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CORALVILLE – Two correctional officers were assaulted by an inmate at the Iowa Medical and Classification Center (IMCC) in Coralville, IA at approximately 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 15. The correctional officer
DES MOINES – Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement in response to Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley beginning his 99 County Tour across the state” “Senator Grassley claims his
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. condemned fatal attacks in Abu Dhabi that happened Monday. According to State Department Spokesperson Ned Price: The United States strongly condemns the terrorist attacks in Abu Dhabi today
James “Jim” Muller, age 93, of Whittemore passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at the West Bend Care Center. Services will be held at a later date. James Martin Muller, the
MOUNT PLEASANT, IOWA – A family feud propelled an Iowa man to set a house ablaze with occupants inside, leading to three counts of attempted murder. On January 9, 2022, at approximately
Mary Alice Devine, the daughter of Burrell and Alice (Smith) Buren was born September 13, 1939, in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Mary departed this life on Friday, January 7, 2022, at her home
Shirley A. Smidt, 87, of Britt passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 13, 2022 at the
BELGRADE, Mont. – Iowa State senior Jarrett Degen recorded two falls on Sunday in his high school gym, as No. 11 Iowa State beat Montana State-Northern and Providence by matching 49-0 scores
Nordein Orlando Peterson, was born on March28, 1919 in a log cabin on the Peterson Homestead to Oscar Peterson and immigrant Bertha (Widme) Peterson. He passed away on January 2, 2022 at
Anita Baedke-Plucker, nicknamed Katie, was born and raised in Terril, Iowa. After graduating from Terril Community School, Katie attended Buena Vista College, Storm Lake, Iowa, receiving a BA in Art Education. She
Marlyn Albert Paul, the son of Albert and Elnora (Neubauer) Paul was born on July 8, 1935 in Iowa Falls, Iowa. He passed away on January 4, 2022 at Avera McKennan Hospital
IOWA CITY – The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Nebraska, 93-83 inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday evening, coming back from a 16-point deficit – the largest comeback win by Iowa this season. Iowa has
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois – The University of Iowa wrestling team extended its dual winning streak to 28 straight with a 36-3 win at No. 21 Illinois on Sunday. The Hawkeyes won nine-of-10 matches
MINNEAPOLIS – Iowa defeated Minnesota today in a Big Ten Conference road game, 81-71. The Hawkeyes have won six of its last seven games. Today was Iowa’s second true road victory of
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DES MOINES – The Iowa Utilities Board is assisting in the effort led by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to inform consumers that if your mobile phone is more than a few
Donald Charles Benjegerdes, 88, of Mason City, IA passed away Friday, December 31, 2021, at his home. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 7, 2022, at Trinity Lutheran Church,
CEDAR RAPIDS – An Iowa man who illegally sold thousands of doses of controlled substances and prescription drugs pled guilty in federal court in Cedar Rapids and may spend years behind bars.
The following is a legislative update from State Senator Amanda Ragan, representing portions of Franklin, Butler and Cerro Gordo counties in Iowa Senate District 27: LET’S MOVE IOWA FORWARD The 2022 session
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa – Due to COVID-19 protocols within the Utah Valley wrestling program, UNI’s first home dual with Utah Valley will not be held as scheduled next weekend. UNI was set
CEDAR FALLS – The University of Northern Iowa Swim and Dive team fell to the Illinois State Redbirds, 193-160, for the two-day dual meet at the Horton Pool. Amber Finke, Faith Larsen,
STILLWATER, OK – For the first time in Iowa State women’s basketball history, the Cyclones have started the season 16-1. The No. 9 Cyclones (16-1, 5-0 Big 12) did it with a
Thomas Allen Clabaugh, the son of Roy Sr. and Dorothy (Roehler) Clabaugh, was born on March 2, 1952, in Estherville, Iowa. He passed away on January 5, 2022, at Avera McKennan Hospital
The following is a legislative update from Republican State Rep. Shannon Latham, representing portions of Franklin, Butler and Cerro Gordo counties in Iowa House District 54: To the People of House District
DES MOINES – The Iowa Alliance for Retired Americans is alarmed with Governor Kim Reynold’s vision for Iowa, the group said in a statement this week: Iowa seniors value a strong economy
CARBONDALE, Ill. – UNI men’s basketball battled the Southern Illinois Salukis into the final seconds on Saturday night, edging SIU by a narrow 69-68 margin at the Banterra Center for a fifth
CEDAR FALLS – The UNI women’s basketball team was able to get their third conference win in a row against the streaking Southern Illinois Salukis 66-57. A 30-point first quarter helped the
Scott Allan Dolquist, 60, passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, Mason City, IA. The family plans to hold a Celebration of Life at a later
MASON CITY – A former Mason City man is guilty of continuous sexual abuse of a child and violating a no-contact order in the case. Nathaniel Scott Pearce, age 36, formerly of
SIOUX CITY – A young Iowa woman who bought a house using funds from smuggling and trafficking counterfeit merchandise was sent to jail for 30 days. Yesenia Ledesma-Ledezma, age 23, from Albert
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa – UNI wrestling got its first Big 12 win in a last-minute scheduled dual against Air Force, 27-11. COVID protocols postponed the Northern Colorado dual UNI that had been
WASHINGTON D.C. – The FBI continues to hunt the suspect who planted pipe bombs prior to the fatal insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. The FBI and ATF are offering
Funeral Mass for Barbara Bernhard, 78, of Algona, will be held Wednesday at 11:00 AM at Divine Mercy Parish ~ St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona. Visitation will begin at 9:30 AM
A funeral Mass for Jerry will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Thursday, January 13, 2022, at Divine Mercy Parish ~ St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona. Burial will be in the
Mildred “Milly” Esther Kiefer, 93, of Clear Lake, died Thursday, December 16, 2021, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City. Per Milly’s wishes, her body has been cremated and a
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa announced today a contract extension for head football coach Kirk Ferentz through the 2029 season. The announcement was made by Gary Barta, Henry B. and
Dorothy “Bunny” Rodda of Charles City, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at the age of 88 at the Floyd County Medical Center. A memorial service will be held at
Doris Halstead, 93, of Charles City, passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City. A private family graveside service will be held at a
WATERLOO – A person was shot dead at Waterloo convenience store Saturday night. On Saturday, January 8th, 2022, at 9:57 AM, Waterloo Police Officers responded to a shooting in progress at 508