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35 Photos of the Best National Parks to See Vivid Fall Colors
If you're not visiting these National Parks in the fall, you're really missing out.

Hy-Vee Raises More Than $295,000 for Midwest Families
Hy-Vee raised more than $295,000 through its Back-to-School Community Food Drive, helping local food banks and pantries support families across Iowa and the Midwest.

Motley Crue Hit a Reunion Era Live Peak: Concert Review and Photo Gallery
The band has assembled one of their best set lists ever for 'The Return of the Carnival of Sins' tour.
Rabid Bat Found In Backyard Of Northern Illinois Home
A rabid bat was discovered in northern Illinois near St. Charles, prompting reminders about unusual bat behavior, rabies exposure and safely avoiding wild bats.
Illinois Teacher Runs The Entire Length Of The Mississippi River
One teacher's extraordinary run down the Mississippi River raised over twelve thousand dollars for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Molly Hatchet's New Album and Tour
Long-time guitarist and songwriter Bobby Ingram says recording their 12-song LP at Abbey Road was a dream come true.

Sebastian Bach Twisted Sister Interview
He tells UCR what fans can expect when he takes the stage tonight in New Jersey with the band for the first time.

Iowa’s Favorite Looney Tunes Character is Also in New ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Movie
A look at the Hawkeye State's favorite Looney Tunes character in honor of the release of "Coyote vs. Acme."

Watch Foghat Perform a ‘Fool for the City’ Deep Cut: Video Premiere
It's the first taste of their upcoming triple live album 'Live & Loud Across the U.S.A.'

Roger Daltrey Confirms the Who’s Surprising Reunion With Zak Starkey
They're apparently not retiring (again). And playing with former long-time drummer Zak Starkey (again).

Brandon Novak Talks Upcoming Speaking Event in Dubuque
The former CKY crewmember will be in Dubuque on Saturday, September 12th for an event organized by Hillcrest Family Services.

U2 Releases a New Cover
It's part of an upcoming tribute album that also features the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Tom Waits and more.

IOWA DO NOT TOUCH OR EAT THIS Common Plant Found in Your Backyard
There’s a plant popping up in backyards that looks harmless at first glance. It has big green leaves and clusters of beautiful dark purple berries.

John Lennon's Five-Hour Struggle With 'Nowhere Man'
Isolated at his home in Weybridge, it took ages for something to click.

Back to School in the ’80s: The Sights, Sounds, and Smells You Totally Forgot About
From overhead projectors to rectangular pizza with a side of milk, these are the core memories of 1980s education that just keep on giving.

Illinois Shaped Modern Life With Inventions That Changed World
Illinois gave the world the dishwasher, the skyscraper, the zipper, and the first cell phone. Not bad for one state.

New Unreleased Boston Rarity
He offered a fresh update for fans and also paid tribute to Dolly Parton.

Land and Water Fest celebrates the Dubuque we love to explore
Land and Water Fest brings music, nature, conservation and climate conversation to the Dubuque Arboretum while raising funds to protect the region's land, water and wildlife.

Winger Adds More Dates to Fall 2026 Tour After Considering Retirement
instead of calling it quits, they're kicking off a new round of U.S. shows tonight.

Iowa Launches 24/7 Statewide Opioid Treatment Hotline
The hotline was launched by the Iowa Poison Control Center as another way medical professionals can aid those in need.
Illinois Is Still #1 in Tornadoes: Here's How Bad It Is
Illinois is on pace for a tornado year unlike anything in recorded history, with activity four times above normal through July alone.

New Storm Chasing Documentary Features Footage of Greenfield, IA Tornado
"Never Stop Chasing" revolves around storm chaser Reed Timmer and his team.


Andrew Watt Stands Up to Keith Richards
Ron Wood explains why fans no longer have to wait so long for new music – and confirms there’s more to come.
