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19 hours ago in Music, Entertainment
Mike Love celebrates Brian Wilson and George Clinton shines at 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame
The Beach Boys' Mike Love was inducted into the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame on Thursday night, just one day after it was announced that his inimitable bandmate Brian Wilson...
19 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
A Grammy category is created for album covers just as Sabrina Carpenter’s takes the spotlight
The Recording Academy has tweaked some of its rules for the 2026 Grammy Awards, including carving out a stand-alone category for best album cover — a day after...
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Macy’s Fourth of July show to feature Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz and Trisha Yearwood
Macy's will celebrate America's independence with a 4th of July fireworks show live on NBC featuring Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz, Ava Max, Keke Palmer...
2 days ago in Music, Entertainment
Bob Dylan, Carole King, Keith Richards and more celebs react to the death of Brian Wilson
Heard the sad news about Brian today and thought about all the years I've been listening to him and admiring his genius. Rest in peace dear Brian.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Bruce Springsteen’s Berlin concert echoes with history and a stark warning
Veteran rock star Bruce Springsteen, a high-profile critic of President Donald Trump, slammed the U.S. administration as "corrupt, incompetent and treasonous" during a concert...
2 days ago in Entertainment, Local
Nature Reads Kicks Off Flagfest Tonight Under The Stars
Clay County Conservation Kicks Off Flagfest Weekend with Nature Reads Under The Stars
3 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Fans greet K-pop stars Jimin and Jung Kook of BTS discharged from military service
Hundreds of fans gathered in the early morning hours to catch a glimpse of K-pop superstars Jimin and Jung Kook, the latest...
3 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Trump plans to attend ‘Les Misérables’ at the Kennedy Center after taking over the institution
President Donald Trump is set to take a seat at Wednesday's opening night of the award-winning musical "Les Misérables" at the Kennedy Center, where...
National
2 days ago in National, Trending
The Latest: California challenges Trump’s use of military in Los Angeles
Opponents of President Donald Trump 's administration are set to rally in hundreds of cities on Saturday during the military parade in Washington for the...
2 days ago in National, Trending
House will vote on Trump’s request to cut funding for NPR, PBS and foreign aid
House Republicans are moving to cut about $9.4 billion in spending already approved by Congress as President Donald Trump's administration looks to follow through on...
3 days ago in National, Trending
Trump says US gets rare earth minerals from China in trade deal, tariffs on Chinese goods go to 55%
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that the United States will get magnets and rare earth minerals from China under a new trade...
3 days ago in National, Trending
LA police swiftly enforce downtown curfew as protests against Trump’s immigration crackdown continue
Los Angeles police swiftly enforced a downtown curfew, making arrests moments after it took effect, while deploying officers on horseback and using...
3 days ago in Lifestyle, National
Veterans are divided over the Army’s big parade, being held on Trump’s birthday
James McDonough served in the U.S. Army for 27 years, fighting in Vietnam and delivering humanitarian aid to Rwanda. For him, Saturday's military parade...
3 days ago in National, Trending
Elon Musk backs off from feud with Trump, saying he regrets social media posts that ‘went too far’
Elon Musk stepped back from his explosive feud with U.S. President Donald Trump, writing on X that he regrets some of his posts about...
4 days ago in National, Trending
Trump sends Marines and more National Guard members to Los Angeles
Another 2,000 National Guard troops along with 700 Marines are headed to Los Angeles on orders from President Donald Trump, escalating a military...
1 week ago in National, Trending
Hiring in the US slows, though employers still added a solid 139,000 jobs in May
U.S. employers slowed hiring last month, but still added a solid 139,000 jobs amid uncertainty over President Donald Trump's trade wars. Hiring fell...
Lifestyle
19 hours ago in Lifestyle, Music
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce attend Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final between Panthers and Oilers
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Travis Kelce were among the celebrities that flocked to Amerant Bank Arena on Thursday to watch Game 4 of the...
3 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Fans greet K-pop stars Jimin and Jung Kook of BTS discharged from military service
Hundreds of fans gathered in the early morning hours to catch a glimpse of K-pop superstars Jimin and Jung Kook, the latest...
3 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Trump plans to attend ‘Les Misérables’ at the Kennedy Center after taking over the institution
President Donald Trump is set to take a seat at Wednesday's opening night of the award-winning musical "Les Misérables" at the Kennedy Center, where...
3 days ago in Lifestyle, National
Veterans are divided over the Army’s big parade, being held on Trump’s birthday
James McDonough served in the U.S. Army for 27 years, fighting in Vietnam and delivering humanitarian aid to Rwanda. For him, Saturday's military parade...
4 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Apple unveils iOS 26 and a new ‘liquid glass’ design
After stumbling out of the starting gate in Big Tech's pivotal race to capitalize on artificial intelligence, Apple tried to regain its footing
4 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Video game performers on strike for almost a year over AI issues reach a tentative deal
The union for Hollywood's video game performers has reached a tentative contract with several video game companies that may bring...
4 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
BET Awards bring star power as Doechii, Jamie Foxx, Mariah Carey shine in 25th anniversary show
The BET Awards delivered a night of major star power and poignant moments Monday night, marking the ceremony's 25th anniversary with...
