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How Max Yasgur Made Woodstock Possible
Max Yasgur was reportedly pro-Vietnam War, but he still saw the value and importance of the three-day festival in upstate New York.

Neil Peart's Widow Supported Anika Nilles
Message helped her focus on performing, and to worry less about the icon she was replacing.

Rush's 'Spinal Tap' Style Opening Night
Nerves, fog and a dropped drumstick all marred the opening song on their first night.

Earth, Wind and Fire Drummer Remains in Coma
Band provides updates after drummer John Paris suffered a “critical medical emergency” several days ago.

Big-Name Chain Stores + Restaurants Closing Locations in 2026
Some of the chains will close a handful of locations while others are ceasing operations entirely.

New Foghat Live Album
The legendary blues-rock band also has upcoming tour dates that will keep them on the road through 2027.

Kroger Closes Grocery Stores in Illinois and Wisconsin
The major supermarket chain has closed at least three dozen stores across the country, including some in Illinois and Wisconsin.

Why Rikki Rockett Expected a Fight When He Met Lars Ulrich
Poison's Rikki Rockett showed up to the Rainbow one rare night out and ran straight into Metallica's Lars Ulrich, the guy the press said he was supposed to hate.

Rock's Biggest Fall 2026 Tours
Here's a look ahead to concert appearances by more than 80 huge acts.

Illinois Shoppers: Reese’s and Almond Joy Ice Cream Bars Recalled
A recall has been announced for two popular ice cream bar products sold under the Reese's and Almond Joy brand names.

Wisconsin Named One Of America's Best States To Live
Wisconsin ranks third among America's best states to live in, while neighboring Illinois comes in 18th based on affordability, economy, safety and more.

New Artimus Pyle Interview
The legendary Southern rock drummer looks back and also tells UCR what fans can expect from his upcoming concerts.

Iowa Cities Rethink Street Rules as E-Bikes and Scooters Spread
As e-bikes, scooters and other recreational vehicles become more common on Iowa streets, cities are reconsidering old rules and even exploring parental responsibility for violations.

Everything You Need to Know About Tonight’s Field of Dreams Game
The Phillies and Twins meet tonight in Dyersville. Here’s what residents, visitors and baseball fans need to know about the game, traffic, parking and weather plans.

Flock Cameras are Being Vandalized All Around Iowa
While the vandalism of Flock cameras is happening nationwide, Iowa is experiencing a recent uptick.

24 Childhood Dinners We Miss
Meatloaf, Chef Boyardee on bread, pigs in a blanket — the meals we complained about at the dinner table are exactly what we miss most now.

38 Special's New 2026 Tour Dates
These dates are in support of 'Milestone,' their first studio album in more than 20 years.

What MLB Players are Saying Ahead of the Field of Dreams Game
Kyle Schwarber and Phillies manager Don Mattingly weigh in on the experience of playing in Dyersville.

Engelbert Humperdinck Covers Kiss and Rock Legends on New Album ‘Faithfully’
Engelbert Humperdinck covering Kiss with Rick Wakeman on piano is not a sentence anyone expected to read in 2026, but here we are.

John Mellencamp Closes Summer Tour in Bay Area: Videos, Set List
He's been revisiting many of his best-known hits for the first time in years.

Hollywood Vampires Launch Tour
It marked the supergroup's first show in over three years.

Micky Dolenz Extends Monkees Tour
He appeared on every tour and album before becoming the group's last surviving member.

Illinois Player Wins Billion-Dollar Powerball Jackpot
The past month's drawings have rolled over, and now someone's life is going to completely change.

Blackmore Reunites With Deep Purple
Co-founder joined the group for a special rendition of "Smoke on the Water."
