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28 minutes ago in Sports

Ohio State stays on top of playoff bracket, while Miami makes a big move

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Not surprisingly, Ohio State stayed at the top of the rankings, and there was a healthy debate about whether last weekend's action warranted keeping Indiana at No. 2, one spot ahead of Texas A&M.

17 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown pleads not guilty to attempted murder charge stemming from Miami shooting

Former NFL star Antonio Brown was returning Tuesday to Miami to face an attempted murder charge stemming from a May shooting, with his lawyer filing a not guilty plea on his behalf.

18 hours ago in Sports

Mavericks fire GM Nico Harrison 9 months after widely panned Luka Doncic trade

The Dallas Mavericks fired general manager Nico Harrison on Tuesday, an admission nine months later that the widely criticized trade of Luka Doncic backfired on the franchise.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

MLB, sportsbooks cap bets on individual pitches in response to pitch-rigging scandal

Major League Baseball said its authorized gaming operators will cap bets on individual pitches at $200 and exclude them from parlays, a day after two Cleveland Guardians players were indicted and accused of rigging pitches at the behest of gamblers.

2 days ago in Sports

Rodgers’ struggles continue to mount in Steelers’ loss to Chargers

Aaron Rodgers' tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers began on a high note with four wins in five games to start the season. Since then, however, the 41-year-old quarterback's performance has gotten progressively worse and worse as the Steelers have lost three of four.

National

1 day ago in National, Trending

Arctic air hits much of the US, bringing snow to some areas and very chilly temperatures to Florida

Some of this autumn's coldest weather yet is bearing down on the United States, enveloping the eastern two-thirds of the country in Arctic air on Monday and affecting millions of people.

1 day ago in National

ByHeart recalls all baby formula sold nationwide as infant botulism outbreak grows

ByHeart, a manufacturer of organic baby formula, recalled all of its products sold nationwide Tuesday, days after some batches were recalled in an expanding outbreak of infant botulism.

1 day ago in National

While Trump threatens controllers, US flight cancellations will drag on even after shutdown ends

Air travelers should expect worsening cancellations and delays this week even if the government shutdown ends, as the Federal Aviation Administration rolls out deeper cuts to flights at 40 major U.S. airports, officials said Monday.

2 days ago in National

Supreme Court rejects call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide

The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Flight cancellations and delays worsen as government shutdown drags on

The pain Americans are facing at airports across the country is expected to get worse this week if Congress is unable to reach a deal to reopen the federal government.

Entertainment

43 minutes ago in Entertainment

A happy circumstance: Bob Ross paintings sell for more than $600K to help public TV stations

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Three paintings from famously chill public television legend Bob Ross sold Tuesday for more than $600,000 at auction. The paintings were the first of 30 Ross works being sold to benefit public TV stations hurt by cuts in federal funding.

46 minutes ago in Entertainment, Music

Meghan Trainor says she ‘Still Don’t Care’ — because her new album and tour are about growth

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In the decade following her debut album, Meghan Trainor has lived myriad lives — but the message of her bright, cheery pop music has remained the same: Stay true to who you are and ignore the haters. That spirit endures on her lead single, the jovial "Still Don't Care," the first tease of her forthcoming seventh full-length album, "Toy with Me," out April 24.

17 hours ago in Entertainment

Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley died from injuries suffered in fall

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, died from blunt force injuries to the head that he suffered in a fall earlier this year, an autopsy has determined.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Everything you need to know about the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch

The 2025 Latin Grammy Awards are right around the corner, which means it is time to get those viewing party plans in action. Allow us to help.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Oprah Winfrey picks Ann Packer’s ‘Some Bright Nowhere’ for book club

Ann Packer's "Some Bright Nowhere," her first novel in a decade, is Oprah Winfrey's latest book club pick.

