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15 hours ago in Entertainment
It’s Met Gala time! Get yourself suitable with this guide on what to expect
As springtime sunshine finally hits New York City, the Met Gala beckons — one of the most anticipated and visible parties in the world. This year, the theme — "Tailored For You" — is focused on classic tailoring.
15 hours ago in Entertainment
Cheech and Chong ride once more
Being on the road has always been a more natural state for Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong. In their new movie, "Cheech & Chong's Last Movie" (in theaters Friday), they reflect on their odd journey while cruising through the desert, looking for a place called The Joint.
15 hours ago in Entertainment
Suspect in Kardashian jewel heist case plans to take responsibility for his role at Paris trial
One of the suspects in the armed robbery of Kim Kardashian said he plans to take responsibility for his role in the 2016 high-profile heist and will apologize in court as the trial begins Monday in Paris.
15 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Bad Company, Cyndi Lauper and Outkast get into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a class that also includes pop star Cyndi Lauper, the hip-hop pioneers Outkast, the rock duo the White Stripes and grunge masters Soundgarden.
4 days ago in Entertainment
‘SNL’ to close out its 50th season with Scarlett Johansson and Bad Bunny
"Saturday Night Live" will close out its epic 50th season with Scarlett Johansson as host and Bad Bunny as musical guest. NBC announced the lineup for its final three shows on Thursday, with Johansson and Bad Bunny headlining the May 17 show.
5 days ago in Entertainment
Can ‘Étoile’ make ballet cool? ‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ creators pirouette to ballet-themed show
Can ballet be cool? The creators of the new Prime Video show "Étoile" – Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino, of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" fame — are betting yes.
5 days ago in Entertainment
No burgers but plenty of crawfish at this iconic New Orleans music festival
The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival kicks off on Thursday, bringing together a smorgasbord of the city's most iconic homegrown artists for the next two weeks.
6 days ago in Entertainment
Tennessee board recommends that governor pardon country star Jelly Roll
The Tennessee Board of Parole on Tuesday recommended a pardon for country music star Jelly Roll, a Nashville native who has spoken openly about his criminal record and what it has taken to overcome it. The board's action leaves the final decision on a pardon up to Gov. Bill Lee.
National
8 hours ago in National
White House focuses on border crackdown as it marks 100 days for Trump’s second term
The White House on Monday opened a weeklong celebration of Donald Trump's first 100 days in office by focusing on his border crackdown, an area of relative strength for the president at a time when there are red flags for him in the latest round of polling.
6 days ago in National
Evacuation orders lifted as fast-moving New Jersey wildfire burns
A fast-moving wildfire was burning in New Jersey's Pine Barrens, but officials on Wednesday lifted earlier evacuation orders and a stretch of a major highway that was closed due to the blaze has reopened.
1 week ago in National
Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike, New York Times reports
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth created another Signal messaging chat that included his wife and brother where he shared similar details of a March military airstrike against Yemen's Houthi militants that were sent in another chain with top Trump administration leaders, The New York Times reported.
1 week ago in National
Military marchers set out from Hopkinton to start the 129th Boston Marathon
A group of Massachusetts National Guard members early Monday crossed the Boston Marathon start line, launching the 129th edition of the world's oldest and most prestigious annual marathon.
2 weeks ago in National
Fear and panic at Florida State as deadly shooting sends students fleeing
When a 20-year-old opened fire at Florida State University, terrified students barricaded doors and fled across campus, abandoning chemistry notes and even shoes, in a shooting that investigators said killed two men and wounded at least six others.
2 weeks ago in National
GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik is considering a run for governor of New York
Rep. Elise Stefanik, a member of House Republican leadership and onetime nominee for U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, is considering a run for New York governor, according to a person close to her.
2 weeks ago in National
El Salvador President Bukele says he won’t be releasing a Maryland man back to the US
President Donald Trump 's top advisers and Nayib Bukele, the president of El Salvador, said Monday that they have no basis for the small Central American nation to return a Maryland man who was wrongly deported there last month.
2 weeks ago in National
Suspect arrested in arson fire that forced Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, family to flee residence
A man scaled an iron security fence in the middle of the night, eluded police and broke into the Pennsylvania governor's mansion where he set a fire that left significant damage and forced Gov. Josh Shapiro, his family and guests to evacuate the building, authorities said Sunday.
Lifestyle
4 days ago in Lifestyle
One Tech Tip: Thinking of buying a secondhand phone? Some tips on what to look for
New smartphones aren't cheap and prices could reach even higher as globe trade tensions fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats throw Asian exports into turmoil. To save money, consider buying a secondhand device.
5 days ago in Lifestyle
Bluebells and other spring flowers can be nature’s antidote to stressful times
Spending time in nature, experts have long said, can be a balm in troubled times.
6 days ago in Lifestyle
Worries about flying seem to be taking off. Here’s how to cope with in-flight anxiety
The evidence is anecdotal, but psychologists and flight attendants say they've seen and heard increased worries — and not only in people who already had anxieties about flying.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Spring allergies are back. Here’s how to check pollen levels and keep from sneezing
Allergy season can be miserable for tens of millions of Americans when trees, grass, and other pollens cause runny noses, itchy eyes, coughing and sneezing.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Orleans Water Scheduled to Be off Tuesday
Water is expected to be out for the city of Orleans most of the day Tuesday.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local
School Celebrates New Playground
Terril Elementary School held a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday at 2:00 PM to celebrate the completion of their newly renovated playground.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Believers say microdosing psychedelics helps them. Scientists are trying to measure the claims
Microdosing is gaining popularity with a new breed of health seekers. These self-experimenters take a very small amount of psilocybin mushrooms or LSD to try to reduce anxiety, stress and depression. Some claim the practice gives them access to joy, creativity and connection they can't get otherwise.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Taking a mental health leave from work is an option most people don’t know about
Despite a fear of repercussions, more adults are recognizing that stepping back from work to deal with emotional burdens or psychological conditions that get in the way of their lives is a necessary choice, one that a growing number of employers recognize.
