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StormTeam 3: Lingering showers and storms possible today
A low-end threat for showers and storms exists Thursday with a severe weather risk also in the cards. A low pressure system is sitting over southeastern Minnesota and North Iowa Thursday morning, which will eventually push eastward. This movement will open the door for the possibility of some wrap-around showers and storms into the region. Due to our humid air mass that remains in place, any storm that does manage to form has the potential to reach severe criteria.
Public Meeting Schedule for Iowa American Water’s Request to Increase Water Utility Rates
Iowa American Water filed an application (petition) with the Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) on May 1, 2024, seeking an increase in its water utility rates to be effective April 1, 2025. The utility is requesting:. An increase in annual water revenue of $21,106,223, or approximately 46.7% above their existing water...
Iowa DCI: Investigations of police shootings involve far more than just viewing cam videos
Even in a world where surveillance cameras seem to be everywhere, investigating an officer-related shooting is not as easy as pushing the “play” button on a body cam, an Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation official says. The DCI will be investigating the fatal shooting by Des Moines police Tuesday of a Nebraska man...
Western Iowa Braces for Heat as Weekend Approaches with Mild Thunderstorms
Des Moines, IA – Western Iowa is expected to experience a warm and mostly calm end to the week, according to the latest forecast from the US National Weather Service in Des Moines. A few thunderstorms may develop over the northeast region of the state this afternoon and early evening, but the potential for severe weather remains low. The overall weather pattern is set to bring dry conditions through the weekend.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has Been Issued
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for our western counties until 1 a.m. Your First Alert: More severe storm chances late this evening into tonight. Storms are likely tonight, with a threat of severe weather once again. Damaging wind would be the primary threat,...
Iowa Named One Of The Best States For Health Care
Living somewhere that has really good health care is really important. Almost as important as living in a very safe town. Luckily, Iowans can rest easy at night knowing that their state is in the top 5 best states for health care. I mean, think about it. We have great medical facilities and hospitals across the state. The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and the Stead Family Children's Hospital are world renowned.
Storm Reports for Wednesday, July 31st
(Area) Severe storms rolled through southwest Iowa Wednesday evening with numerous reports of strong wind gusts. The following reports are from the National Weather Service:. 76 mph wind NW Silver City in Mills County at 6:04 p.m. 70 mph wind SW of McClelland in Pottawattamie County at 6:06 p.m. 73...
Racehorse owners sue national organization over tax assessments in Iowa
(Des Moines, Iowa) – Two racehorse owners at Polk County’s Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino are suing the national nonprofit horseracing organization that collects taxes and fees from owners. The Iowa Capital Dispatch reports Joseph A. Kelly of Des Moines, a thoroughbred racehorse owner who owns three horses that race at Prairie Meadows, and Douglas L. Anderson of Arkansas, who owns two horses that race at Prairie Meadows, are suing the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa. HISA is a nonprofit corporation based in Lexington, Kentucky, to which the federal government has delegated the power to assess taxes and fees against all trainers, owners, breeders, jockeys, racetracks, veterinarians, and other people by a state racing commission.
Meet the 3 Libertarian Party candidates running for Congress in Iowa
The Libertarian Party of Iowa will be fielding a candidate in three of the four Congressional districts in Iowa. Nicholas Gluba in the 1st Congressional District, Marco Battaglia in the 3rd Congressional District and Charles Aldrich in the 4th Congressional District filed their official candidacy papers Monday at the Iowa State Capitol. Here's what...
Iowa weather: This July was one of Des Moines' top 10 wettest
DES MOINES, Iowa — Parts of central Iowa finished July in soggy shape, thanks to this week's thunderstorms. Related video above: Marion County has flooding concerns as more rain moves in. All told, the Des Moines International Airport logged 8.99 inches of rain last month. That makes July 2024...
2024 Special Census is Extended
The 2024 Special Census is nearing completion, but we still have residents who have not been included in our updated population count yet. Due to heat and storms, field representatives from the U.S. Census Bureau are extending their time knocking on doors into mid-August. If you get a visit, please answer the door. It only takes a few minutes to complete the short questionnaire about the number of people in your household. Remember to check your door for a Notice of Visit if a census worker visited when you were not home. Call the number to talk to the local field office and complete the census questions over the phone. Your five minutes can make a positive impact on Waukee for years to come!
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