5 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Warner Bros. Discovery to split into two companies, dividing cable and streaming services
Warner Bros. Discovery will calve off cable operations from its streaming service, creating two independent companies as the number of people "cutting the cord" brings with it...
Sports
15 hours ago in Local sports, Sports
4 Events, 4 Top 3 Finishes for Emmetsburg’s Rachel Schany at State Track and Field Meet
Rachel Schany and Emmetsburg Girls Track and Field Coach Ben Thomsen recap her dominant performance at the State Track and Field Championships
17 hours ago in Local sports, Sports
Baseball & Softball Scores: 6/12/25
Scores from the KICD 9-County Area
17 hours ago in Local sports, Sports
Vail Fans 13 as Spencer Completes Season Sweep of Spirit Lake
Dakota Lux an active night at the plate
19 hours ago in Sports
Reds pitcher Wade Miley accused in court documents of being drug supplier for the late Tyler Skaggs
Cincinnati Reds left-hander Wade Miley is accused in court documents of providing drugs to the late Tyler Skaggs, a Los Angeles Angels pitcher who...
19 hours ago in Sports
J.J. Spaun leads U.S. Open at Oakmont on a wild day of great shots and shockers
J.J. Spaun is still new enough to the U.S. Open, and a newcomer to the brute that is Oakmont, that he was prepared for anything...
19 hours ago in Sports, Trending
Leon Draisaitl scores in OT again, Oilers beat Panthers 5-4 in Game 4 to tie Stanley Cup Final
Falling behind three goals after 20 minutes, the Edmonton Oilers scored three of their own over the next 20 to erase their deficit. They took the lead, only to...
3 days ago in Local sports, Sports
Softball and Baseball Scores: 6/12/25
Softball Non-Conference Spencer 11 – Okoboji 1 Estherville Lincoln Central 4 – Newell-Fonda 0 Manson-Northwest Webster 6 – Cherokee 4…
3 days ago in Local sports, Sports
Tigers Storm Back and Walk it Off against Pocahontas Area
The Spencer Baseball team hosted Pocahontas Area on Tuesday night in Spencer for another KICD 9-County Area non-conference matchup. It…
News
13 hours ago in Local
Governor Reynolds Issues Disaster Proclamation for Osceola and Palo Alto Counties Following June Storms
A disaster proclamation has been issued by Governor Kim Reynolds following the severe storms that swept through northwest Iowa on Wednesday, June 11.
19 hours ago in Music, Entertainment
Mike Love celebrates Brian Wilson and George Clinton shines at 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame
The Beach Boys' Mike Love was inducted into the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame on Thursday night, just one day after it was announced that his inimitable bandmate Brian Wilson...
19 hours ago in Lifestyle, Music
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce attend Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final between Panthers and Oilers
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Travis Kelce were among the celebrities that flocked to Amerant Bank Arena on Thursday to watch Game 4 of the...
19 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
A Grammy category is created for album covers just as Sabrina Carpenter’s takes the spotlight
The Recording Academy has tweaked some of its rules for the 2026 Grammy Awards, including carving out a stand-alone category for best album cover — a day after...
19 hours ago in Local
Landowners Seek to Stop Wind Farm
Opponents of a massive wind farm granted a permit by the Dickinson County Board of Adjustment vowed to continue the fight. They have hired Des Moines lawyers to try blocking construction.
Crash Leads to Juvenile Arrests in Palo Alto County
A single vehicle crash early Saturday morning in rural Palo Alto County resulted in multiple citations for a group of juveniles, including charges related to alcohol and marijuana possession.
Milford Man Accused of Felony Burglary in Sibley
A Milford man has been arrested and charged with felony burglary following an incident in Sibley.
Hartley man Arrested for Threats to Dispatch
A Hartley man was arrested on Monday, June 2, for obstruction of emergency communications.
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19 hours ago in Sports, Trending
Leon Draisaitl scores in OT again, Oilers beat Panthers 5-4 in Game 4 to tie Stanley Cup Final
Falling behind three goals after 20 minutes, the Edmonton Oilers scored three of their own over the next 20 to erase their deficit. They took the lead, only to...
London-bound Air India flight with more than 240 aboard crashes after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India
An Air India passenger plane bound for London with more than 240 people on board crashed Thursday in India's northwestern city of Ahmedabad, and there were no known survivors, officials...
Russia’s military losses top 1 million in 3-year-old war, Ukraine’s military says
The number of Russian troops killed or wounded in Ukraine has topped 1 million, military officials in Kyiv said Thursday, describing the huge price that...
UN nuclear watchdog board censures Iran, which retaliates by announcing a new enrichment site
The U.N. nuclear watchdog's board of governors on Thursday formally found that Iran isn't complying with its nuclear obligations for the first time in 20 years...
2 days ago in National, Trending
The Latest: California challenges Trump’s use of military in Los Angeles
Opponents of President Donald Trump 's administration are set to rally in hundreds of cities on Saturday during the military parade in Washington for the...