News Headlines for May 19, 2026
Iowa high school graduate remembered after tragic, fatal crash on May 17
A young Iowa woman who had just reached one of life’s brightest milestones died Sunday night after a two-vehicle crash, leaving her family, classmates and community grieving a sudden and heartbreaking loss.
Beloved Cookies, etc. returning to Mason City for sweet summer Saturdays
MASON CITY – More than a decade after a beloved cookie shop closed its doors in Mason City, the familiar taste of Cookies, etc. is making a sweet return.
Cookies, etc. announced May 15, 2026, that it will be back in Mason City this summer, serving customers every Saturday at the Mason City Farmers Market.
Women’s College Wrestling: Iowa State Cyclones begin to stack roster, add U17 World Champion Piper Fowler
AMES – The Iowa State women’s wrestling team signed its first student-athlete in program history Tuesday morning, inking William Penn transfer Piper Fowler, a 2023 U17 World Champion, 2026 NAIA national champion and 2026 U20 World Team member.
“Today is a historic day for Iowa State women’s wrestling signing our first student-athlete” head coach Alli St. John said. “As we have started to build out our roster, we made it a goal to bring in high-character women who strive to be NCAA and World Champions. Piper certainly fits that mold, and we are thrilled that she believes in our vision and has chosen to pursue her dreams as a Cyclone.”
Iowa suburb Ankeny named No. 4 best place to live in U.S. News ranking
ANKENY – Ankeny has been named one of the top places to live in the United States, earning the No. 4 national ranking in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026-2027 Best Places to Live list, the city announced Tuesday.
College Baseball: Iowa Hawkeyes down Illinois in Big Ten Tournament, 10-6
OMAHA, Neb. — The eighth-seeded University of Iowa baseball team rallied from an early four-run deficit to defeat No. 9 seed Illinois, 10-6, on Tuesday afternoon in the opening round of the Big Ten Tournament at Charles Schwab Field Omaha.
Northern Iowa suspect charged in felony drug case faces new arrest after trouble in jail
ESTHERVILLE – A north Iowa man already facing a string of felony drug and weapon charges in Emmet County was arrested again this month in Dickinson County, where court records show he now faces three new charges after an apparent jail altercation.
Worth supervisors approve Founder’s Day airport road closure, future hearings at May 18 meeting
NORTHWOOD – The Worth County Board of Supervisors approved an airport road closure request for Founder’s Day and set hearing dates tied to Drainage District #6 during its regular meeting on May 18, 2026.
Susan “Sue” Carlson, Mason City medical assistant remembered for compassion, strength and devotion to family
MASON CITY – Susan “Sue” Carlson, 72, of Mason City, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 18, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.
According to her obituary from Major Erickson Funeral Home and Crematory, a private service will be held at a later date.
Chicago thug gets 12 years in federal prison after pointing a gun at Iowa child
A Chicago man who authorities say brought a gun into an Iowa home invasion involving victims and a minor child has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison after again being caught illegally possessing a firearm.
Iowa farmers push ahead with planting as storms batter parts of state and rain helps young crops
DES MOINES – Iowa farmers made strong progress in the fields last week, even as severe storms brought hail, damaging winds and a tornado threat to parts of the state, according to the latest Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report.
The report, covering May 11-17, 2026, shows Iowa’s corn and soybean planting seasons are moving ahead of the five-year average, a positive sign for the state’s ag economy as farmers try to capitalize on timely fieldwork windows and favorable moisture.
U.S. 65 bridge project will close highway between Rockwell and Sheffield starting May 26
MASON CITY – Northern Iowa motorists who travel U.S. 65 between Rockwell and Sheffield will need to use a detour starting Tuesday, May 26, 2026, as crews begin a bridge replacement project over the West Fork of the Cedar River.
U.S. tightens economic pressure on Iran as threat of new military strikes hangs over war
WASHINGTON – The United States is escalating its economic campaign against Iran even as the threat of new military attacks continues to hang over the widening U.S.-Iran war.
