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Crime & Courts

Courts issue conflicting rulings on Missouri congressional map

Courts issue conflicting rulings on Missouri congressional map

  • Andrew Chung Reuters

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to reinstate the GOP-drawn map, but a federal judge issued a temporary order requiring the state to use it.

Thieves steal Renoir paintings from museum on French Riviera

Thieves steal Renoir paintings from museum on French Riviera

  • Manon Cruz and Inti Landauro Reuters

Thieves stole four paintings from the Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer on the French Riviera, but dropped two of them as police gave chase early Tuesday.

Thieves Steal Renoir Paintings Worth €9 Million From French Museum.

Thieves Steal Renoir Paintings Worth €9 Million From French Museum.

  • StringersHub

Two thieves broke into the Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer on the French Riviera early Tuesday and stole four paintings by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

France: MOTION GRAPHIC - At least 4 paintings stolen from Renoir museum in southern France.

France: MOTION GRAPHIC - At least 4 paintings stolen from Renoir museum in southern France.

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SHOTLIST: CAGNES-SUR-MER, FRANCE (SEPT. 8, 2026) 1. MOTION GRAPHIC SHOWING LOCATION OF AUGUSTE RENOIR MUSEUM IN CAGNES-SUR-MERCAGNES-SUR-MER, FRANCE - SEPT. 8: At least four paintings were stolen from the Auguste Renoir Museum in southern France during an overnight burglary, local media repo…

US: U.S. secures access to Venezuelan oil while continuing to deport its citizens.

US: U.S. secures access to Venezuelan oil while continuing to deport its citizens.

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Shotlist Doral, Florida, USA - Recent 1. Various of Venezuelan community members getting together 2. SOUNDBITE (Spanish dubbed in English) Diner Viloria, Venezuelan living in Florida: "I think the deal is good, very good. The problem of conditions is being done. The resource is in the ground…

US judge again blocks Postal Service's mail-in voting rule

US judge again blocks Postal Service's mail-in voting rule

  • Nate Raymond Reuters

The administration on Thursday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene and lift the restraining order so the rule could take effect.

Did you see it?' Get a rare look at a North Atlantic right whale off N.L.

Did you see it?' Get a rare look at a North Atlantic right whale off N.L.

  • CBC - Top Stories

Videographers Heather MacAulay and Chris Murphy got quite the shot on Sept. 1 when they spotted a North Atlantic right whale off the coast of Blackhead Cove, N.L. The whales are a critically endangered species, but encouraging signs are pointing to the population stabilizing.

Machado challenges Venezuela's 'illegitimate' interim govt over massive US oil deal

Machado challenges Venezuela's 'illegitimate' interim govt over massive US oil deal

    A tense new fault line in Venezuela's post-Maduro era. Opposition leader and Nobel laureate María Corina Machado has questioned the interim government's massive oil deal with the US — which grants Washington access to over 65 billion barrels, nearly 20% of Venezuela's reserves. While calling…

    Chevron Bets Big on Venezuela’s Oil Comeback

    Chevron Bets Big on Venezuela’s Oil Comeback

      Chevron is expanding its operations in Venezuela after President Trump announced a sweeping deal aimed at developing the country’s enormous oil reserves.

      US energy firms dominate Venezuela deals worth billions

      US energy firms dominate Venezuela deals worth billions

        US energy firms on Wednesday signed a raft of multi-billion-dollar deals with Venezuela, days after the South American country agreed to grant the United States control of a huge chunk of its vast oil reserves. President Donald Trump has talked up the agreement on Venezuela's oil reserves as…

        Defendant pleads not guilty in Charlie Kirk capital murder case

        Defendant pleads not guilty in Charlie Kirk capital murder case

          A judge ruled that Tyler Robinson should face trial, which could carry the death penalty, for the shooting on a Utah college campus last year.

          Jury finds ex-gang leader guilty in Tupac killing case

          Jury finds ex-gang leader guilty in Tupac killing case

            A Las Vegas jury on Monday found an ex-gang leader guilty of murder in a case accusing him of masterminding the drive-by killing of legendary hip-hop artist Tupac Shakur, bringing a decades-old cold case to a close.

            50,000 cans of PBR vanish in beer heist

            50,000 cans of PBR vanish in beer heist

              As investigators search for the missing cargo, Pabst has turned to social media to spread the word, offering a reward for information.

              Violence against workers, staffing shortages fuel hospital strikes

              Violence against workers, staffing shortages fuel hospital strikes

                Nationwide, hospital workers are seven times as likely to be injured on the job due to violent acts as members of the general working population.

                Local News

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for September 9

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for September 9

                Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                Clarinda to welcome more than 2,000 students for 71st Band Jamboree

                Clarinda to welcome more than 2,000 students for 71st Band Jamboree

                The Southwest Iowa Band Jamboree is set for Oct. 3.

