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Before coaching the Warriors and Knicks, the originator of "Nellie Ball" played high school basketball in the Quad Cities and attended the University of Iowa.

Cedar Rapids has landed in the national spotlight once again, earning a top 10 spot for content creators.

Iowa's new Workforce Pell program could help people train for in-demand jobs in weeks instead of years. But will cheaper training actually solve the state's worker shortage?

That strange creature wandering through your Iowa yard at night may look scary, but the Virginia opossum is one of North America's most fascinating animals. Here are 10 cool facts about our only native marsupial.

One of Cedar Falls' oldest buildings has been transformed into a brand new business! Frankie’s Ice Cream Parlor is now open inside the old train depot at 422 Main Street.

The much-anticipated off-price retailer is set to open its doors in Dubuque's Kennedy Mall on August 13th.

The 2026 Iowa State Fair is on its way, and that means 11 days of delicious fair food! This year's menu includes over 50 different foods on a stick!

Brain's daughter visits the real-life beach from The Goonies.

The basketball world is remembering former Hawkeye star Don Nelson, who became an NBA champion and coaching legend.

We've put together a list of wineries and cideries that can be found across the state of Iowa!

A Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled jalapeño peppers is affecting several states. Here is what Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa residents should know about the latest health update.

Scientists studied how cookies bake at different temperatures and found that one setting may provide the perfect balance of texture, moisture, and doneness.

Lloyd's Pizza Co. is set to have a soft opening in mid-August before building to full capacity.

Iowa's 2026 property tax reform just earned a rare distinction, ranked first in the nation for cutting the tax burden more than any single law in the last decade.

It's not too early to start adding Oktoberfest events to your 2026 calendar! The dates are set for some of Iowa's annual Oktoberfest celebrations, and we've got the info for you on 13 of them.

The "You Look Like You Love Me" singer doesn’t need pickup lines — but the one he shared from his dad is a must-hear.

The Chicks are celebrating the 20th anniversary of 'Taking the Long Way' with five bonus tracks, including previously unreleased music, and a full-album tour.

In 2025, man was convicted of stealing beers out of a mini-fridge on Toby Keith's farm. The man allegedly told responding officers that 'the Lord had told him to come and work for Toby Keith.'

The "Imagine That" singer was asked about his relationship status during a new appearance on 'CBS Mornings.' His answer was just one word.

AI-generated country music is becoming a lucrative business, with two AI country artists already earning hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Rebecca's many board room diatribes are just as compelling as anything Tommy Norris says, but what about TL's "Dancing Rainbows" monologue?

Sugarland are back, baby! The duo just announced announced a tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their 'Enjoy the Ride' album.

Carly Pearce admits she felt like she had done something wrong the second her face touched Riley Green's mustache on set.

Kenny Chesney's 21st album is stacked, and Megan Moroney basically called dibs on one of the tracks before she was even asked.

Brad Pitt has revealed that he began drinking again after seven years of sobriety. The actor says he's now setting limits and approaching alcohol differently.

From ‘Lanterns’ to ‘My Brilliant Career,’ here are the best new TV shows and streaming series for the week of August 10, 2026.

The trailer teases an unexpectedly intense drama about the ‘To Catch a Predator’ host.