On May 19, 2026, the U.S. State Department announced new sanctions against Iranian currency exchange houses, associated personnel, front companies and 19 vessels accused of helping Tehran evade international sanctions and move money from oil and petrochemical sales.
Robert “Bob” Jones, Rockford businessman, athlete and family man with a lifelong love of his hometown, remembered
ROCKFORD – Robert “Bob” David Jones, 79, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, at the Nora Springs Care Center after a battle with cancer, surrounded by his immediate family.
A visitation will be held Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Hauser Weishaar Funeral Home in Charles City.
Iowa man charged with murder after missing man’s remains found behind rest area
An Iowa man has been charged with first-degree murder after authorities say the remains of a man reported missing nearly three years ago were found buried behind a remote rest area.
Marge Milbrath, longtime Mason City Metalcraft employee remembered for friendly spirit, family meals and love of autumn
MASON CITY – Marge M. Milbrath, 84, of Mason City, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2026, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, surrounded by her family.
According to her obituary from Major Erickson Funeral Home and Crematory, cremation has taken place, and no services are planned at this time. She will be laid to rest at Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date.
Sub-Zero expansion in Cedar Rapids to bring hundreds of manufacturing jobs to Iowa
A major manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances is planning a $196 million expansion in Iowa, a project state leaders say will bring hundreds of jobs and strengthen the state’s role in American manufacturing.
Sub-Zero Group, Inc. plans to expand its Cedar Rapids manufacturing facility with an approximately 225,000-square-foot building addition. The project is expected to create 312 jobs, including 115 jobs incented at a qualifying wage of $30.41 per hour.
The project also fits into a broader national push to grow manufacturing inside the United States. President Donald Trump has made reshoring and domestic production a centerpiece of his economic agenda, using tariffs, tax policy, investment incentives and “Made in America” messaging to encourage companies to build, expand and produce more goods on U.S. soil.
Mason City schools to enter five-year exclusive program agreement with Decker Sports
MASON CITY – Mason City Community Schools is entering into a five-year exclusive athletic apparel and equipment program agreement with Decker Sports, a Mason City-based sporting goods company that also has done business with Forest City schools.
The agreement, titled “Decker Sports – Exclusive All School Program,” is between Decker Sports and Mason City Community Schools. The term of the agreement begins July 1, 2026, and runs through June 30, 2031. It will be considered at Monday’s school board meeting.
The agreement includes financial benefits for the district. Mason City schools will receive $5,000 cash up front for the initial year of the term, followed by $5,000 each additional year.
North Iowa man sentenced after deputies raid house twice in narcotics investigations
ARLINGTON – A Northern Iowa man with a drug conviction dating back to the 1990s has been sentenced after authorities say deputies raided his Fayette County home twice in less than a month during narcotics investigations.
Mason City schools eye higher substitute pay, with long-term teacher subs up to $205 per day
MASON CITY – The Mason City Community School District is looking to boost substitute pay for the 2026-27 school year, including a proposed schedule that would pay substitute teachers up to $205 per day for long-term work.
Barry Huntsinger remembered for life in Estherville, broadcasting, business and family
ESTHERVILLE – Barry R. Huntsinger, a lifelong Estherville resident whose career reached from local newsrooms and radio stations to financial planning and community service, passed away May 5, 2026, at Avera Holy Family Hospital. He was 83.
Rosenboom expansion in Milford to bring 78 decent-paying manufacturing jobs to Northern Iowa
MILFORD – A Northern Iowa manufacturing company is planning a major expansion in Milford, bringing new investment and dozens of decent-paying jobs to the region.
Rosenboom Machine & Tool, Inc. plans to acquire and build out a new facility in Milford as part of a $19.07 million capital investment. The project is expected to create 78 jobs, with the incented jobs carrying a qualifying wage of $25.54 per hour.
Waterloo man with prior driving convictions allegedly caught speeding with drugs near Dike
Authorities said the suspect was charged with possession with intent to deliver marijuana, a Class D felony; failure to affix a drug tax stamp, a Class D felony; possession of a controlled substance, a serious misdemeanor; and possession of drug paraphernalia, a simple misdemeanor.
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