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News Headlines for March 2, 2026
Homeland Security claims “historic progress” in clearing illegals from America
WASHINGTON – Under the leadership of President Donald Trump and Secretary Kristi Noem, Homeland Security claims to be restoring the rule of law, delivering the most secure border ever, removing dangerous illegal aliens, creating safer communities, strengthening cyber defense, fixing disaster response, launching initiatives that are reshaping American travel, and making America safer for generations to come.
Rep. Shannon Latham offers update on status of bills still under consideration in the Iowa Legislature
“Two headline-making bills that were passed by the Iowa House of Representatives in week seven of the 2026 legislative session include improving election laws and requiring commercial drivers to demonstrate English proficiency,” Rep. Latham said.
OBIT: Janice E. Stowe
Janice Elaine Stowe, formerly of Rockford, Iowa, received her wings on February 24, 2026, passing away peacefully in Oro Valley, Arizona, at the beautiful age of 77. A funeral service will be held at First Covenant Church in Mason City, Iowa at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Women’s College Basketball: No. 9 Iowa 81, Wisconsin 52
MADISON, Wis. – Behind a dominant double-double from center Ava Heiden and a stifling second-half defensive performance, the No. 9 Iowa Hawkeyes cruised to an 81-52 victory over Wisconsin at the Kohl Center on Sunday afternoon.
Women’s College Basketball: Iowa State Cyclones defeat Kansas State, 93-79
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Iowa State (22-8, 10-8 Big 12) took down Kansas State (15-16, 8-10 Big 12) in Bramlage Coliseum on Sunday afternoon, 93-79. The win secures the first-round bye in the 2026 Phillips 66 Big 12 Tournament as ISU will be the No. 7 seed in Kansas City.
UNI men’s basketball cruises to 75-53 win at Drake
DES MOINES – UNI men’s basketball’s defense stepped up to the plate on Sunday afternoon with 15 forced turnovers while holding Drake to 31% shooting as the Panthers rolled to a 75-53 road win over the Bulldogs inside the Knapp Center in Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) action.
Three U.S. service members killed in Iran retaliation
TAMPA, FLORIDA – U.S. Central Command has reported this morning that three American soldiers have died, and others hurt, in retaliation strikes from Iran after yesterday’s devastating onslaught from U.S. and Israeli forces.
OBIT: Christeven Neil Schwarck
After a remarkably, almost unbelievably, full life, Christeven Neil Schwarck died peacefully at 92 years of age on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at MercyONE in Mason City, Iowa, in a room filled with family and friends while thoughts and prayers flowed in from near and far. A celebration of his life will take place at the Surf Ballroom at 460 N Shore Dr in Clear Lake on Saturday, March 7, from 12:30-2:00 p.m. with a meal to follow.
OBIT: Keyona L. Johnson
Keyona Lynetta Johnson, 48, of Mason City, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Major Erickson Funeral Home.
OBIT: Lorraine B. French
Lorraine Beverly (Stalker) French, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 27, 2026 while being lovingly cared for by her children during her 94th birthday celebration week. Up until the very end Lorraine maintained her kindness, grace, compassion, love of her family, friends and expressed gratitude for her long and full life. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 6, 2026 at the Clear Lake United Methodist Church.
Police find multiple deceased persons in Mason City house
MASON CITY – Police in Mason City say that at least three dead people were found inside a Mason City residence, an area that has been the subject of numerous complaints to a paralyzed city hall over the years for horrible living conditions.
Women’s College Basketball: UNI Panthers defeat UIC Flames, 82-68
CEDAR FALLS – UNI women’s basketball hosted the UIC Flames on a day celebrating the jersey retirement of Jacqui Kalin. UNI scored first and never lost the lead as Taryn Wharton scored a career-high 22 points to lift UNI over UIC, 82-68, in a matchup with postseason implications.
Brave American forces deliver evil Iranian thug Khamenei to gates of hell
TEHRAN, IRAN – President Donald Trump today unleashed withering strikes upon the evil thugs that have ruled the backwards nation of Iran for decades, and Ali Hosseini Khamenei and his minions are now begging Jesus for forgiveness after summoning karma lo these many years.
City of Ames battles Henkel Construction over bad concrete
AMES – A project slated for completion years ago in this liberal college town somehow went awry, and city hall had to battle big-shot hometown construction company Henkel for years to wrangle some sort of just outcome to end the drama.
Protected: Chicago murder suspect nabbed in Iowa
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Iowa economic development board approves big bucks for companies and projects aimed at quality-of-life and innovation
DES MOINES —The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Board this week approved millions of dollars in awards for five companies, which will allegedly assist in the creation of 536 jobs and result in $268.2 million in new capital investment for the state.
Protected: Northern Iowa woman desperately flees cops, ends up in a cage
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Women’s College Basketball: UNI Panthers defeat Valparaiso, 92-54
CEDAR FALLS – UNI women’s basketball hosted the Valparaiso Beacons inside the McLeod Center on February 26. It was difficult for either team to establish a pace and rhythm in the matchup, with 48 combined fouls hindering the offensive flow UNI was able to capitalize and, with the help of four double-figure performances, came out ahead of the Beacons, 92-54.
Gov. Reynolds signs bill increasing state aid to public schools by $82 million
DES MOINES — Thursday, Governor Kim Reynolds signed an education funding bill that pours $82 million extra into Iowa’s public schools.
Women’s College Basketball: No. 9 Iowa 82, Illinois 78
IOWA CITY – On a night defined by milestones and a continued mastery of their home court, the No. 9 Iowa Hawkeyes outlasted a gritty Illinois squad 82-78 on Thursday night. The victory secured a near-perfect home record for the season and cemented Head Coach Jan Jensen’s place in the program’s history books.
Trump Administration pushes law to protect Americans from inept, dangerous illegal alien truckers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – America’s roads are crawling with inept, confused, and dangerous illegal alien truckers thanks to vampires like Gavin Newsom of California, who allowed one of them to get licensed and smash into an innocent child, but President Donald Trump’s administration is fighting to keep you from being permanently disfigured or killed by these criminals.
Northern Iowa man snared by nationwide law enforcement effort after heinous acts on children
GRUNDY CENTER – This Northern Iowa dweller has been prowling kids for years, cops across the nation say, and now he is shocked to find himself in the crosshairs of justice.
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