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UPDATE: Fire that damaged Monona County Fairgrounds grandstand is being investigated as suspected arson case
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January 29, 2026 at 2:19 AM
UPDATE: Fire that damaged Monona County Fairgrounds grandstand is being investigated as suspected arson case
READ THE LATEST >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/29/reports-fire-breaks-out-monona-county-ia-fairgrounds/
READ THE LATEST >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/29/reports-fire-breaks-out-monona-county-ia-fairgrounds/
Reports: Fire breaks out at Monona County, IA Fairgrounds
Photo courtesy: Auston Huff / Facebook
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Photo courtesy: Auston Huff / Facebook
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January 29, 2026 at 1:45 AM
Reports: Fire breaks out at Monona County, IA Fairgrounds
Photo courtesy: Auston Huff / Facebook
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Photo courtesy: Auston Huff / Facebook
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Temperatures are about to get colder as a snow chance moves into parts of Siouxland.
To view the full forecast https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/snow-chance-parts-siouxland-wednesday-night-into-thursday-morning/
To view the full forecast https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/snow-chance-parts-siouxland-wednesday-night-into-thursday-morning/
January 29, 2026 at 12:31 AM
Temperatures are about to get colder as a snow chance moves into parts of Siouxland.
To view the full forecast https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/snow-chance-parts-siouxland-wednesday-night-into-thursday-morning/
To view the full forecast https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/snow-chance-parts-siouxland-wednesday-night-into-thursday-morning/
KTIV had the opportunity to discuss with UnityPoint-St. Luke's their acquisition of MercyOne Siouxland. The topics included insurance, rural clinics and more.
To watch the full interview >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/unitypoint-health-st-lukes-gives-update-acquisition-mercyone-siouxland/
To watch the full interview >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/unitypoint-health-st-lukes-gives-update-acquisition-mercyone-siouxland/
January 29, 2026 at 12:15 AM
KTIV had the opportunity to discuss with UnityPoint-St. Luke's their acquisition of MercyOne Siouxland. The topics included insurance, rural clinics and more.
To watch the full interview >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/unitypoint-health-st-lukes-gives-update-acquisition-mercyone-siouxland/
To watch the full interview >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/unitypoint-health-st-lukes-gives-update-acquisition-mercyone-siouxland/
Two men accused of causing thousands of dollars in damage at a Lyon County Courthouse
Suspects in Lyon County Courthouse break-in plead not guilty
Two men accused of causing thousands of dollars in damage at a Lyon County Courthouse
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January 28, 2026 at 11:45 PM
Two men accused of causing thousands of dollars in damage at a Lyon County Courthouse
Patty Lansink, the superintendent of Catholic schools for the Diocese in Sioux City has resigned her position.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Patty Lansink, the superintendent of Catholic schools for the Diocese in Sioux City has resigned her position.
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Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/diocese-sioux-city-superintendent-patty-lansink-resigns/
A provision of Trump’s tax legislation, Trump Accounts are meant to give $1,000 to every newborn, so long as their parents open an account.
Your baby could qualify for $1,000 with a ‘Trump Account.’ Here’s what to know
President Donald Trump’s tax legislation includes a provision called “Trump Accounts,” which gives $1,000 to every newborn if their parents open an account.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:45 PM
A provision of Trump’s tax legislation, Trump Accounts are meant to give $1,000 to every newborn, so long as their parents open an account.
An Iowa mother said she did not know she was pregnant until she unexpectedly delivered her son at work
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/mother-says-didnt-know-she-was-pregnant-after-giving-birth-fedex-facility/
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January 28, 2026 at 9:30 PM
An Iowa mother said she did not know she was pregnant until she unexpectedly delivered her son at work
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Yale University says the tuition assistance is to start in 2027.
Yale to offer free tuition to students whose families have incomes below $200,000
Yale University says it is helping ease the financial burden for students and their families.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Yale University says the tuition assistance is to start in 2027.
“I think it’s important to give back, you know, life is so short,” Siouxland hairstylist gives back with free haircuts for those in need.
Read more>> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/siouxland-hairstylist-giving-back-with-free-haircuts-those-need/
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January 28, 2026 at 9:05 PM
“I think it’s important to give back, you know, life is so short,” Siouxland hairstylist gives back with free haircuts for those in need.
Read more>> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/siouxland-hairstylist-giving-back-with-free-haircuts-those-need/
Read more>> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/siouxland-hairstylist-giving-back-with-free-haircuts-those-need/
The question regarding House Bill 1077 is whether lab-grown meat should be considered adulterated.
Lawmakers continue effort to ban lab-grown protein in South Dakota
The question regarding House Bill 1077 is whether lab-grown meat should be considered adulterated.
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January 28, 2026 at 8:30 PM
The question regarding House Bill 1077 is whether lab-grown meat should be considered adulterated.
A 6th grade teacher in Nebraska is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a former student.
6th-grade teacher exchanged over 13,000 texts with recent graduate, engaged in sexual relationship, authorities say
A 6th grade teacher is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a former student.
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January 28, 2026 at 8:15 PM
A 6th grade teacher in Nebraska is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a former student.
“It makes me mad, it makes me sad, I don’t know you just picture what it’s going to look like and that’s just gone.”
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/27/omaha-couples-ghosted-by-contractor-receive-partial-refunds/
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January 28, 2026 at 8:00 PM
“It makes me mad, it makes me sad, I don’t know you just picture what it’s going to look like and that’s just gone.”
