Local News from Northwest Iowa Now

10 hours ago in Local

Glisan Reviews August Climate Data, Drought Concerns, and El Niño Outlook

State Climatologist Justin Glisan breaks down the numbers for Northwest Iowa and the Spencer COOP station for the month of August.

10 hours ago in Local

Pocahontas Woman Faces Drug and Weapon Charges

A Pocahontas County woman is facing multiple drug and weapons-related charges.

10 hours ago in Local

No Change in Weekly Drought Update (9/3/2026)

The only perceptible change in Thursday's update of the USDA Drought monitor is a few townships along the Mississippi River slipping into the D-Zero "Abnormally Dry" category

19 hours ago in Local

Iowa State Patrol Urges Safe Driving Ahead of Labor Day Weekend

The Iowa State Patrol is advising motorists to stay focused and drive safely as Labor Day weekend approaches.

19 hours ago in Local

Spencer Community Theatre Releases 2027 Main Stage Schedule

Spencer Community Theatre has set the main stage schedule for the coming year.

19 hours ago in Local

Sutherland Prepares for Busy Labor Day Weekend Celebration

Sutherland is gearing up for its 2026 Labor Day Celebration this weekend.

Local Sports

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Tiger Tennis Stays Unbeaten in Duals with Dominant Shutout of Tornadoes

Spencer Seals up first Siouxland Conference Conference Dual Title

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Cross Country Results: 9/1/26

Results from the KICD 9-County Area

2 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Volleyball Scores: 9/2/26

Scores from the KICD 9-County Area

4 days ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Tiger Girls Swimmers 3rd in Mason City

Sears hits another qualifying mark, and Tigers sweep top 3 spots in Backstroke

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Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

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