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Why a Loose Light Bulb Could Be Sign to Lock All Of Your Doors
A security expert says there could be more to the story than a faulty light fixture.
Caught on Camera: The Wildest and Funniest Animal Photos of 2024
The 2024 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards reveal the hilarious side of nature, with a flailing squirrel taking the top prize and plenty of giggles along the way.
Festive to Controversial: Look Back at Starbucks Holiday Cups
Despite controversies popping up every few years, Starbucks continues to crank out new holiday designs every November and December.
Iowa Travel to be Impacted Heavily by Weather Through the Weekend
Iowa Travel to be Impacted Heavily by Weather Through the Weekend
Watch John Mulaney’s Steely Dan References Confuse ‘Fallon’ Crowd
'The Tonight Show' crowd didn't seem familiar with the band.
What Cookies Will Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Leave For Santa?
Delve into the sweet world of Christmas cookies and the top trending ones for Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Which are you leaving out for Santa?
Top 20 AC/DC Songs Never Played Live
As the band prepares for its 2025 North American tour, UCR engages in a little wishful thinking.
Santa's Little Helper is Capone, Dubuque's Pet of the Week
Dubuque Regional Humane Society's pet of the week is Capone, presented by Finnin Kia.
The Story of Led Zeppelin’s Final Single
World Cup soccer inspired the band to make a bold move into new territory.
Reissue Roundup: Fall Sets From the Beatles, Tom Petty and More
The best box sets, expanded albums and archival editions from the past three months.
Why Tom Petty’s ‘Long After Dark’ Still Feels Very Current
"It's like the medicine that Tom left behind for us," Adria Petty tells UCR.
A Hallmark Movie Set in Iowa Actually Wasn’t Filmed in the State
"Christmas in Homestead" is set in a small, unincorporated Iowa community.
More Cases of Bird Flu Found in Iowa Turkey Flock, Cattle Impacted Too
Bird Flu has been found in Iowa, leading to a disaster proclamation from the governor.
Could Iowa Pass a ‘Hands-Free Driving’ Law in 2025?
Legislature on the issue has stalled since 2019, but now a new coalition is stepping up.
New Christmas Trend Will Brighten Your Holiday (and Hallway)
If you're someone that really gets into holiday trends and decor, you're going to LOVE this.
Tommy Shaw Says Damn Yankees ‘Wasn’t Meant to Be Forever’
He explains how Ted Nugent's "big personality" kept things "spicy" in the supergroup.
Bill Wyman ‘Wasn’t Crazy’ About Guesting on Rolling Stones Album
Former bassist says he only played on “Live by the Sword” because it featured late bandmate Charlie Watts.
A Look Ahead to 2025’s New Music Releases
Eric Clapton, Genesis, Ringo Starr, Thin Lizzy, and Dream Theater are among those with new LPs on the way.
The Cure Have Two More Albums on the Way
Robert Smith hints at the reason why it took 16 years to deliver latest record ‘Songs of a Lost World.’
Did You Realize How Long It Takes to Grow a Christmas Tree?
The amount of time it takes to grow a real Christmas tree might surprise people who have grown accustomed to seeing loaded tree lots pop up every year around the holidays.
10 Video Games That Surprisingly Feature Iowa
From global espionage to a field everyone wants to play baseball on — check out Iowa's mark on the gaming world with these 10 titles.
KFC Turns Chicken Bucket Lid Into Playable Vinyl Record
Is it a chicken bucket lid? Is it a vinyl record? How about both?
Iowans Entitled to Refunds from Fortnite & Epic Games Finally Coming From a Settlement
Iowans Owed Money From Epic Games Settlement Finally Getting Paid says FTC
Cats and Holiday Travel: How Long Is Too Long to Leave Them Alone?
Finding the right balance between leaving your cat alone for just the right amount of time during your holiday travels is key to keeping Fluffy happy, healthy, and stress-free at home.