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Storm Lake Fire Department Responds to Saturday Garage Fire

The Storm Lake Fire Department responded to a garage fire Saturday afternoon.

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Marian Hibma, 82, Harris

Services for 82 year old Marian Hibma of Harris will be Tuesday, December 23rd at 11:00am at the Crosswinds Church…

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Iowa Farm Prices Report on KICD Farm News

The USDA released commodity prices for October 2025.

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Christmas Tradition Origins Explained in Current Iowa History Journal

Christmas was declared an official holiday in Iowa in 1862, eight years before it was recognized nationally.

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Arnolds Park City Complex Construction on Schedule, Contractor Reports

Korry Hansen from Hausmann Construction said they were running ahead until the week of December 1st.

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Infant Diagnosed with Measles in Polk County

This is the first known report of Measles in Polk County in over 30 years.

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Loren Leslie, 73, Dickens

Services for 73 year old Loren Leslie of Dickens will be Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025 at 11:00am at the Warner…

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Los Angeles Angels settles lawsuit with family of pitcher Tyler Skaggs over fatal overdose

The Los Angeles Angels reached a confidential settlement Friday in a lawsuit over the drug overdose death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs.

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Judge nixes conviction of one of two men found guilty of killing Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay

A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay, ruling that there wasn't enough evidence that the man had a motive to kill the hip-hop luminary.

1 day ago in National

Justice Department begins releasing long-awaited files tied to Epstein sex trafficking investigation

The Justice Department on Friday began releasing its files on Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender and wealthy financier known for his connections to some of the world's most influential people, including Donald Trump, who as president had tried to keep the files sealed.

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Larry Zwemke age 87

Private Family Services for 87-year-old, Larry Zwemke will be a later date. He passed away on Wednesday, December 17th. Larry’s…

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Joyce Wagner, 92, Hartley

A Funeral Service for Joyce Wagner, age 92 of Hartley will be held on Monday, December 22nd, at 11:00 a.m.…

2 days ago in Sports

LeBron James cites ‘Luka magic’ as Doncic has 45-point triple-double

LeBron James was in awe of "Luka magic" after Luka Doncic had 45 points, 14 assists and 11 rebounds in his fifth triple-double of the season in a 143-135 win over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt welcome their ‘perfect angel girl’

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt have announced the birth of their "perfect angel girl." They took to Instagram on Thursday to herald the Dec. 12 birth of Scottie Rose Hewitt Davidson, accompanied by several photos of the couple cradling and caring for their newborn.

2 days ago in World

Spread of famine in Gaza Strip averted but Palestinians there still face starvation, experts say

The spread of famine has been averted in the Gaza Strip, but the situation remains critical with the entire Palestinian territory still facing starvation, the world's leading authority on food crises said Friday.

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Seahawks overcome 16-point deficit to stun Rams 38-37 in OT in NFC West showdown

Mike Macdonald was in no mood to play for a tie, and the Los Angeles Rams' defense had no interest in letting Sam Darnold connect with any of his top receiving options.

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Community Welcome for Free Holiday Gathering with Life 360-Okoboji Church

On Sunday, December 21, the “Don’t Be Home Alone for Christmas” event will be hosted at Founders Hall on the Okoboji Bible Conference grounds.

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Storm Lake Apartment Fire Thursday Displaces Residents

Fire Chief Terence Sinner says the Red Cross has helped them find alternate accommodations.

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Suspects Named in Lyon County Courthouse Break-In

Official arrest warrants have now been issued for two individuals suspected in the break-in and vandalism in the Lyon County courthouse in Rock Rapids earlier this week.

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Wind Creates Dangerous Conditions Thursday in Northwest Iowa

Advisories had already been issued early in the week, and sustained winds in excess of 40 mph Thursday caused white-out conditions across the KICD Broadcast area with motorists driving off the roadways, or in several incidents - striking each other.

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Judge nixes conviction of one of two men found guilty of killing Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay

A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay, ruling that there wasn't enough evidence that the man had a motive to kill the hip-hop luminary.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt welcome their ‘perfect angel girl’

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt have announced the birth of their "perfect angel girl." They took to Instagram on Thursday to herald the Dec. 12 birth of Scottie Rose Hewitt Davidson, accompanied by several photos of the couple cradling and caring for their newborn.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Romanian court sentences US rapper Wiz Khalifa to 9 months for drug possession

American rapper Wiz Khalifa was sentenced by a court in Romania on Thursday to nine months in jail for drug possession, more than a year after he took part in a music festival in the Eastern European country.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

Tennessee governor pardons country star Jelly Roll, who has sought redemption from criminal past

Tennessee's governor pardoned country star Jelly Roll on Thursday for his criminal past in the state, acknowledging the Nashville native's long road back from drugs and prison through soul-searching, songwriting and advocacy for second chances.

3 days ago in Entertainment

Add expectant father to Allen’s list of achievements in Buffalo, after Steinfeld announces pregnancy

Marriage, fatherhood and an NFL MVP honor were the furthest things on Josh Allen's mind when he arrived in Buffalo as a raw but promising quarterback prospect in April 2018.