- Protected: Law enforcement chase Mason City man through town, catch him after he abandons car and it rolls into creek
- Protected: Mason City man feds say was on drugs sentenced to prison for lying about drug use to buy an AK-47-style rifle
- Protected: Two Northern Iowa women dead in auto collision
News Headlines for July 5, 2026
Gun scare at Clear Lake July Fourth carnival leads to arrest of Mason City man
CLEAR LAKE — A Mason City man whose name surfaced years ago in NIT coverage of alleged juvenile gang activity is now accused of bringing fresh chaos to one of Clear Lake’s biggest public celebration of the year.
Darrius Rayshawn Bolden, 25, was arrested late Saturday, July 4, 2026, after police say a handgun was displayed during a fight near the city’s downtown park, where thousands had gathered for July Fourth festivities.
Iowa man charged with murdering his mother
An Iowa man is accused of shooting and killing his own mother inside the rural home they shared.
Northern Iowa woman accused of drunk driving, child endangerment and assault
MASON CITY — A northern Iowa woman accused of drunk driving, putting a child at substantial risk and assaulting a person in a protected occupation has pleaded not guilty and is potentially headed toward trial.
Juvenile dead in suburban Iowa shooting
A suburban Iowa shooting left a juvenile dead late Saturday, July 4, 2026, after police say an argument at a large party ended with a handgun being fired.
Five Injured in Personal Watercraft Collision on Clear Lake
CLEAR LAKE — Five people, including four minors, were injured Saturday evening after two personal watercraft collided on Clear Lake near the McIntosh boat ramp in Cerro Gordo County.
Iowa farmer killed in tragic skid loader accident
An Iowa man was killed in a tragic farm accident last week after becoming trapped by a skid loader while working alone on his farm.
Rockwell police nab young driver going 70 in newly marked 45 mph zone
ROCKWELL — Police in this small Northern Iowa town are reminding drivers to slow down after a young motorist was nabbed traveling 70 mph in a 45 mph zone on Madison Street.
Rural Little Turkey woman Sharon Landa, 89, passes away as family prepares to honor her life
RURAL LITTLE TURKEY — Sharon Marvella Landa, 89, of rural Little Turkey, Iowa, passed away Monday, June 30, 2026.
A rosary will be held at 8:45 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2026, at Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, 3303 160th Street, Lawler.
Northern Iowa police sting targeting child predators nets 14 arrests since January
A long-running police operation targeting child exploitation has led to 14 arrests since January and more than 50 arrests since the effort began in 2024, authorities said.
Iowa 3 closure between Clarion and Goldfield delayed until July 20 for bridge replacement
CLARION — A planned road closure on Iowa Highway 3 between Clarion and Goldfield has been delayed and is now expected to begin Monday, July 20, 2026, as crews prepare to replace the bridge over Eagle Creek.
The Iowa Department of Transportation said the closure is expected to remain in place until November 15, weather permitting.
MacNider Art Museum opens 50th Area Show celebrating regional artists
MASON CITY — The Charles H. MacNider Art Museum has opened Area Show: 50, bringing together selected works from artists across North Central Iowa and Southern Minnesota.
Northern Iowa motorcyclist killed in Waterloo crash identified as Marcus Porter
WATERLOO — A Northern Iowa motorcyclist was killed this week in Waterloo when the bike crashed into a median.
Tragic Iowa rollover crash ejects woman and toddler from pickup pulling camper on I-80
A tragic Iowa rollover crash sent three people to the hospital, including a 23-month-old girl who was flown to University of Iowa Children’s Hospital after being ejected from a pickup on Interstate 80.
Jeff and Lori Otto of Otto’s Oasis honored as NIACC June entrepreneurs of the month
MASON CITY — A Charles City couple who turned a hometown opportunity into nearly two decades of business growth has been named the June 2026 Entrepreneur of the Month by the NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC.
Jeff and Lori Otto, owners of Otto’s Oasis in Charles City, received the recognition for their work growing and adapting the longtime local business, which operates as a full-service florist, greenhouse, landscaping company and gift shop.
Mason City senior housing project collapses after developer pulls out over $1 million funding gap
MASON CITY — A planned 45-unit senior housing development near the Northbridge area of Mason City is now not expected to move forward after the developer determined there was an approximately $1 million gap between available funding and the cost to complete the project.
According to a June 30, 2026, memorandum from Mason City Development Services Director Steven J. Van Steenhuyse to City Administrator Aaron Burnett, Horizon Development Group, Inc. informed city staff last week that it was withdrawing from the project.
Iowa dog breeder accused of deplorable conditions as 32 dogs are seized after court order
Dozens of dogs were seized from an Iowa dog breeder after federal and state inspectors gained court-ordered access to the facility and reported numerous alleged animal welfare violations.
The U.S. Department of Justice said 32 dogs were seized Tuesday, June 30, 2026, from a dog breeding facility operated by Wuanita Swedlund in Farmington, Iowa. The dogs were placed in a local animal shelter.
Northern Iowa meth dealer who tried to bust out of jail gets 25 years in federal prison
A desperate Iowa methamphetamine dealer who tried to escape from custody before sentencing has been handed a long federal prison term.
Two motorists killed in wrong-way crash on Highway 20 in Northern Iowa
Two motorists were killed Tuesday in a wrong-way crash on Highway 20 in Northern Iowa, according to the Iowa State Patrol.
According to the Iowa Department of Transportation, 139 people have died in Iowa traffic crashes so far in 2026 as of Thursday, July 2.
Pet owners warned after FDA reports rise in accidental Apoquel Chewable overdoses
Pet owners are being urged to safely store a commonly prescribed dog medication after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration reported an increase in accidental overdoses involving Apoquel Chewable, a flavored prescription medicine used to treat itching and allergic skin disease in dogs.
Reynolds creates Iowa Medicaid fraud task force led by Attorney General Brenna Bird
DES MOINES — Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed Executive Order 20 on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, creating a new Iowa Medicaid Fraud Elimination Task Force aimed at rooting out fraud, waste and abuse in the state’s Medicaid program.
Averil Merritt, 90, of Mason City, remembered for preschool work, faith and service
MASON CITY — Averil H. Merritt, a Mason City woman remembered for her work with preschool children, her devotion to family and her quiet service to others, has died.
Merritt died Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at her home. She was 90.
A funeral service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2026, at First Covenant Church.
Clear Lake woman Mary Hill, 82, passes away after life of faith, family and kindness
CLEAR LAKE — Mary Esther Hill, 82, of Clear Lake, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Concord Care Center in Garner.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 310 First Avenue North in Clear Lake.
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