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Fog Alert in the Midwest

July 11, 2026

A thick blanket of fog is covering parts of northwestern Iowa, northeastern Nebraska and the far southeast corner of South Dakota this morning. The cloud of mist can cut visibility down to about a half mile in some spots, making roads hard to see. Drivers should expect conditions to clear up by 9 a

art

Graffiti Gets a Big‑Time Home in Suburban Station

July 9, 2026

When you walk into Suburban Station from the 16th Street side, the first thing you see is a wide hallway with no walls to decorate. Then you turn right and a huge “train” painted on the wall grabs your attention. Inside that paint‑filled train, every inch is covered with bright graffiti, murals and

lifestyle

River Towns Turn to Tourism for a Fresh Start

July 8, 2026

Many villages along Wisconsin’s stretch of the Mississippi River are swapping old river jobs for new ways to bring people in. In places like Stockholm and Trempealeau, fresh ideas – from craft pies to outdoor concerts – have become the main draws for travelers. The river still sits at the heart of

sports

Andy Reid’s Busy Day: From Weddings to Choirs

July 6, 2026

Andy Reid and his wife Tammy spent a hectic weekend that felt like a rollercoaster. They began with a long trip to Disneyland, then flew to New York for Taylor Swift’s wedding, and rushed back home before heading to Salt Lake City. There, they joined the Tabernacle Choir for a special broadcast cele

politics

What's Really Happening Behind America's Headlines in 2026

July 5, 2026

Summer 2026 brought tragedy and tension across the United States. A sudden storm on Geneva Lake flipped a boat during the Fourth of July weekend, killing three and leaving seven scrambling for safety. Meanwhile, record numbers of migrants attempted dangerous sea crossings - 321 were caught by author

entertainment

Dixon's flower festival takes a hit from bad weather

July 5, 2026

The annual Petunia Festival in Dixon faced a weekend of disruptions as storms rolled in, forcing several changes to the planned events. The big highlight of Saturday—a ceremony to open a new pedestrian bridge called Petunia Crossing—got pushed to July 7. The popular Al Morrison All-Star games at Pag

opinion

The Real Meaning of “Pursuit of Happiness”

July 4, 2026

Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness is a line that many people think means living in luxury or chasing money. The truth is deeper. When the Founding Fathers wrote this phrase, they had a different idea in mind. The original document was drafted by Thomas Jefferson and reviewed by Benjamin Fr

sports

Two Alaskan Athletes Making Headlines Far From Home

July 4, 2026

Obed Vargas, a soccer player from Anchorage, recently played his third game in a row for Mexico’s national team. He stepped onto the field late in a match against Ecuador and helped secure a 2-0 win, putting Mexico into the next round of the World Cup. Their next game is against England in Mexico Ci

environment

Building in Lee County: Finding a Better Way Forward

July 4, 2026

In Lee County, Florida, the word "development" has started to feel more like a problem than a promise. Local leaders have been accused of letting builders run the show, changing the county’s official growth plan whenever developers ask. One law, meant to protect property owners from unfair rules, ha

crime

When a traffic stop leads to prison: Idaho's tough stance on undocumented immigrants

July 3, 2026

Jesus Agustin Perez Garcia never expected a routine traffic stop in Idaho to change his life forever. In 2023, officers found marijuana and a hidden meth pipe during the stop. While his lawyer and the prosecution both suggested probation would be fair, the judge disagreed. Perez Garcia had been prev