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Woman’s Stepmother, Brother Demand She Sign Away Inheritance Worth Millions
A woman on Reddit has detailed an experience where her stepmother and brother demand that she sign away her large inheritance. "'Family' members: Father M60, step-mom/dad’s wife of 1 year (6 months after the Jackpot) F55, her 2 adult daughters (mid-30s) and my brother m25. Brother grew up with dad, I grew up with our (bpd, as in borderline personality disorder) mother. My parents split when I was 3 so I have no memory of that time or prior. We’re all working class. Dad and I had started building a relationship in the past 4 years or so, talking at least every other week and meeting up sometimes," the woman begins her post.
Caitlin Clark Breaks WNBA Assist Record in Rookie Season
Never underestimate Caitlin Clark... EVER. 2024 has been the year of Clark. She helped lead the Iowa Hawkeyes to the NCAA Championship in her senior season for a second year. Then she was drafted first overall in the WNBA draft to the Indiana Fever. The West Des Moines native has...
Can You Visit the “Twister House” In Eldora?
A highly anticipated movie that is set to release this month is "Twisters' the sequel to the blockbuster hit 'Twister.'. The movie stars Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Anthony Ramos as storm chasers and scientists who "find themselves squarely in the paths of multiple storm systems converging over central Oklahoma in the fight of their lives."
People Think This Controversial Politician Looks Just Like Jack Nicholson
Matt Gaetz is drawing comparisons to legendary actor Jack Nicholson. Gaetz appeared at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on July 17, where he shared that he would be supporting former President Donald Trump, who is the Republican nominee for president, while also criticizing current President Joe Biden. During his...
Your Guide to Delicious Breakfast/Brunch in the Corridor
When it comes to breakfast and brunch, there are a TON of options here in the Corridor! Iowans on the Cedar Rapids Area Support Local Group Facebook page have plenty of recommendations for great breakfast/brunch spots near Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. Here are some of the suggestions:. Your Guide...
2024 Emmy Nominations Announced: See the Full List
If it feels like we just did the whole Emmy Awards things, that’s because last year’s annual ceremony was delayed from the fall to the winter because of the multiple Hollywood strikes of 2023. With those thankfully behind us, the awards are returning to their more traditional position — with the full list of nominations for 2024 just announced.
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ Trailer Trailer: It’s Showtime Again
It is the year of really long breaks between sequels. The same week we’re getting Twisters — the sequel to Twister 28 years later — we’re getting a new trailer for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the sequel to Beetlejuice (duh) after 36 years. It took them long enough,...
Foo Fighters’ US Summer Tour Kickoff Cut Short Due to Storms
Foo Fighters' U.S. summer tour leg got off to an inauspicious start on Wednesday when the band was forced to cut its performance at New York's Citi Field short and evacuate the venue due to lightning storms. The rockers, who are in the middle of their Everything or Nothing at...
Ex-Great White Singer Jack Russell Retires From Touring
Jack Russell, former singer for Great White, has announced on social media that he will be retiring from touring on account of his health. "To my fans and friends, it is with the heaviest of hearts that I must announce my retirement from the road," he wrote online. "After a recent diagnosis of Lewy body dementia (LBD) and multiple system atrophy (MSA) in May 2024, I am unable to perform at the level I desire and at the level you deserve. Words cannot express my gratitude for the many years of memories, love and support. Thank you for letting me live my dreams. You have made my life a wonder."
Iowa State Punter Using NIL Money to Feed Hungry Students
We all have our favorite football players that we cheer for. Admittedly most of them are high-profile players like quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers. But in Ames, they are cheering for the punter. Tyler Perkins is the punter for the Iowa State Cyclones. The Des Moines Register reports that...
4 Hermanos Officially Opens Cedar Rapids Location
A new Cedar Rapids Mexican restaurant has started welcoming customers! 4 Hermanos Mexican Food is now open at 1125 1st Avenue SE inside the former home of Via Sofia's. The official Facebook post reads:. "Hey Amigos! We are so excited to open doors on First Ave in Cedar Rapids, IA....
How Taylor Hawkins’ Death Made Dave Navarro’s Health Battle Worse
Jane’s Addiction guitarist Dave Navarro – who only recently returned to the band after a three-year battle with long Covid – discussed how the death of Taylor Hawkins made his condition more difficult to deal with. The pair, along with touring AC/DC bassist Chris Chaney, had just...
Rolling Stones Deliver Two Tour Debuts at Penultimate Show
The Rolling Stones delivered two tour debuts and a rare cover during the second-last stop on their Hackney Diamonds tour Wednesday night. Mick Jagger and the band performed a 20-track set at the Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, which included an airing of “Far Away Eyes” from their 1978 album Some Girls.
How Kansas Briefly Rebounded After a Huge Lineup Change
In the following exclusive excerpt from Let It Be Your Guide: The Kansas Album Review, former singer John Elefante joins Tim Durling as part of a larger roundtable discussion about his debut with Kansas, 1982's Vinyl Confessions. The album was home to "Play the Game Tonight," with Top 20 sales that were only outpaced by "Carry on Wayward Son" and "Dust in the Wind."
Iowa Town Didn’t Get Warning Sirens Ahead of Damaging Tornado
Weather sirens are supposed to warn communities when a tornado is near. But sometimes severe storms form too quickly for them to be used effectively. Residents of an Iowa town learned the hard way this week that the outdoor sirens are not perfect. The National Weather Service's Des Moines office confirmed to the Des Moines Register that it did not issue a tornado warning until five minutes AFTER the twister had touched down in the city of Urbandale. Multiple residents on 80th and 82nd street in Urbandale, where the tornado did some of its worst damage, told the Register that they did not hear sirens ahead of Monday's storm.
President Joe Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19
This is a developing story. President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, the White House announced in a press release on Wednesday. Biden experienced respiratory symptoms that included a runny nose, a cough and fatigue, according to the statement. He was tested in Las Vegas following his first scheduled event for the day.
Foiled Plot: The 1928 Attempt on President Hoover’s Life Exposed
The attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump on Saturday highlights the ongoing history of political violence against those who have held the office of President. What other presidents have faced violence?. While the assassinations of Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Robert F. Kennedy are well-known, many other attempts on presidential...
20 Copycat Snacks Being Investigated by Feds for Containing THC
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Federal Trade Commission are cracking down on companies that are creating copycat versions of popular snacks and infusing them with delta-8 THC. In a joint press release, the two organizations said it has issued warning letters to five different companies across the U.S....
Which Iowa Hawkeye Logo is the Best in School History? [PHOTOS]
The University of Iowa is the oldest institution for higher education in the state and was established in 1847. The University has been a member of the Big 10 Conference since 1899 and currently has an enrollment of a little more than 30,000 students, according to the University of Iowa.
Teen Devastated After Parents Buy Younger Sister New Car for Birthday, Only Give Her Gift Card and Book
A teen was left in a complicated situation after her parents gave her sister an expensive birthday gift. The teen explained in her Reddit post that her sister was diagnosed with cancer last year, which was very hard on the family. "I love my sister and I tried to be...
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