A federal judge tossed out a defamation lawsuit that Drake brought against Universal Music Group on Thursday, ruling that lyrics branding the superstar as a pedophile in Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us” were opinion.

Millions of Americans could see a financial bump thanks to inflation adjustments to the tax code announced by the IRS Tuesday.

In a quest for stability for the school district, the Des Moines School Board has approved a two-year contract for Matt Smith to serve as the district’s interim superintendent. That contract will extend through the 26-27 school year.

On Saturday, October 18, the Sioux City Chapter of NAACP is hosting their annual Freedom Fund Banquet with the theme “The Fierce Urgency of Now."

Coffee companies across the U.S., including Iowa, are feeling the effects of President Donald Trump’s tariffs, months after they were implemented.

“96% of drivers admit to driving aggressively within the past year,” said AAA representative Brian Ortner.

With the excitement of Halloween around the corner, Poison Control officials are offering some Halloween safety tips and tricks.

New York Attorney General Letitia James (D) has been indicted by a federal grand jury on a fraud charge, becoming the second prominent adversary of President Trump to face criminal charges after he vowed to seek retribution against his perceived enemies.

Westbound US 20 to the westbound US 20/southbound US 75 ramp will be closing during the night on October 16.

Deer season is underway in Nebraska, and hunters can make a big impact with their next buck.

President Trump announced Wednesday a ceasefire has been reached between Israel and Hamas, paving the way for the release of 20 living hostages and relief for nearly 2 million Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

Nebraska Senator Pete Ricketts said Argentina did not act in good faith after receiving the $20 billion bailout.

The 2026 Orange City Tulip Court members have been announced.

A woman in her 60s suffered an apparent heart attack and died after riding the Haunted Mansion attraction at Disneyland on Monday evening.

With the arrival of fall, a beloved tradition is set to return to Siouxland.

Air traffic control staffing issues caused significant delays Monday and Tuesday as the shutdown extended into a second week, with roughly 10,000 flights being affected.

Health officials have issued a warning for people not to eat Blue Apron meals over concerns about potential listeria contamination. This comes not too long after HelloFresh released a similar statement.

As the government shutdown entered a second week, there’s no discernible endgame in sight. The House is keeping its doors closed, while the Senate repeated its loop on Wednesday of failed votes to reopen the government.

The Sioux City Career Academy organized a hands-on experience for a group of 5th graders during an event called “5th on 4th.”

With harvest season underway, the stresses of daily life for farmers are amplified, leading to a strain on mental health.

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden signed an executive order doing away with more than 100 previous executive orders.

A South Sioux City theatre group is bridging the gap for locals who either speak only English or Spanish, allowing more people to enjoy plays together.

Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell, and Dr. Shimon Sakaguchi won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for their discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance.

Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners, U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday.

Fall Fest 2025 runs from October 11 to October 12. Find lots of upcoming events here!

The South Dakota Highway Patrol has released the names of the people involved in a crash that occurred on Saturday night.

Election season is right around the corner, and for some areas, the ballots look pretty bare.

Federal health officials late Monday warned people not to eat certain Hello Fresh subscription meal kits containing spinach that may be contaminated with Listeria.

More than 20 states in the United States have a mandate, at some level, for the use of E-Verify for employers.

The new Clay County South Dakota Law Enforcement Center and Jail in Vermillion is now open! Yesterday, a ribbon-cutting was held; find all the details here:

Another candidate is throwing their hat in the race for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Republican Joni Ernst.

The City of Storm Lake, Iowa, has hired a new Fire Chief for the fire department. Terence Sinner accepted to start later in October.

A northeast Nebraska school district is asking voters to approve a $2.15 million bond to make improvements to an athletic complex.

The Millcreek School Board voted Monday night to consider what, if any, legal action can be taken against Roberts, as well as the search firm that recommended Roberts for the district’s top job.

A northwest Iowa health system secured a grant to help out with its smallest patients.

Downtown Partners has announced the return of a popular event featuring a slew of local restaurants.

Join the Hamann Memorial Library in Anthon, Iowa, on Friday, October 17, and enjoy refreshments and fellowship.

A Vermillion, South Dakota, mother has just received a brand new HVAC system, and won’t be paying a penny.

"Heartbreaking and dangerous," Siouxland Humane Society said after they found multiple dogs dumped outside. Read more in this article: https://www.siouxlandproud.com/news/local-news/heartbreaking-and-dangerous-siouxland-humane-society-urges-locals-to-think-twice-before-dumping-pets/

Monday, Des Moines Public Schools confirmed that it does not use E-Verify after Sen. Chuck Grassley announced that his office learned that the district wasn’t enrolled in the system when it hired now former Superintendent Ian Roberts and scrutinized the district on social media.

With a curveball thrown at them less than 24 hours before their event, officials with the Sioux City International Film Festival say it was still a success.

A nine year old boy from Brandon, South Dakota will be at the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Georgia next spring.

Young Siouxlanders learned some tips to stay safe in the event of a fire. The fire department talked to 3rd graders across Sioux City and had them go through their safety trailer.

South Dakota’s Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) Director Dan Satterlee has been nominated by President Donald Trump to become the next South Dakota U.S. Marshal.

A proposed retreat center in Sioux City can move forward after Sioux City City Council members approved the action made by the Board of Adjustment on Monday night.

Reconstruction of Northshore Drive in McCook Lake may be delayed because some property owners don’t want to give easements to the city for the project.

Safety officials are reminding Siouxland to keep an eye out on the roads as we get further into the fall.

South Sioux City is looking at getting a new casino; with that comes new buildings to accommodate it.

It's been nearly a week since the federal government shut down. As lawmakers debate a short-term funding bill in the nation's capital, the impact of the government shutdown is being felt in Siouxland.

It might have felt like summer just a couple of days ago, but as overnight temperatures begin to drop, don’t forget to stay safe if you’re using a space heater.