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Storms dumped up to 6 inches of rain in Iowa. See the rainfall totals from this week.
Nearly 2 inches of rain fell in Des Moines as much of Iowa saw heavy rain and severe thunderstorms on Monday and Tuesday. Some areas in southeast Iowa experienced sporadic wind gusts over 80 mph. Clinton County experienced half inch sized hail, according to the Iowa Environmental Mesonet. Here are...
Iowa and Wisconsin Men Indicted in Nationwide Multimillion-Dollar Return Fraud Scheme
The U.S. Attorney's Office in the Middle District of Florida has announced the arrests of two men, Brock David Fischer of Robins, Iowa, and Miguel Angel Fortier, Jr. from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in connection with an elaborate return-fraud scheme. Fischer, also known as "iFruit," and Fortier, known by the alias "Destined," are facing charges of conspiracy to commit mail fraud. If convicted, they could each be looking at up to 20 years in a federal prison. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the duo is part of a larger operation that has impacted retailers nationwide, with losses totaling more than $8 million.
Boyer retires after 42 years in education
After working within the district for 42 years as an educator and bus driver, Rick Boyer of Stanton decided to retire from the Stanton Community School District. Boyer’s teaching career first began in the fall of 1979. For three years, he worked as an agriculture teacher and FFA advisor at Oakland High School.
Pittsburgh School No. 8 moves to new home at Montgomery County history center
The former Pittsburgh School District No.8 has been settled into a new home at the Montgomery County History Center. The school, which had been located at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds for nearly three decades, was moved from its location on June 12. Montgomery County History Center Director Dave McFarland said while the exact date of the school’s construction is unknown, it’s more than a century and a half old.
Omaha DoorDash driver who shot at police sentenced to decades in prison
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - An Omaha DoorDash driver who shot at a police officer last year will spend decades in prison. James Wilson, 42, was sentenced to 47-81 years behind bars in Douglas County District Court on Tuesday after being convicted of a litany of charges — including attempted first-degree murder and terroristic threats — stemming from the June 2023 incident.
Nebraska Game and Parks urging caution on bodies of water ahead of holiday weekend
Officials with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission want you to use caution if you're headed to a state park this Fourth of July, especially since the rivers are still high across the Omaha metro. The focus is on rivers like the Missouri, Elkhorn or even the Platte, as well...
Police investigate armed robbery at US Bank in northwest Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. — Police are investigating armed robbery at a bank in northwest Omaha on Wednesday morning. The robbery occurred around 9 a.m. at the U.S. Bank near 90th and Maple streets. Officers arrived at the bank and found multiple employees who had been immobilized with zip ties, Omaha...
Confidence key for Bedford's Rogers in breakout year
(KMAland) -- The latest Jim Hughes Real Estate KMAland Male Athlete of the Week has been a cool customer throughout the 2024 baseball season, creating success for him and his team. Bedford junior Tim Rogers has had a breakout year, highlighted by his recent JHRE AOTW honor. The key? The...
Tips To Stay Safe On Independence Day
Lincoln, NE – No matter how you celebrate Independence Day, be sure to stay safe with these tips from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. Fireworks are meant to be enjoyed, but they can also be dangerous. According to the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), there are more than 9,000 firework-related emergencies annually. Approximately 36% of firework-related emergencies involve children under the age of 15.
Video: Flooding along Missouri River near the Missouri, Nebraska border
KMBC, a Hearst affiliate, got a new look at the flooding along the Missouri River. News Chopper 9 flew over Rulo, Nebraska in the southeast corner of the state, near the Missouri border. You can see the river is spilling over into nearby trees after flooding further north, and even...
Hornady Manufacturing VP charged with DUI and reckless driving in Grand Island
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — The vice president of one of Grand Island’s largest employers faces charges after a sheriff’s deputy said he drove three times the speed limit while driving nearly twice the legal drinking limit last month. Jason Hornady, 54, is charged in Hall County Court...
Lincoln woman rams task force vehicles in attempt to evade arrest
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A Lincoln woman wanted on a felony arrest warrant rammed into task force officers’ vehicles in a failed attempt to escape. The Metro Area Fugitive Task Force spotted Makaila Fryrear, 30, pumping gas into her Audi at 44th and Cornhusker. Task force members attempted to take her into custody by boxing in her vehicle, the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office said. Fryrear managed to get back in the driver’s seat, rammed into the task members’ vehicles, and escaped.
Denison Man Pleads Guilty to Illegal Gun and Silencer Possession
(Denison) The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Iowa says Ian Ward, 37, from Denison, pled guilty on July 2nd to one count of prohibited person in possession of a firearm, one count of possession of a short-barreled rifle, and one count of possession of silencers. Evidence...
Iowa State Fair bird flu precautions
Des Moines, IA- Iowa State Fair CEO Jeremy Parsons says there will be a dairy cattle show at this year’s fair, but other activities involving dairy cattle may be changed or canceled to protect animals from the spread of bird flu. “Our job is to showcase all of Iowa...
Iowa rural electric cooperative association chooses Kansas attorney as next leader
A Kansas attorney will lead a statewide group that lobbies for Iowa's rural electric cooperatives as the association's current executive retires. The Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives board said it chosen Leslie Kaufman of Topeka, Kansas, as the association’s next executive vice president and general manager. She will replace Chuck Soderberg, the group's...
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