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3 weeks ago in World

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake shakes part of southern Japan but no tsunami detected

An earthquake registering a magnitude of 7.1 shook Kumamoto on Japan's southern main island of Kyushu late Tuesday afternoon, causing damage and injuries, officials said.

Older man in a plaid shirt holds a sign about traveling all towns in Iowa, outdoors with a historic building in the background.

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Spencer’s John Cotton Visits Every Town in Iowa

Long-time Spencer businessman John Cotton visited Bloomfield earlier this month.

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Multiple Charges Filed Against Estherville Woman Following Police Investigation

An earlier arrest has led to multiple charges, including a felony drug charge, against an Estherville woman.

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Swimming Not Recommended at Emmerson Bay

One public beach in the Iowa Great Lakes has been deemed unfit for swimming in the weekly update from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

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Savannah Guthrie makes an emotional plea to her mother’s kidnappers

"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie says in a new video that her family is living an unending nightmare nearly six months after her mother's disappearance and pleads with her kidnappers: "Tell us where to look for her."

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Dickinson County Hosts Annual REAP Assembly

It was the Dickinson County Conservation Department's turn to host the annual Northwest Iowa REAP assembly Wednesday night.

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Storm Lake Extends Mandatory Water Conservation Order

The City of Storm Lake has announced mandatory water conservation measures will remain in effect until further notice.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Tadej Pogacar confirms status as a cycling great with record-equaling fifth Tour de France title

Tadej Pogacar confirmed his status as one of cycling's all-time greats after winning a record-equaling fifth Tour de France title in emphatic style. Daring mountain attacks from deep, multiple stage wins and an ice-cool temperament all helped the 27-year-old Slovenian seal his victory on Sunday.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

‘The Odyssey’ earns $87M in its second weekend, Christopher Nolan’s best second weekend yet

"The Odyssey" continued to exert a mighty hold on moviegoers in its second weekend in North American theaters, with $87 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.

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Advanced Breast Imaging Services Now Available at Spencer Hospital

Patients in Spencer now have access to advanced breast imaging and diagnostic care at Spencer Hospital.

3 weeks ago in National

Traffic to start flowing Monday across new bridge between Canada and US

Traffic is set to start flowing Monday across a new bridge over the Detroit River that will serve as a critical route for trade, jobs and tourism between Canada and the U.S.

3 weeks ago in World

France says monster fire that forced 220,000 people to flee has stopped growing

Fire crews and planes wrestled Monday to bring a monster wildfire under control in southwest France before a forecast jump in temperatures complicates the massive firefighting effort against a blaze that has burned an area four times the size of Paris.

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Local Officials Weigh E-Bike Regulations Amid Safety Concerns

Local officials continue discussing growing concerns over e-bikes and electric scooters as the devices become increasingly common across Northwest Iowa.

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Annual Okoboji Bible Conference Returns for its 92nd Year

The Okoboji Bible Conference returns for its 92nd year this weekend.

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KICD 9-County Area Best Teams of the 2025-2026 Year: Spirit Lake Boys Cross Country

Spirit Lake runs under the radar for most of the regular season before finishing Top 10 in the State

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Counterfeit Benjamins Found in Estherville

Estherville, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — The Estherville Police Department confirms counterfeit currency has been found in town. A local financial institution…

3 weeks ago in Sports

LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’

LeBron James' first "final" decision was that he would retire. Weeks of deep reflection led him to change his mind, however, with all the familiar options in front of him to extend his career; a third trip with Cleveland, a second stop in Miami, maybe even stay in California for a high-profile union in Golden State. Nope — to all of those teams.

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Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence

CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has been arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.

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Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states

Federal health officials on Friday expanded the scope of their investigation into an outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite to four additional states, broadening the size of the largest U.S. outbreak of cyclospora.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Biking to work: Tips to get started, stay safe and look presentable when you arrive

If you've considered bike commuting but assumed you needed expensive gear and to be in excellent physical shape, or worried about arriving at work disheveled or smelly, there are ways to overcome those hurdles.

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2 days ago in Local

Exterior Work on Milford Elementary School is Complete

The shell of the new elementary school in Milford is complete with work shifting to the interior.

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Palo Alto County Severs Economic Development Agreement with Kossuth County

Palo Alto and Kossuth Counties no longer share an economic development director.

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O’Brien County Receives Grants for Local Projects

The United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development has announced two grants for O'Brien County.

3 days ago in Sports

Montero, Tigers shut out Guardians without a strikeout, a first in MLB since 2014

Keider Montero pitched three-hit ball into the seventh inning and the Detroit Tigers blanked the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 on Thursday despite failing to record a strikeout.

3 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Winning ticket for $1 billion Powerball jackpot was sold in Illinois

A Powerball ticket sold at a gas station in western Illinois was the sole winner of the $1 billion jackpot, ending a three-month drought without a top-prize victor.