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A Tale of Theft and Consequences: The South American Theft Group's Downfall

December 20, 2025

In a recent court case, two men linked to a group known as the South American Theft Group (SATG) were given prison sentences for their part in a burglary that took place in the Grand Rapids area. The group is suspected of stealing items worth $266, 000 from a home. The two men, William David Villarr

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Des Moines' Christmas Snow: A Rare Treat

December 19, 2025

In Des Moines, a white Christmas is not a sure thing. Only about half the time, there's at least an inch of snow on the ground on Christmas Day. This has been the case since records began in 1939. Recently, it's been even less common, with just three official white Christmases since 2015. But what

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Why Free Speech Matters More Than Ever

December 18, 2025

Free speech is a hot topic. It always has been. But why is it so hard for some people to grasp? This question came up during a recent discussion in Des Moines. The event marked 50 years since a bomb exploded at a Quaker meeting house. The bomb was likely set by someone who didn't like the Quakers' s

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Duncan Davitt: Pitcher by Day, Reporter by Night

December 17, 2025

Duncan Davitt has a unique double life. By day, he's a minor league baseball player. By night, he's a sports reporter. This 26-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Chicago White Sox also covers high school sports for his parents' newspaper, the Indianola Independent Advocate. Davitt's journey star

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A Quarterback's Regret: Diego Pavia's Heisman Moment

December 16, 2025

Diego Pavia, the quarterback from Vanderbilt, found himself in hot water after his reaction to not winning the Heisman Trophy. He finished second to Indiana's Fernando Mendoza, who secured the award with a significant lead in first-place votes. Pavia's initial response was far from graceful. He shar

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Trump Takes BBC to Court Over Edited Speech Clips

December 16, 2025

Donald Trump, the former U. S. President, has taken legal action against the BBC. He claims the broadcaster defamed him by editing his speech from January 6, 2021. The edited clips made it seem like he urged supporters to storm the U. S. Capitol. Trump is asking for $5 billion in damages for each o

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Michigan Gets a Dance-Filled 2026 with Dancing with the Stars: Live!

December 16, 2025

In 2026, Michigan will see some serious dance action. The "Dancing with the Stars: Live! " tour is coming to Detroit and Grand Rapids. This tour is part of a bigger plan after season 34 of the show wraps up. The tour will hit over 70 places across the U. S. and Canada. It starts and ends in Akron,

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The BBC, Trump, and the Fight Over a Controversial Edit

December 16, 2025

In a legal battle that has crossed the Atlantic, former U. S. President Donald Trump is taking on the BBC. He claims the British broadcaster defamed him by editing a speech he gave on January 6, 2021. The edited clips made it seem like he was telling his supporters to storm the U. S. Capitol. Trump

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Kansas Jayhawks Climb the Rankings After Hard-Earned Win

December 16, 2025

The Kansas Jayhawks are making waves in the college basketball scene. They just moved up two spots in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, now sitting at No. 17. This is their highest ranking so far this season. They earned this spot after a tough win against North Carolina State, which went into over

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Iowa's Brave Guardsmen Lost in Syria

December 15, 2025

In a tragic turn of events, two soldiers from the Iowa National Guard lost their lives in Syria. These brave individuals were part of a larger group deployed to the Middle East. Their mission was to fight against ISIS and other terrorist groups. The soldiers were identified as Sgt. Edgar Brian Torre