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Your Childhood Is Being Discontinued: The Iconic Freezer Staple Gone After 80 Years
Minute Maid is discontinuing its frozen canned juices after 80 years. They're how everyone made OJ and lemonade pre-millennium.

One Last Heart Album?
She also gave a progress update on the long-discussed Heart biopic.

Hidden Gems Of Illinois Innovation That Deserve The Spotlight
Illinois isn’t just about deep dish pizza and blues; it’s also the birthplace of some pretty remarkable inventions that shaped everyday life.

Counting Crows SNL Ban
The band's Adam Duritz explains why it was a key moment for their career.

Micky Dolenz Tour Kickoff
The singer was in fine voice as he tore through a whopping 32 songs.

New Iowa Bike Safety Bill Gets Backlash From Cyclists
Not everyone is on board with a new bill in Iowa.

This Illinois Church Has Been Standing Since 1699
A 300-year-old church in Cahokia, Illinois, ties to Lewis and Clark and remains active today with tours, weddings, and weekly Latin Mass.

These Everyday Photos Show Life in the 1990s as It Really Was
The modem screeched, the mall was the hangout spot, and your entire digital life fit on a floppy disk. Welcome back to everyday life in the 1990s.

11 Wild Facts True Texas Roadhouse Fans Should Know
Whether you are a seasoned Texas Roadhouse veteran or a steak-eating newcomer to the brand, here are 11 wild facts you'll want to know.

Gene Simmons Doubles Down on Controversial Rap ‘Ghetto’ Comments
The Kiss star has repeatedly expressed his dislike for the Rock Hall's induction of hip-hop legends.

Wisconsin Included in Massive 650,000 Pound Tater Tot Recall
Wisconsin food service operations are impacted by a 650,000-pound tater tot recall after small plastic fragments were found in bulk products distributed to 28 states.

Dubuque Firefighters Knock Down Recycling Blaze on Radford Road
Dubuque firefighters quickly contained a large recycling pile fire Thursday afternoon at Ditmer Recycling, preventing damage to the building and avoiding injuries.

Sebastian Bach 2026 Interview
The former Skid Row vocalist previews his upcoming shows in an interview with UCR and offers an update on possible new music.

25 of Rock's Best Breakup Albums
Parting ways is never easy, but this music may help you through.

Teenage Olympic Skier Has Special Connection to Sundown Mountain in Dubuque
Tallulah Proulx lived in Iowa and skied in Dubuque, before competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics.

March 2026's New Music Releases
Here's a preview of upcoming albums from Rush, the Black Crowes, Van Halen and Foreigner's Lou Gramm, among others.

Surveillance Footage Catches Bizarre Heist Where Guy Used A Fork Lift AND A Donkey
A video has come out after a jewelry store break-in, or heist if you will, where a guy got in and stole 150g worth of gold jewelry.

45 Retro Valentines That Will Transport You Back to Grade School
Some things just have a way of transporting you back to your childhood.

Grant County Faces Debate Over Billion-Dollar Data Center
A proposed $1 billion data center in Grant County may boost jobs but could increase local energy costs and strain infrastructure.

Rush's 'Moving Pictures' at 45
The 1981 album marked several crucial turning points for the band.

One Dead, Dozens Injured in Iowa Lakes Community College Bus Crash
The Iowa Lakes Community College baseball team was involved in a deadly rollover bus accident.

Dubuque Rapper Red Washington is Taking Over with His Talents
Red Washington will be performing at the Aquarius Bash at the Dubuque County Fairgrounds.

Illinois Lawmakers Push New Fees on Fire Pits and Grocery Bags
Illinois lawmakers are considering bills that add new fees for open burning permits and grocery bags, raising concerns about affordability and government overreach.

250 Iowa National Guard Members Have Made It Home From Deployment
Last week, we reported that 250 Iowa National Guard members were deployed in the Middle East would be returning home. Yesterday, they did.