Lifestyle

5 days ago in Lifestyle

Farmers’ Almanac says it will cease publication after 208 years, citing financial challenges

A 208-year-old publication that farmers, gardeners and others keen to predict the weather have relied on for guidance will be publishing for the final time.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

Peloton recalls nearly 878,000 exercise bikes after several seat posts break

Peloton is recalling nearly 878,000 of its exercise bikes across the U.S. and Canada because the products' seat posts can break during use, posing fall hazards.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

Thanksgrilling recipes and how to do it right

Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on Thanksgrilling, blending Thanksgiving and grilling. It offers menu ideas, cooking tips, and recipes for a flavorful celebration.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Ramen instead of Reese’s? Looming SNAP cuts change what’s on offer for Halloween trick-or-treaters

Many people across the U.S. are preparing to give out shelf-stable foods to trick-or-treaters this year to help fill the void left by looming cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, which helps about one in eight Americans buy groceries.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Community fights pickleball replacing basketball courts at South Florida beachside park

In this aerial view basketball courts are seen at Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, the site of proposed pickleball courts as part of a new luxury development, Oct. 8, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Daniel Kozin)

The city of Fort Lauderdale is planning to replace the decades-old, beachside basketball courts with pickleball courts, part of a deal with developers for a massive condo and hotel project.

Local News from Northwest Iowa Now

17 hours ago in Local

Gas Leak Prompts Evacuation at Buena Vista University Campus in Storm Lake

Emergency crews responded to a gas leak on the Buena Vista University campus in Storm Lake

19 hours ago in Local

More Iowa Disasters, Higher Insurance Blamed on Climate Change

Natural disasters in Iowa are becoming more frequent and costly, with damages reaching millions or even billions of dollars.

20 hours ago in Local

Congressman Randy Feenstra Kicks off Campaign for Governor

Iowa Congressman Randy Feenstra has officially launched his campaign race for Governor Monday night.

23 hours ago in Local

Suspended Driver in Accident Near Dickens

There were no injuries, but an Estherville woman was charged after a one vehicle accident Northeast of Dickens on 310th Avenue early Monday morning.

News

46 minutes ago in Entertainment, Music

Meghan Trainor says she ‘Still Don’t Care’ — because her new album and tour are about growth

Fresh

In the decade following her debut album, Meghan Trainor has lived myriad lives — but the message of her bright, cheery pop music has remained the same: Stay true to who you are and ignore the haters. That spirit endures on her lead single, the jovial "Still Don't Care," the first tease of her forthcoming seventh full-length album, "Toy with Me," out April 24.

17 hours ago in Local

Gas Leak Prompts Evacuation at Buena Vista University Campus in Storm Lake

Emergency crews responded to a gas leak on the Buena Vista University campus in Storm Lake

19 hours ago in Local

More Iowa Disasters, Higher Insurance Blamed on Climate Change

Natural disasters in Iowa are becoming more frequent and costly, with damages reaching millions or even billions of dollars.

20 hours ago in Local

Congressman Randy Feenstra Kicks off Campaign for Governor

Iowa Congressman Randy Feenstra has officially launched his campaign race for Governor Monday night.

23 hours ago in Local

Suspended Driver in Accident Near Dickens

There were no injuries, but an Estherville woman was charged after a one vehicle accident Northeast of Dickens on 310th Avenue early Monday morning.

23 hours ago in Local

Medical Helicopter Forced to Land

Nobody was injured when a medical helicopter enroute from Spirit Lake to Sioux Falls had to set down unexpectedly in rural Lyon County Sunday night.

24 hours ago in Local

Estherville Woman Dies After Police Find Unresponsive in Street

Estherville Police are investigating after an unresponsive female was found late Monday night.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Everything you need to know about the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch

The 2025 Latin Grammy Awards are right around the corner, which means it is time to get those viewing party plans in action. Allow us to help.

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Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown pleads not guilty to attempted murder charge stemming from Miami shooting

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Family Business Makes the Pumpkin the Star

If you like to gamble, Amy Solsma's advice is to skip Vegas, and try farming.

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