Iowa City Free Week 2026 Preview

February 16, 2026

Free Week returns to Iowa City from February 16-22, 2026! An expansive and sprawling celebration of the arts here in our town, with performances, workshops, screenings, and more, free for all! Here are our day-by-day highlights.

Comedy Review: I Was Not the Target Audience for Tom Arnold at The Englert

February 11, 2026

By Bailey Vergara

Tom Arnold hosted a show at The Englert Theatre on February 6th. Though Tom Arnold is an undoubtedly adept comedian, I found myself at odds with his material.

Interview: Sierra Hull

February 9, 2026

KRUI’s Logan Melia talks with Sierra Hull ahead of her stop at The Englert Theatre on February 12th with The Milk Carton Kids.

Oasis “Live 25”: The Gig of a Lifetime

February 5, 2026

There were many tours in 2025, but one stood out. On a weekend that housed five shows at Chicago’s Soldier Field, Oasis Live ’25 was the standout of the weekend, and of a lifetime.

A Night at The Englert with Joseph

January 29, 2026

Portland indie-pop duo Joseph made their way to The Englert Theatre as they tour their new record “Closer to Happy”

Interview: Jaret Reddick of Bowling for Soup

January 28, 2026

KRUI’s Logan Melia chats with Jaret Reddick, frontman of Bowling for Soup. Jaret talks about Warped Tour’s return, diving into setlist creation, and their biggest headlining gig ever at Wembley Arena.

Iowa Falls to Iowa State 16-13 in Annual CyHawk Series Matchup

September 6, 2025

By Owen Raefield

The Hawkeyes came up just short in Ames, falling 16-13 to No. 16 Iowa State in a rivalry game that slipped away in the final minutes. Despite a strong defensive showing and improved play from QB Mark Gronowski, Iowa’s offense couldn’t find enough answers as the Cyclones snapped the Hawkeyes’ six-game win streak at Jack Trice Stadium.

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Iowa Football Kicks Off Season With 34-7 Win vs. UAlbany, Mark Gronowski’s Debut

August 30, 2025

By Owen Raefield

Iowa opened the 2025 season with a 34-7 win over UAlbany, leaning on a dominant run game and stout defense after early passing struggles. Transfer QB Mark Gronowski made his debut, while Kirk Ferentz tied Woody Hayes for the most wins in Big Ten history.

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The Grayt Team: Grayson Chapeau’s Story

July 31, 2025

At just 15 years old, Grayson Chapeau has spent nearly his entire life in a fight he never chose, against an inoperable brain tumor. But in the stands of a summer-league baseball team, he’s become something more: a symbol of joy, resilience, and a small town’s beating heart.

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When Purpose Outruns Pain: Luke Rowen’s Story

May 23, 2025

Luke Rowen of La Grange, Ill., has cerebral palsy. That hasn’t stopped him from realizing his dream of running cross country.

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Back Home: Caitlin Clark Returns to Carver

May 4, 2025

Today’s match returned Iowa’s very own Caitlin Clark back to Iowa City, as the Indiana Fever played against the Brazil National Team in Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

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2025 March Madness Overview

March 18, 2025

By Collin Carrithers

With the bracket set for the 2025 NCAA National Championship tournament, KRUI takes a closer look at some of the matchups that will be taking place during this edition of March Madness.

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Iowa Women’s Basketball Screams Past a Cast of Falcons

December 3, 2023

By Collin Carrithers

Iowa Women’s Basketball cruises to a win at home against Bowling Green. The stars showed out both on and off the court for this contest.

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A Mid-Season Bundesliga Recap

February 14, 2023

Image via Bundesliga.com

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Big Ten Beatdown: Iowa wrestling dominates Michigan 33-8

February 13, 2023

Iowa’s Patrick Kennedy, center, has his hand raised after scoring a fall against Michigan’s Alex Wesselman at 165 pounds during a NCAA Big Ten Conference wrestling dual, Friday, Feb. 10, 2023, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.
(JOSEPH CRESS/IOWA CITY PRESS-CITIZEN)

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Wildcats can’t claw their way out of Carver: Hawkeyes win 86-70

February 1, 2023

Image via Geoff Stellfox, The Gazette.

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Best Albums of 2025: KRUI Staff Picks

The rumors are true, KRUI likes music! 2025 was a crazy year all around, and even crazier, we here at KRUI actually listened to lots of albums this year. We’ve picked out eleven of our favorite albums from this year to share, and explore together.

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Best Songs of 2025: KRUI Staff Picks

It’s December 29, 2025, and if you can believe it, we here at KRUI actually listened to music throughout the whole year! From pop superstars, to indie legends, to the fresh Bandcamp up-and-comers, we’ve picked out nine of our favorite songs released this past year to share and explore together.

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Iowa Public Safety Leaders Warn “9-1-1 Can’t Wait,” Push for First Surcharge Increase Since 2013

Iowa’s 911 operators urge lawmakers to increase surcharge fees to cover rising costs.

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Dancing Differently

For nearly 40 years, Jhe Russell needed to be perfect. After all, his dance career demanded it. But when injuries and the chaos of life took him in a different direction, he found peace in a job he never expected.

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Calling for Free

With over three decades of calling hockey games under his belt, Jason Shaver is considered one of the most respected sports broadcasters in the American Hockey League. While his path to the Chicago Wolves was anything but conventional, he will never put a price tag on the journey.

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Out of Magic: Rams Knock Bears Out of Playoffs in Overtime 20-17

A miraculous season for the Chicago Bears finally came to an end against the Rams, one game shy of the NFC championship. Instead of boos from the stadium, there was applause, and hope, for a team that exceeded all expectations.

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