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Branch Out, Dubuque With Free Trees for Neighborhoods
Dubuque is expanding its Branching Out Dubuque program, offering free trees, mulch, and planting help to income-qualified residents citywide while growing a healthier urban forest.

Meet The Dubuque Fire Department's New Ladder Truck
There's a shiny new addition to our Dubuque fire department that you won't want to miss this Monday evening, February 2nd, 2026.

300 Million Gallons Of Poop Water Spill Into The Potomac River
The E. Coli numbers are almost 12,000 times higher than the safe limit.

Michaels Denies Rockett's Claims
The frontman hopes the band can hit the road in 2027.

Most Memorable MSG Moments
They call it the world's most famous arena for a reason.

Pantless Trespasser Asleep At German Retirement Home Turns Out To Be US Soldier
I've heard wild stories from people stationed in Germany. None of the stories I've heard ended with "and that's how I ended up in international newspapers."

Steven Tyler's Trial Moves Forward
In a legal victory, however, charges against Aerosmith's frontman in Oregon, Washington and Massachusetts were dismissed.

Does the Hall of Fame Have a Prog Rock Problem?
Many of the genre's biggest names are still awaiting their induction.

Wheaton, IL Native Hired to Lead the Cleveland Browns
A longtime college and NFL coach with deep Illinois roots is now tasked to lead the NFL's most dysfunctional franchise.

Most Nominated Film in Oscars History Playing at Dubuque Library
Carnegie-Stout Public Library is holding a free screening of one of the best movies of 2025.

Motley Crue Legal Victory
Guitarist is ordered to pay more than $750,000 in damages to his former band.

Ozzy Osbourne Grammy Tribute
An all-star lineup of rockers will celebrate the Prince of Darkness.

New Slash Interview
The guitar legend tells UCR he's excited about the new material they've been writing.

Springsteen's Anti-ICE Song
"It's dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good," the Boss said.

Dubuque Main Street Bar and Restaurant to Close Permanently
A longtime downtown Dubuque bar and restaurant, 1st & Main, has announced it will permanently close after years of slowing business and rising challenges.

Did You Know There's a Free Ice-Skating Rink in Dubuque?!
Dubuque has a free, lighted outdoor ice skating rink hiding in plain sight at Allison–Henderson Park, and it’s open to everyone all winter long.

Black Crowes 2026 Tour
Chris and Rich Robinson tell UCR what fans can expect from the upcoming shows.

15 Artists Worthy of Making the Next 'James Bond'
Any of these folks would do a bang-up job of composing a piece for the next 007 film.

Time to Show The Animals a Bit of Love at Dubuque's River Museum
Dubuque's National Mississippi River Museum’s River of Love campaign lets you send a Valentine to animals while supporting conservation and care efforts all year long.

Wilco Sets 2026 Tour Dates
Frontman Jeff Tweedy is also playing shows in support of his new triple-disc solo project.

Amazon Closing All of its Grocery Stores in Illinois
Both Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores will be closing nationwide.

Dubuque’s Grand Harbor Resort Will Become a Radisson Hotel
The staple resort in Dubuque is set to get a complete makeover.

Vintage Photos Show the Long-Gone Everyday Family Life of the 1970s
There’s something heartwarming about those candid 70s family photos that truly capture life as it was—messy, joyful, and authentic.

Why Divinyls’ ‘I Touch Myself’ Was More Than a ‘J— Off Song’
The taboo lead single from their 1991 album became an international hit.
