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Jo Daviess County Sheriff Shares St. Paddy's Day Warning
The Jo Daviess County Sheriff warns drivers this St. Patrick’s Day: drink, smoke, or go impaired, and the law won’t be your lucky charm.

Remembering Boston's Tommy DeCarlo
He passed away on the same date as the legendary frontman he'd originally replaced.

Explore the Beautiful 100-Foot Fresh Spring in Guttenberg
Big Springs Nature Park in Guttenberg, Iowa is a small but stunning stop along the Great River Road, featuring a bubbling natural spring and cascading limestone stream.

REO Speedwagon 2026 Reunion Concert
"Good things are happening," Bruce Hall shared with fans following the special performance.

Up-and-Coming Country Singers to Perform at the Dubuque County Fair
The fairgrounds announced that Dylan Marlowe and Atlus will be taking the stage at the Dubuque County Fair in 2026.

Steve Winwood Joins John Fogerty Tour
Major stops include Atlantic City, Boston, Chicago and Miami, among others.

Dubuque-Area Nonprofits to Receive Record-Breaking Grant
A record $5.9 million will be distributed to nonprofits in Dubuque.

Jon Anderson 2026 Tour Dates
The former Yes frontman adds 16 additional concerts with the Band Geeks, including a second leg for the U.S.

Free Meal And Half Price Tickets For Ms. Pat When You Seize The Deal
We've got the deal you need to see this show! If you Seize The Deal, you'll get two tickets to Ms. Pat at Rhythm City Casino PLUS a $50 meal voucher for just $65.

Who Are the ‘Big 4′ of Sunset Strip Bands?
The scene birthed some of the biggest acts in rock history.

Massive Bottled Water Recall Now Issued In Wisconsin, Illinois
Sanitary concerns prompted the recall of over 650,000 products.

Country Joe McDonald Dies
The psychedelic rock pioneer was one of '60s counterculture's loudest voices.

Hidden Wisconsin Spot Named One of the Most Outrageous Restaurants in the US
A Milwaukee, Wisconsin restaurant called SafeHouse has been named one of the most outrageous restaurants in the US by Yelp.

Illinois Erases $1.1 Billion in Medical Debt for 500k+ Families
More than half a million Illinois families are waking up to life-changing news: their medical debt is gone.

Zakk Wylde 2026 Interview
"You realize how many people have so many beautiful memories attached to these songs, and what the music means to them," the guitarist tells UCR.

Black Label Society Covers Ozzy
They haven't played this one in over 20 years.


Illinois Could Get Tariff Refund Checks… Maybe?
A recent Supreme Court ruling has left many in Illinois wondering about a financial windfall—could families be in line for a surprise refund?

FBI Warns Illinois Residents of 2 Fake Agents
FBI in Illinois are warning there are two fake agents pretending to be them.

Hungry Illinois Thief Caught Stealing Pizza Puffs And Deodorant
A hungry man, a grocery store he shouldn’t be in, and a courtroom outburst—just another day in the neighborhood.

Woman Caught In The Act At Wisconsin Park
Stoughton residents faced an unusual dilemma as a local woman turned their beloved park into her personal restroom. What happened next is quite the story.

How Steve Vai Helped Create a New Version of Van Halen’s ‘Jump’
The guitar virtuoso tells UCR about the 'bold steps' that they took on the updated classic for FIFA World Cup 2026

Will You Be Getting A “Peanut Butter” Raise In 2026?
In just a few years, pay raises are on the horizon, but don’t expect a windfall. Let’s break down what’s in store for 2026.

Cooper / Angel Vegas Kickoff
After 50-plus years and thousands of shows, the shock-rock legend is still shaking things up.
