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What Are the ‘Big 4′ of Weed Songs?
Marijuana and rock music have a long history together.

Illinois Mom Warns Parents About TikTok Prank
An Illinois mom shares how a viral TikTok prank led to confusion, concern, and a full Mama Bear reaction after her daughter received a bizarre phone call.

Watch Phish Honor Joe Walsh at the Sphere
They performed a special cover for the Eagles rocker, who was sitting in the crowd.

Thomas Dolby 2026 Interview
The synth legend also tells UCR about working with Jerry Garcia and Bob Weir.

Illinois Singles May Face Higher Cancer Risk, Study Finds
Interesting findings from a new study suggest that marriage might offer more than just companionship—it's also a shield against health risks like cancer.
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Outdoor Miniature Golf Season Has Returned to Eastern Iowa [GALLERY]
Now that spring is here and summer is on the way, outdoor mini-golf courses all over Eastern Iowa are beginning to open for the season! Check out some of the courses that have already opened, and others that will be opening soon!

Trader Joe’s Settlement: Illinoisans May Qualify For $102 Payment
A big shake-up at Trader Joe's as they settle a class action over receipt issues — this might affect more shoppers than you think.

Scorpions' 2026 Tour of India Canceled
It's reportedly due to "unforeseen medical circumstances affecting the band members."

A New Duet With Paul and Ringo Is on the Way
It will appear on McCartney's upcoming album 'The Boys of Dungeon Lane.'

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.

David Lee Roth Brings Back Rare Van Halen Gem on Opening Night of 2026 Tour
He also reportedly covered Billy Joel's 'New York State of Mind.'

More Than Morels: Iowa’s Spring Mushroom Season
Morel season in Iowa is here, but there’s more in the woods than just morels. Learn about golden oysters, puffballs, and chicken of the woods.

Remembering Dan Fogelberg
Legendary photographer Henry Diltz and former bandmates look back at the singer-songwriter's long career.

When Three Dog Night's 'Joy to the World' Hit No. 1
It made the song's writer, Hoyt Axton, and his mom, Mae Axton, the first parent/child combination to each have a No. 1 hit on the singles chart.

New Frank Zappa Album Brings Rare Tracks From the Past
Vaulternative Records returns with a set of 1966 songs from around the time of the Mothers of Invention's debut.

Iron Maiden Won't Attend HOF
According to a new statement from the band's manager, "the fans always come first."

Record Store Day Rock Releases
This annual indy retail event first took place on April 19, 2008, yet it still finds ways to surprise and delight.

Cream's Expanded 'Wheels of Fire' Reissue
This was the fiery supergroup's only U.S. chart-topping album.

Iowa's 10 Longest-Running, Most Wanted Sex Offenders
A look at Iowa’s longest-running absconders on the sex offender registry, ranked by how long they’ve been out of compliance with registration requirements.

Iowa Hands-Free Law Enforcement Brings In Nearly $100K in 5 Days
Iowa’s hands-free driving law is already making a major impact, with nearly $100,000 in fines issued during a five-day enforcement campaign across the state.

Kiss Kruise in Las Vegas, 2026 Dates
While it's not an actual cruise, it does mean the band, unmasked, will play live together.

New Wave Big 4
With so many legendary bands in the genre, the decision isn't easy.

New Collective Soul Interview
Ed Roland tells UCR how they honored the Cars, XTC and other innovators of the time period with Touch and Go, which will be released on Record Store Day.

Exclusive Premiere: Hear Paul Rodgers on Hillbilly Vegas’ Raucous ‘Mr. Midnight’
The Southern rockers and Bad Company legend tell UCR how the collaboration took shape.
