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Officers McVey and Madole Recognized as MADD Heroes
North Liberty Police Officers Jeffrey McVey and Spence Madole were recently recognized by Mothers Against Drunk Driving Iowa as MADD Hero Award Winners for going above and beyond to save lives through enforcement and education about impaired driving laws. “I’m so proud to be able to recognize our MADD Hero...
80/35 asked us to try something new. Iowa music fans had a mixed response
The 80/35 music festival, held for years in downtown Des Moines, had a new location and different feel in 2024, but still had plenty to offer. And the music — and the people — were (still) amazing.
Day Care Horror: Waterloo Woman Accused of Abusing Children
A parent's worst fear is finding out that someone that they trusted with their child was actually hurting them. According to recent reports, a Waterloo day care worker has been charged with three different counts of child endangerment. The woman in question is allegedly Emily Jenkins and she was arrested on Thursday, July 11th.
Tractor Ride Features Antic Machines
The 17th Annual North Iowa Tractor Ride kicked off Friday from Vinton, Iowa. 160 antic tractors will spend two days rolling through the countryside of Eastern Iowa, visiting Brandon, Quasqueton, Center Point, Mt. Auburn and LaPorte City. They are based at the Benton County Fairgrounds in Vinton. The group enjoyed...
City starts to remove flood barriers, massive cleanup efforts begin
The Mississippi River crested at 21.48 feet in Muscatine on July 10 but it has taken some time for the river to begin to recede in earnest. After dropping over a foot, heavy rains last week pushed the river back up, but the river has started to recede again. Currently...
Akron-Westfield baseball has enjoyed success, but have sights set on more ahead of State
AKRON, Iowa (KCAU) – Akron-Westfield advances to its second-ever State Tournament following a 13-0 win over Kingsley-Pierson/River Valley in its 1A-1 Substate Final. The Westerners, who secured its first War Eagle Conference title outright in 34 years, have one of the most successful pitchers in 1A this season in Nathan Gaswint. The sophomore is tied […]
National Guard members return home after yearlong deployment
DES MOINES, Iowa — Dozens of military families are welcoming home their heroes. One hundred and fifty soldiers from the Iowa National Guard have arrived back in the state after being overseas for a yearlong deployment. The video above shows the Des Moines air base as the soldiers reunite...
Banned Player Wins Casino Jackpot, Gets Arrested
A banned Iowa player won a jackpot in a casino, despite being self-excluded. The man, who used a fake identity, was arrested, prompting an investigation into the matter. Matthew James Wessels, 43, was a self-excluded player who enrolled in the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission’s self-exclusion program in January last year. However, Wessels couldn’t resist the temptation and eventually visited Isle Hotel Casino in Waterloo, according to reports.
Cycling Iowa’s RAGBRAI 51st Season
Cycler's UP! This weekend RAGBRAI celebrates it's 51st season. The Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa is set to begin this weekend for a week-long hilly ride across the Hawkeye State. RAGBRAI celebrates 51 years as it makes its way across southern Iowa. WHAT CITIES WILL I SEE.
Arrest made after man in vehicle shoots at another vehicle in traffic, police say
DES MOINES, Iowa – Police have released the name of a man arrested for allegedly shooting at a car from another vehicle Thursday night near the State Fairgrounds. Officers were called to E. 30th St. and E. Maple Street around 7:00 p.m. after a witness reported the shooting. At least one bullet hole was found […]
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