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7 hours ago in Local

Post‑Survey Upgrade: Graettinger Tornado Now Rated EF2

On April 13, 2026, a very strong and dangerous tornado ripped through far northeastern Palo Alto County near rural Graettinger, eventually ending in southern Emmet County.

11 hours ago in Local

NWS Details Archer Tornado from April 13 Outbreak

On Monday, April 13th, a severe weather outbreak produced three confirmed tornadoes.

11 hours ago in Crime, Local

Clay County Deputies Arrest Spencer Man on Sex-Related Felony Charges

A Spencer man is back in custody today after the Clay County Sheriff's Office executed an active warrant involving multiple felony charges.

11 hours ago in Crime, Local

Man Wanted on Georgia Felony Rape Warrant Arrested in Storm Lake

An arrest operation Tuesday morning led to a heavy law enforcement presence and temporary road closures in Storm Lake.

11 hours ago in Local

Reynolds Signs Disaster Proclamation for Northwest Iowa Counties

Following the severe weather that impacted Northwest Iowa, Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation, including Clay County and Palo Alto County.

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Track and Field Results: 4/14/26

Results from around the KICD 9-County Area

Local Sports

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Track and Field Results: 4/14/26

Results from around the KICD 9-County Area

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

NWISL Scores: 4/14/26

Scores from around the Northwest Iowa Soccer League

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Golf Scores: 4/14/26

Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Tiger Girls Cruise Past SLPO

Gustafson with a hat trick in the win

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11 hours ago in National, Trending

Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US

Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continued to threaten rain and pose flooding risks Thursday after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin.

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Tiger Woods’ lawyer vows to fight subpoena for prescription records in DUI case

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11 hours ago in Sports, Trending

FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup ‘for sure’ despite war

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup "for sure" despite its war with the United States.