Sports
15 hours ago in Sports
Bucks’ Lillard leaves Game 4 of Pacers series with injury to his lower left leg
Damian Lillard was helped off the court and into the locker room after a non-contact injury midway through the first quarter of the Bucks' 129-103 loss to the Indiana Pacers in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference first-round series Sunday night.
15 hours ago in Sports
Falcons say defensive coordinator Ulbrich’s son was responsible for prank call to Shedeur Sanders
The Atlanta Falcons said Sunday that defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich's son was responsible for a prank call made to NFL draft pick Shedeur Sanders.
15 hours ago in Sports
Tennis matches at Madrid Open suspended due to major power outage
Play at the Madrid Open tennis tournament was suspended Monday due to a major power outage reported in Spain and Portugal.
4 days ago in Sports, Trending
Cam Ward goes No. 1, Travis Hunter 2nd and Shedeur Sanders not picked in 1st round of NFL draft
Cam Ward went from zero-star recruit to No. 1 pick in the NFL draft. Travis Hunter cost Jacksonville a premium. Jaxson Dart was selected before Shedeur Sanders.
5 days ago in Sports
Knicks star Jalen Brunson wins NBA’s clutch player of the year award
Jalen Brunson made more baskets than anyone else in the NBA this season when games were considered to be on the line. He delivered in the clutch. And a trophy is coming his way.
5 days ago in Sports
Mets sweep Phillies, extend winning streak to 7 in game with play at the plate and balk that wasn’t
Sometimes the short, soft hits make the big difference. His playing time limited this season, Starling Marte stepped to the plate with the chance to give the New York Mets a 4-3, 10-inning win Wednesday, a three-game sweep of the Philadelphia Phillies, an unbeaten homestand and a five-game NL East lead over their rival.
5 days ago in Sports
NBA playoff guide: Who plays when, how to watch, what the odds are
Day 4 of the NBA playoffs on Tuesday brought a clean sweep for teams at home — Indiana beat Milwaukee for a 2-0 series lead despite Damian Lillard returning to the Bucks' lineup, Oklahoma City defeated Memphis for a 2-0 series lead and the Los Angeles Lakers knotted their series with Minnesota at a game apiece.
5 days ago in Sports, Trending
NFL Draft: How to watch, dates, draft order and potential top picks
The NFL draft kicks off Thursday night and Miami quarterback Cam Ward is still the overwhelming favorite to be selected with the No. 1 overall pick by the Tennessee Titans.
News
12 hours ago in Local
Getting Ready for RAGBRAI
In an effort to make things run smoothly, RAGBRAI provides a checklist for town hosting the annual event.
12 hours ago in Local
Stabbing in Whittemore
A West Bend man has been charged after a stabbing Saturday night in Whittemore.
12 hours ago in Local
Meeting for Proposed Roundabout in Spencer Cancelled
The IOWA DOT has cancelled tonight's meeting at Spencer City Hall.
14 hours ago in Local
Spencer Tree Removal Ahead of Schedule
Spencer Park and Rec Director Bob Fulhart says the removal of Emerald Ash trees from public property is under budget and ahead of schedule.
15 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Bad Company, Cyndi Lauper and Outkast get into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a class that also includes pop star Cyndi Lauper, the hip-hop pioneers Outkast, the rock duo the White Stripes and grunge masters Soundgarden.
1 day ago in Local
High Risk for Severe Weather Monday
Northwest Iowa has been put in a Level 4 of 5 for severe weather, with the potential for destructive winds, large hail, thunderstorms and tornadoes all likely.
3 days ago in AG News, Farm, Local
April 2025 Mainstreet Index
The sentiment of ag bankers in 10 Midwest states was only 40 percent in the April Mainstreet Index compiled by Creighton economist Ernie Goss.
3 days ago in Local
Gov Signs Disaster Bill
Governor Reynolds has signed the Disaster Relief bill into law.
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15 hours ago in Trending, World
Conclave to elect a new pope will start on May 7 as cardinals get to know one another
Catholic cardinals on Monday set May 7 as the start date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor, delaying the secret voting for two days to help them get to know one another better and find consensus on a candidate before they are sequestered in the Sistine Chapel.
4 days ago in Sports, Trending
Cam Ward goes No. 1, Travis Hunter 2nd and Shedeur Sanders not picked in 1st round of NFL draft
Cam Ward went from zero-star recruit to No. 1 pick in the NFL draft. Travis Hunter cost Jacksonville a premium. Jaxson Dart was selected before Shedeur Sanders.
5 days ago in Sports, Trending
NFL Draft: How to watch, dates, draft order and potential top picks
The NFL draft kicks off Thursday night and Miami quarterback Cam Ward is still the overwhelming favorite to be selected with the No. 1 overall pick by the Tennessee Titans.
84% of the world’s coral reefs hit by worst bleaching event on record
Harmful bleaching of the world's coral has grown to include 84% of the ocean's reefs in the most intense event of its kind in recorded history, the International Coral Reef Initiative announced Wednesday.
Pope Francis’ funeral to be held Saturday, with public viewing starting Wednesday
Pope Francis will be laid to rest Saturday after lying in state for three days in St. Peter's Basilica, where the faithful are expected to flock to pay their respects to history's first Latin American pontiff.