                Shenandoah High School named 13th best high school in Iowa

                Shenandoah High School named 13th best high school in Iowa

                Shenandoah High School has been named one of the best high schools in Iowa

                James Uhlenkamp announces campaign for Iowa Senate District 9 seat

                James Uhlenkamp announces campaign for Iowa Senate District 9 seat

                James Uhlenkamp is running for the open seat representing District 9 in the Iowa Senate.

                State & Regional

                Decades of August roadside surveys in Iowa show wildlife and habitat changes

                Decades of August roadside surveys in Iowa show wildlife and habitat changes

                 Iowa Department of Natural Resource staff have set out along gravel roads at dawn, armed with a set of binoculars, to survey the landscape for pheasants and other wildlife. 

                Des Moines man alleges excessive force by police officers

                Des Moines man alleges excessive force by police officers

                A Des Moines man is accusing police of excessive force, claiming the officers who allegedly assaulted him were later captured on video laughing about how they “really worked him over.”

                Center for Intellectual Freedom advisers debate oversight of activities, curriculum

                Center for Intellectual Freedom advisers debate oversight of activities, curriculum

                The executive committee advising the Center for Intellectual Freedom at the University of Iowa expressed concern about potential limitations on director decisions  and the intricacies of establishing required civics curriculum.

                Chuck Grassley joins TikTok. His first video? A tribute to a vacuum

                Chuck Grassley joins TikTok. His first video? A tribute to a vacuum

                TikTok is a great place for "u kno what." Not like that — Iowa's senior U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley has just made a new account on the platform.

                Nation & World

                US power use to beat record highs in 2026 and 2027 as AI use surges, EIA says

                US power use to beat record highs in 2026 and 2027 as AI use surges, EIA says

                Demand is surging in large part due to data centers dedicated to AI and cryptocurrency, and as homes and businesses use more electricity and less fossil fuels.

                Iran and US hit tankers in biggest wave of attacks on shipping since war began

                Iran and US hit tankers in biggest wave of attacks on shipping since war began

                Iran said Wednesday it attacked 10 ships after the U.S. sank five Iranian oil tankers, in the biggest declared wave of attacks on shipping since the start of the war.

                Trump gave $45,000 gifts to Natalie Harp, others, from his own pocket

                Trump gave $45,000 gifts to Natalie Harp, others, from his own pocket

                Trump gave his executive assistant Natalie Harp and two others $45,000 cash gifts for the holidays, effectively bumping up their salaries to the top of the White House pay scale.

                Battery fires have been on the rise: Here's how to prevent them

                Battery fires have been on the rise: Here's how to prevent them

                WM reports battery fires are rising, so proper disposal is crucial.

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                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for September 9

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for September 9

                After public outcry, Coralville City Council censures Mayor Laurie Goodrich

                After public outcry, Coralville City Council censures Mayor Laurie Goodrich

                James Uhlenkamp announces campaign for Iowa Senate District 9 seat

                James Uhlenkamp announces campaign for Iowa Senate District 9 seat

                Shopping

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31 (UI Athletics)

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

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                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

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                Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.

                Crime

                Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                Kadin Hoger was grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets from 2 p.m. Friday until 2 a.m. Saturday.

                People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                People gather at Williamson and South Baldwin Streets where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer on Wednesday afternoon in Madison.

                Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                The memorial for Corey Ruiz has been in place on Williamson Street since Wednesday, when Ruiz was shot dead by police there. It was still holding strong Saturday, with no sign of police or other means of removal. Protesters said they plan on staying as long as they can.

                Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                A Sidney man arrested on suspicion of litancy of charges is also accused of injuring two sheriff's deputies and jail staff upon his booking into the Fremont County Jail.

                Politics

                Chuck Grassley joins TikTok. His first video? A tribute to a vacuum

                Chuck Grassley joins TikTok. His first video? A tribute to a vacuum

                TikTok is a great place for "u kno what." Not like that — Iowa's senior U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley has just made a new account on the platform.

                June primary voting data shows Iowa men veering right

                June primary voting data shows Iowa men veering right

                The Iowa Secretary of State's office posted the statewide statistical report for June's primary election at the end of July, to little fanfare.

                Lenders, farmers accuse lieutenant governor candidate Derek Wulf of theft, fraud

                Lenders, farmers accuse lieutenant governor candidate Derek Wulf of theft, fraud

                The Iowa farmers' phones pinged in succession the afternoon of June 12, when Republican gubernatorial nominee Zach Lahn introduced state Rep. Derek Wulf as his running mate.

                Ashley Hinson rolls out sheriff endorsements and attacks Josh Turek's record

                Ashley Hinson rolls out sheriff endorsements and attacks Josh Turek's record

                Hinson is highlighting endorsements from Iowa sheriffs. Turek is highlighting Republican crossover support. Their competing coalitions come as the candidates spar over immigration and policing.

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