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3 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
The best movies of 2026 so far, from ‘Project Hail Mary’ to ‘Rose of Nevada’
It's been a curiously seesawing first six months. The movies have been dominated as much by 26-year-old YouTuber-turned-filmmaker Curry Barker as they have 79-year-old Steven Spielberg.
3 days ago in National
Couple charged with felonies for Empire State Building climb-turned-proposal
A skyscraper-scaling daredevil told police that he and his girlfriend climbed the Empire State Building's antenna and unfurled a banner about love and peace because he wanted to "do something special" for their engagement, prosecutors said Thursday at the couple's arraignment on felony reckless endangerment, burglary and other charges.
Severe Threat Increases Overnight Tonight and Again Friday Afternoon
Thunderstorms never really developed the way forecasts and models expected Wednesday evening and overnight. However, this morning, a few scattered storms developed across northwest Iowa and parts of northeast Nebraska and southwest Minnesota.
Moderate Drought Expands into Parts of Cherokee County
The latest U.S. Drought Monitor was released on June 30, with the map published Thursday, July 2nd.
Several Clay County Roads Remain at 55 MPH Despite State Speed Limit Increase
Even though Iowa's statutory speed limit on paved county roads increased from 55 to 60 mph on July 1, several stretches of roadway in Clay County will remain posted at 55 mph for now...
Stover Reflects on Leadership of Former Spencer Fire Chief Doug Duncan
The Spencer community continues to remember former Spencer Fire Chief Doug Duncan.
4 days ago in National
The Onion’s new parody of Alex Jones’ Infowars starts with $100,000 to Sandy Hook families
The satirical news site The Onion isn't waiting to take possession of Infowars to launch a parody of Alex Jones ' conspiracy platform. More than a year after first trying to buy Infowars, The Onion on Thursday will debut a send-up under its own website with plans to give some of the revenue to families of the victims in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.
4 days ago in National
US employers pull back on hiring in June amid elevated inflation, global turmoil
U.S. employers slowed hiring last month and added only 57,000 jobs, less than half the previous month's total and a sign companies still have a cautious economic outlook.
4 days ago in Sports
Taylor Fritz wins match and style points at Wimbledon. De Minaur also advances
A well-dressed Taylor Fritz impressed again at Wimbledon on Thursday, beating compatriot Patrick Kypson 6-2, 6-2, 7-5 to reach the third round as Princess Kate visited the All England Club.
4 days ago in Sports, Trending
U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive
Malik Tillman stepped up for a free kick with a bloody sock and a new right boot after being stepped on by an opponent as the United States scrambled to protect a one-goal lead, down a man in a World Cup knockout round.
4 days ago in Entertainment
California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state’s history
Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese American in California history with an annual namesake day.
Vatican cracks down on a traditionalist group by excommunicating its bishops
The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the pope's consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church.
How is the Summer Going at Arnolds Park Amusement Park?
CEO Jon Pausley visits with KICD’s George Bower
FEMA Approves Additional $27M for Northwest Iowa Communities
WASHINGTON D.C. (Northwestiowanow) – Several communities in Northwest Iowa have been awarded more than $27 million in FEMA funding. Announced…
Pets Succumb in Rural Clay County House Fire
Terril, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — There were no human injuries in a Clay County house fire late Tuesday afternoon. Jarrod Fischer…
4 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to host their wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden, AP source says
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will have their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday night, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the security plans.
New “Epic” System Now in Use at Spencer Hospital
A major technology upgrade is already improving how patients access care and communicate with providers at Spencer Hospital.
5 days ago in National, Trending
Americans step out for their nation’s 250th in a proud moment sown with division and doubt
One of the stars of the American firmament once advised citizens of all stripes how to express their love of country. Mark Twain's long-ago words capture how Americans are stepping out this week to wish their nation a happy milestone birthday.