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Sammy Hagar Kicks Off 2026 Summer Tour: Video, Set List
Hagar treated his adopted hometown of St. Louis to a hit-packed 19-song set.

The Doobie Brothers and Santana Launch 2026 Summer Tour: Video and Set List
The rock legends will spend the next two months touring North America together.

Rush Add Three Tour Debuts to Fourth Reunion Show: Set List and Video
The show included the first performance of "A Farewell to Kings" since 1979.

Rare Billy Thorpe Album Returns
The legendary space rock opera has been reissued for the first time in more than 30 years. UCR shares the story of how it happened.

The 40 Best Drum Intros in Rock History
Get out your air drumsticks and get ready to play along with everyone from Twisted Sister to Paul Simon.

The Weirdest + Funniest City Names in Every State
We combed through list after list of the oddest, strangest and somewhat naughty-sounding town names in every state to create a definitive collection complete with unbelievable facts about each location.

City of Dubuque Launches Public Input Process for Data Centers
The City of Dubuque is seeking community feedback before drafting regulations for potential future data centers, with public meetings and surveys expected in the coming weeks.

Iowa Parents; Read Before You Buy That Viral Squishy Dumpling Toy
The viral squishy dumpling toy craze is reaching Iowa families, but safety concerns over counterfeit versions have parents taking a closer look.

Keep Northern Illinois' Ticks Out Of Your Yard With These Plants
Tick season is upon us, folks! Discover how some local gardeners are turning to nature to fend off these unwelcome guests this year.

Nicko McBrain Book Tour
The drummer will release 'Hello Boys and Girls!' in October.

Carly Simon to Release New Album This August
It's her first album of all original songs since 2008.

Cheap Trick Has Canceled or Rescheduled Seven June Concerts
These were headlining shows originally scheduled after a string of shared dates with Styx.

Iowa Will Migrate State Data to Amazon’s Cloud Services
The migration is estimate save Iowa over $500 million over the next decade.
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10 General Stores to Visit During Your Travels Through Iowa [PHOTOS]
There's nothing like a good, old-fashioned general store! Here are ten of the general stores across the state that you can stop and shop during your next Iowa road trip!

Las Margarrita’s New Soft-Serve Margaritas Will Be Your Summer Addiction
The Main Street restaurant in Dubuque recently introduced these viral concoctions to their menu.

Rush Plays 'Moving Pictures'
They also played the 'Signals' hit "New World Man" for the first time in over 20 years.
Hidden Water Adventure Lake in Illinois
Looking for a new family day trip in Illinois? This unique Crystal Lake destination offers wakeboarding, an inflatable water park, beach fun, and more.

Discover Iowa’s State Parks Passport Adventure
Explore Iowa’s stunning state parks through the Passport program and earn rewards while hiking caves, bluffs, forests, and scenic hidden gems across the state.

This Unique Illinois Brewery Is Turning Heads Nationwide
One Illinois brewery is gaining national attention after being named among America's best brewpubs thanks to its creative craft beers and food.

This Wisconsin Airbnb Lets You Sleep In Your Favorite Movie Scenes
This Airbnb, located on a Wisconsin lake, is no ordinary rental - step into a world where pop culture reigns supreme.

Exclusive: Kansas’ Phil Ehart on His New Book: ‘I Never Had the Time To Sit Down and Look at My Life’
The book includes fascinating stories about the Kansas star's early encounters with Jim Morrison, Jerry Garcia and Janis Joplin.

The Moment When Jeff Beck’s Dreams Appeared to Be Over: Book Excerpt
Here's a sneak peek at Steve Rosen's latest, 'The Original Punk – Jeff Beck Stories: From Yardbird to the Guitar Shop.'

Chicagoland Spot Named As The Best Outlet Mall In America
Who knew outlet malls would become the go-to spots for shoppers? The Fashion Outlets of Chicago are drawing crowds like never before, and there's a good reason why.

12 Illinois Lakes Where You Can Cool Off This Weekend
There are a dozen lakes in Illinois that would be great options to cool off at this weekend.
