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Spencer Man Faces Felony Charge After High-Speed Chase

A Spencer man faces several charges, including a felony, after allegedly leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase through Dickinson County.

1 week ago in Sports

Ravens are getting veteran QB Jacoby Brissett from the Cardinals, AP source says

Veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett is heading from the Arizona Cardinals to the Baltimore Ravens, a person with knowledge of the trade told The Associated Press on Wednesday.

1 week ago in Sports

Zverev’s tenure as No. 1 begins with ‘bad’ loss at Paris Masters, Djokovic also goes out

Alexander Zverev's tenure as the No. 1 in men's tennis started with a 7-6 (5), 6-2 defeat to Lorenzo Musetti in the second round of the Paris Masters on Wednesday.

1 week ago in National

What’s next in the investigation of the Learjet crash in Florida that killed 9?

Investigators are just beginning the lengthy process of determining why a business jet plummeted from the sky in Florida after encountering a thunderstorm and slammed into the ground with such force that it created a crater and shattered the plane.

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Lynn Evans Reelected to Iowa Senate with 69% of Vote

The Republican who represents Spencer in the State Senate was returned to office with 69 percent of the vote Tuesday.

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Forecasters Highlight New Winter Warning Tool Ahead of Awareness Day

Starting this winter, you may see the phrase "Particularly Dangerous Situation" (PDS) included with Blizzard Warnings or Ice Storm Warnings.

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Spencer Firefighters Respond to Blaze on West 4th Street

A Spencer home sustained fire damage Tuesday night.

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Early Morning House Fire Displaces Estherville Family, Dogs Rescued

An Estherville family has been displaced by a Tuesday morning house fire.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

5 unique Thanksgiving main dishes to make on the grill

Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on unique Thanksgiving grilling recipes from Wildfire Outdoor Living, featuring dishes like Five-Spice Rotisserie Pork and Blackened Tri-Tip.

1 week ago in National, Trending

Democrats usher in a new era with their resounding sweep of the House and the Senate

Democrats are riding their sweep of Congress into a new era, eager to meet voter demands for change with plans to tackle high costs of living and confront President Donald Trump's final years in the White House.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Shorter days and dark afternoons can trigger depression. Here’s how to fight back

As winter approaches and daylight hours grow shorter, people prone to seasonal depression can feel it in their bodies and brains.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

The daily habits that have the biggest impact on healthy aging

Fatty15 reports that healthy aging relies on consistent daily habits such as a nutritious diet, regular physical activity, sufficient sleep, stress management, and social connections.

2 weeks ago in

2026 Election Results

None of the five bond issues before Northwest Iowa voters passed Tuesday.

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Major League Baseball proposes delaying salary cap start until 2028 in talks with players

Major League Baseball proposed delaying the start of a salary cap until 2028, saying teams have too many commitments for next season that wouldn't allow them to reduce spending quickly enough.

2 weeks ago in National

A referendum on Trump, election monitors and a Democratic shift: What to watch on Election Day

President Donald Trump has repeatedly encouraged voters to pretend he's on the ballot this Election Day. He's not, of course. But there is reason to believe that Tuesday's midterms, above all, will be a referendum on his performance over the last two years.

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Pomeroy Man Faces Up to a Century in Prison in Child Sex Abuse Case

A Pomeroy man convicted of sexually abusing a child over a period of years has been sentenced to up to 100 years in prison.

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Spencer Rotary Used Book Sale Returns with Thousands of Titles Available

The Spencer Rotary Club's annual Used Book Sale is this week at the Clay County Fair Event Center.

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Election Day Underway in Northwest Iowa; Find Your Polling Place

Polls in Iowa are open until 8 o'clock tonight. Here's where to vote in Clay County:

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Clay County Crash Results in Life-Threatening Injuries

A Milford woman sustained life-threatening injuries in a collision with a semi tractor-trailer Friday morning in Clay County.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Luka Doncic is off to a spectacular offensive start for the Lakers with a string of 40-point games

Although Luka Doncic is in his ninth NBA season as one of the sport's most dynamic scorers, he has rarely been better than this. Two weeks into the Los Angeles Lakers' first season following LeBron James' departure, Doncic is scorching opponents with one brilliant offensive performance after another.

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17 hours ago in Local

Two Found Dead Following House Fire in Pocahontas

A house fire in Pocahontas led to two deaths, including a child, Friday evening.

18 hours ago in Local

Death Investigation Leads to Precautionary Lockdown at Estherville Schools

A police investigation into the death of a woman led to a precautionary lockdown at Estherville schools Friday afternoon.

23 hours ago in National, Trending

Flights halted at airports across US due to air traffic control communications problems, FAA says

The Federal Aviation Administration grounded all flights nationwide Friday afternoon because of communications problems at regional air traffic control centers. The FAA notice said the ground stop was being imposed "due to extraordinary circumstances and for reasons of safety."

22 hours ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Spencer Girls Swim Team Takes Top 15 at State Championships

Sears with two podium finishes for Tigers

1 day ago in Local

Paullina Man Charged After Allegedly Assaulting Caretaker During Dispute Over Cellphone

A rural Paullina man was charged after allegedly assaulting his caretaker Sunday.