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Man who shot Waterloo police officers had history of fighting with law enforcement
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A Cedar Rapids man was taken into custody after displaying handgun during a traffic stop
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Gov. Reynolds Announces Appointments to Iowa’s Boards and Commissions
(Des Moines) Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announced Monday appointments to Iowa’s boards and commissions. The following appointments are subject to Senate confirmation:. Board of Sign Language Interpreters and Transliterators. Amanda Miller, Pocahontas. Tina Jarvis, Clinton. Amanda Gallant, Polk. Real Estate Commission. John Sweeney, Allamakee. Dakotah Reed, Polk. Alicia Porter,...
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DES MOINES, Iowa — A new law went into effect this month changing the type of license that young teens can get to drive to school. The Special Minor’s Restricted License replaces the Minor School License and adds more freedom to 14 and 15-year-olds who choose to get one. With a SMRL teens can drive […]
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After 38 years as the Iowa Utilities Board, the regulatory oversight agency said Monday it's been renamed the Iowa Utilities Commission. The name change was part of legislation Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law in May that eliminated, merged and or reduced the membership of dozens of state boards and commissions.
University of Iowa and Iowa State University drop in U.S. News & World Report global ranks
In the most recent U.S. News & World Report, the University of Iowa fell 45 spots in Best Global Universities Rankings, while Iowa State University's ranking dropped 81 spots. The University of Iowa ranked 180th in last year's list, but fell to 225th in 2024. Iowa State University was ranked 263rd in 2023 and is now ranked 344th.
Unable to comply with law that hasn't been defined, Iowa hemp retailers cut staff, hours
Owners of some Des Moines businesses that sell consumable hemp products say they are curtailing sales, cutting store hours or closing stores and laying off employees as a still-undefined state law governing the market takes effect, leaving them uncertain how to proceed. The bill restricting the products containing tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC,...
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Iowa Governor Requests the Reconsideration of Fines Regarding Youth Labor
(Des Moines) Iowa Governor Reynolds has sent a letter to the Department of Labor requesting a reconsideration of fines imposed on small businesses in Iowa for violating youth labor laws. The fines, which can reach up to 180 thousand dollars, are causing concerns for businesses. The discrepancy between federal and state laws regarding the working hours of 14 and 15-year-olds has led to these fines. Reynolds argues that enforcing federal law puts business owners in a difficult position and impacts youth employment opportunities. The Iowa Federation of Labor supports the Department of Labor’s enforcement efforts. At the same time, Reynolds emphasizes the need to address the differences between federal and state labor laws.
Weather Update: Northeast Iowa and Southwestern Wisconsin Brace for Storms
La Crosse, WI – A second round of thunderstorms bringing heavy rainfall will move through the La Crosse region later this afternoon into the overnight hours. Rainfall amounts of 1 to 3+ inches are possible, primarily across portions of northeast Iowa and southwestern Wisconsin. Residents are urged to be alert for additional river rises and flooding in susceptible low-lying areas.
Drink too much on Fourth of July? AAA offers free tows to keep drunk drivers off the roads
Iowans who can't safely get behind the wheel after a day of holiday drinking have another option to get home: AAA is offering a service to keep impaired rivers off the road over the holiday. The service is also available in Iowa, Nebraska and nine other states. AAA - The Auto Club Group has provided the Tow to Go program for over 25 years, keeping nearly 30,000 impaired drivers off U.S. roadways over its history. ...
Iowa Great Lake’s officials begin brainstorming how to relieve flooded lakes
Iowa's great lakes are overflowing and many lakefront homeowners are dealing with water-damaged basements or worse. county officials say plans to help residents and prevent more flooding is in the works.
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