiple stolen vehicles and several felony charges for a Northern Iowa man on Sunday.
OBIT: Chylie Marie Burns and Aerilynn Rose Young
Chylie Marie (Schutz) Burns, 25, of Park City, Kansas, joined her daughter, Aerilynn Rose Young who passed March 15, 2026; in heaven March 28, 2026, both gone too soon from this world. A memorial service will be held 1:00pm, Sunday April 26, 2026, with Deacon Regan Banks officiating at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapels.
Rep. Christian Hermanson of Mason City says Iowa lawmakers investing in prisons and local budget transparency
“As we work to crack down on violent career criminals, we must ensure our prison system has the capacity to handle those who break our laws. A lack of space should never be an excuse to let a dangerous criminal back onto our streets,” Rep. Christian Hermanson of Mason City said.
Iowa woman nabbed after fatal drunk driving collision that claimed one life
An Iowa woman has been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal March crash that claimed the life of a pedestrian, and cops say the suspect was allegedly drunk and using a device.
Rear-end collision on Iowa highway takes life of Kansas driver
BENTON COUNTY — A Kansas man was killed this week following a two-vehicle rollover accident on Highway 30 in Benton County.
Iran fails to give up nuke aspirations, forcing USA to meet world demand for precious oil
WASHINGTON D.C. — In a dramatic escalation of global tensions, President Donald J. Trump announced late Saturday that the United States Navy has begun a total blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of high-stakes negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program.
The announcement, delivered via social media and amplified by top administration officials, signals a “Locked and Loaded” posture as the U.S. moves to cut off Iranian oil revenue and neutralize its maritime influence.
The Oil & Gas Workers Association signaled their readiness to meet the sudden surge in global demand, responding to the President’s call with a brief, definitive statement: “We’re ready, Mr. President.”
OBIT: David Allan Bruns
David Allan Bruns, 88 of Fertile passed away on April 10, 2026 at the Good Samaritan Center in Forest City. Funeral services for David will be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at First Baptist Church.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio tears up green cards tied to sinister Iranian Masoumeh Ebtekar
The Trump administration has taken decisive action to secure the nation’s borders and uphold American values by removing individuals tied to one of the most notorious anti-American figures in modern history: “Screaming Mary”.
Kim Reynolds awarded highest honor for years of work on behalf of Iowa agriculture
DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig recognized one individual – Governor Kim Reynolds – and two organizations that have made exceptional contributions to the continued success, resilience, and growth of Iowa agriculture during the 14th Annual Iowa Ag Leaders Dinner
Nashua man nabbed for stealing in Charles City
CHARLES CITY — A report of a shoplifter led to multiple criminal charges against a Nashua man on Wednesday afternoon.
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