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News Headlines for November 1, 2026
Panther football powers past Indiana State 45-23, keeps UNI-Dome record perfect
CEDAR FALLS — Panther football delivered a Halloween treat for the home crowd Saturday, October 31, as Christian Collins and Xavier Terrell each topped 100 rushing yards and scored twice to help UNI defeat Indiana State 45-23.
Iowa woman found dead; husband wanted for murder hospitalized after traffic stop
A 47-year-old Iowa woman was found dead during a welfare check, and her husband was hospitalized the following day after police obtained a first-degree murder warrant and stopped his vehicle, authorities said.
Iowa prepares for President Trump’s latest visit as state’s races tighten ahead of Nov. 3 election
President Donald Trump returns to Iowa for a Nov. 1 rally in Dubuque as the city prepares for street closures and voters weigh competitive races ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
Eagle struggling near Mason City’s Winnebago River gets help from animal control and Iowa DNR
MASON CITY — An eagle struggling on the ground near the Winnebago River received a helping hand after a passerby spotted the bird and alerted authorities.
Cerro Gordo County proposes cutting speed limits from 60 to 45 mph on two roads
Drivers on portions of Thrush Avenue and 300th Court could see speed limits cut from 60 to 45 mph. Cerro Gordo County Engineer Brandon Billings is seeking a public hearing on the proposed reductions.
Hawkeye volleyball takes opening set before falling to No. 20 Washington; Oregon awaits Sunday
Iowa volleyball fell 3-1 at No. 20 Washington after winning the opening set. Rosa Vesty led with 15 kills as the Hawkeyes dropped to 13-12 overall and 2-9 in the Big Ten. Iowa visits No. 12 Oregon Sunday at 3 p.m. Central.
Iowa corn harvest reaches 47% but trails normal pace as northern Iowa stays unusually warm
DES MOINES — Iowa farmers had nearly a full week of suitable field conditions October 19-25, 2026, but the corn harvest remained well behind its usual pace, according to the crop report released October 26. Northern Iowa experienced some of the state’s most unusual warmth, with temperatures nearing 15 degrees above normal in parts of the region.
UNI volleyball wins 13th straight as Dykstra powers four-set victory at Indiana State
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. — UNI volleyball weathered a determined challenge from Indiana State on Friday, October 30, winning in four sets behind Lily Dykstra’s 20 kills to extend its winning streak to 13 matches.
Iowa State soccer falls 2-0 to Oklahoma State in Matt Fannon’s final home match
AMES — Iowa State soccer surrendered two goals in the opening 15 minutes and could not recover Thursday, October 29, falling 2-0 to Oklahoma State in the Cyclones’ home finale and coach Matt Fannon’s final match in Ames.
No. 9 Iowa field hockey falls 5-1 at Maryland, turns attention to Big Ten Tournament
COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Ninth-ranked Iowa field hockey could not overcome a three-goal first quarter by No. 2 Maryland, falling 5-1 at the Maryland Field Hockey and Lacrosse Complex as the Hawkeyes head toward the Big Ten Tournament.
Iowa women’s soccer rallies for 2-2 Wisconsin draw as Kylie Cino scores twice late
IOWA CITY — Kylie Cino scored twice in the final five minutes Friday, October 30, rescuing a 2-2 draw against Wisconsin and extending Iowa women’s soccer’s home unbeaten streak to 19 matches.
Buddy Holly fans: “Shadows Over Clear Lake” brings Winter Dance Party history to Iowa City Nov. 2
Author Tommy Canale explores Buddy Holly, the 1959 Winter Dance Party and North Iowa’s enduring music legacy Nov. 2 at Iowa City Municipal Airport. Seats are limited; admission is $10.
Clear Lake woman nabbed on felony OWI charge after alleged headlights-off hit-and-run
CLEAR LAKE — A Clear Lake woman allegedly drove without headlights, struck another vehicle on Highway 18 and left the scene before police caught up with her and arrested her on a felony third-offense OWI charge and six additional counts.
Hawkeye women’s basketball erupts for 124 points as Dani Carnegie leads rout of Maryville
IOWA CITY — Dani Carnegie poured in 30 points and No. 10 Iowa women’s basketball unleashed a 43-point third quarter Thursday, October 29, 2026, rolling past Maryville 124-67 in an exhibition before 4,503 fans at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Cyclone women’s basketball forces 30 turnovers in 90-32 rout of Upper Iowa
AMES — Iowa State women’s basketball turned defense into offense Wednesday, October 28, 2026, forcing 30 turnovers and scoring 42 points off those mistakes in a 90-32 exhibition victory over Upper Iowa before 8,791 fans at Hilton Coliseum.
Brian J. Stevens, 72, helped generations of Hampton musicians find their sound
HAMPTON — Brian J. Stevens, 72, of Hampton, died October 29, 2026, in hospice care at Franklin General Hospital following a rapidly progressing illness with ALS, diagnosed this past spring. A music educator for 33 years, longtime municipal band director and active community volunteer, Brian helped generations of young musicians develop their abilities and take pride in their accomplishments.
Public visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, November 1, at Woodley Funeral Home, 306 Central Ave. E., in Hampton. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 2, at Hampton United Methodist Church, 100 Central Ave. E. Burial will be at Hampton Cemetery. Woodley Funeral Home and Crematory of Hampton is caring for Brian and his family.
Charlie Winegardner, 89, built friendships from his Sioux City barber shop to the shores of Okoboji
SPIRIT LAKE — Charlie Winegardner, 89, of Spirit Lake, formerly of Sioux City, died October 29, 2026, at home surrounded by family. A former barber and longtime railroad conductor, Charlie enjoyed conversations that turned strangers into friends and time watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren experience lake life at Okoboji.
A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 4, at Grace Lutheran Church, 801 Hill Ave., in Spirit Lake, with visitation beginning at 9 a.m. The service will be available to view on the Grace Lutheran Church of Spirit Lake, Iowa, Facebook page.
Interment is scheduled for 3 p.m. that day at Rose Hill Cemetery, 301 W. Sixth St., in Emerson, Nebraska. The obituary also lists a visitation from 3 to 5 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 103 Third St., in Emerson, describing it as following the burial. Memorials may be directed to Grace Lutheran Church in Spirit Lake or St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Emerson.
Panther men’s basketball rallies past Upper Iowa 85-78 behind three newcomers
CEDAR FALLS — Panther men’s basketball shook off a cold-shooting first half Thursday, October 29, as three newcomers combined for 56 points to lead UNI past Upper Iowa 85-78 in a preseason exhibition at the McLeod Center.
Northern Iowa student’s bomb-in-backpack text sparks school scare, juvenile court referral
A Northern Iowa student’s bomb-in-backpack text prompted a police response and a student was nabbed in the incident.
Recognize this person? Clear Lake and Garner police seek help after overnight vehicle break-ins
Clear Lake and Garner police seek help identifying a person in surveillance video after overnight vehicle break-ins. Residents are asked to check cameras and contact police.
Northern Iowa man faces attempted murder charge after rural Webster County shooting
A Northern Iowa man faces an attempted murder charge after an October 7 shooting in rural Webster County sent another man to a Fort Dodge hospital.
Worth County supervisors award $4.4 million building contract at October 19 meeting
Worth County supervisors awarded a $4.4 million administration building contract and approved a $700,000 RV park advance at their October 19, 2026, meeting.
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