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/27/omaha-couples-ghosted-by-contractor-receive-partial-refunds/
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/27/omaha-couples-ghosted-by-contractor-receive-partial-refunds/
An Iowa man was sentenced to probation for running over and killing one Canada Goose.
Iowa man sentenced to probation for running over, killing Canada Goose
An Iowa man was sentenced to probation for running over and killing one Canada Goose.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:10 PM
An Iowa man was sentenced to probation for running over and killing one Canada Goose.
Nebraska Medicine’s interim board chair promised employees Tuesday that day-to-day operations will not change as the hospital system navigates an ongoing legal battle over an $800 million deal.
Nebraska Medicine interim board chair promises continuity amid Clarkson deal controversy
The session came after the University of Nebraska Board of Regents fired Nebraska Medicine’s previous board last week and installed new leadership.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Nebraska Medicine’s interim board chair promised employees Tuesday that day-to-day operations will not change as the hospital system navigates an ongoing legal battle over an $800 million deal.
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird joined 20 other attorneys general in filing a brief opposing a federal judge’s order that restrained ICE agents’ tactics.
Iowa Attorney General joins brief opposing federal ICE restraining order
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird joined 20 other attorneys general in filing a brief opposing a federal judge’s order that restrained ICE agents’ tactics.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird joined 20 other attorneys general in filing a brief opposing a federal judge’s order that restrained ICE agents’ tactics.
Republican candidates vying for the top spot in state government gave their plans to transform education on all levels for Iowa students during a gubernatorial debate.
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/iowa-governor-hopefuls-discuss-education-health-care-moms-liberty-debate/
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/iowa-governor-hopefuls-discuss-education-health-care-moms-liberty-debate/
January 28, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Republican candidates vying for the top spot in state government gave their plans to transform education on all levels for Iowa students during a gubernatorial debate.
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/iowa-governor-hopefuls-discuss-education-health-care-moms-liberty-debate/
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/28/iowa-governor-hopefuls-discuss-education-health-care-moms-liberty-debate/
Caitlin Clark is headed to the NBA, at least for a couple of nights.
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/27/caitlin-clark-joining-nbcs-sunday-night-basketball-lakers-knicks-pregame-msg/
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January 28, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Caitlin Clark is headed to the NBA, at least for a couple of nights.
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/27/caitlin-clark-joining-nbcs-sunday-night-basketball-lakers-knicks-pregame-msg/
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/27/caitlin-clark-joining-nbcs-sunday-night-basketball-lakers-knicks-pregame-msg/
An Iowa House bill banning the use of eminent domain for carbon sequestration pipelines advanced from a Senate subcommittee Tuesday, but senators intend to amend the bill with their own language.
Eminent domain ban advances from Senate subcommittee but changes are planned
An Iowa House bill banning the use of eminent domain for carbon sequestration pipelines advanced from a Senate subcommittee Tuesday, but senators intend to amend the bill with their own language.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:20 PM
An Iowa House bill banning the use of eminent domain for carbon sequestration pipelines advanced from a Senate subcommittee Tuesday, but senators intend to amend the bill with their own language.
The Hawkeyes defeated three ranked opponents last week: No. 15 Michigan State, No. 15 Maryland, and No. 12 Ohio State.
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/27/iowa-womens-basketball-named-usbwa-national-team-week/
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January 28, 2026 at 5:10 PM
The Hawkeyes defeated three ranked opponents last week: No. 15 Michigan State, No. 15 Maryland, and No. 12 Ohio State.
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/27/iowa-womens-basketball-named-usbwa-national-team-week/
Read more >> https://www.ktiv.com/2026/01/27/iowa-womens-basketball-named-usbwa-national-team-week/
President Donald Trump’s rally in Clive was met with hundreds of supporters and dozens of protesters outside the Horizon Events Center on Tuesday afternoon.
Trump rally in Clive met with protesters outside venue
President Donald Trump’s rally in Clive was met with hundreds of supporters and dozens of protesters outside the Horizon Events Center on Tuesday afternoon.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM
President Donald Trump’s rally in Clive was met with hundreds of supporters and dozens of protesters outside the Horizon Events Center on Tuesday afternoon.
Today is the anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger exploding after liftoff.
January 28, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Today is the anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger exploding after liftoff.
What Nebraska students learn and when are among the discussions lawmakers are having at the Capitol this session.
Nebraska lawmakers discuss holding back 3rd graders, suspending students in K-2 and mandating education on communism
What Nebraska students learn and when are among the discussions lawmakers are having at the Capitol this session. The Education Committee Tuesday hearing public testimony on some controversial bills aimed at learning the history of communism, holding back ill-equipped readers and reinstating suspensions for students in kindergarten through second grade.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:16 PM
What Nebraska students learn and when are among the discussions lawmakers are having at the Capitol this session.
One person was taken to the hospital following a three-vehicle crash on Monday morning near Sheldon.
Three-vehicle crash near Sheldon sends one to hospital
One person was taken to the hospital following a three-vehicle crash on Monday morning near Sheldon.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:17 PM
One person was taken to the hospital following a three-vehicle crash on Monday morning near Sheldon.
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he does not believe Alex Pretti was acting as an “assassin.”
Trump says ‘you can’t have guns’ when asked about Alex Pretti’s shooting death
President Donald Trump said he does not believe Alex Pretti was an "assassin," but added "you can't have guns."
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January 28, 2026 at 1:05 PM
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he does not believe Alex Pretti was acting as an “assassin.”