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More severe storms expected Wednesday after stormy start
DES MOINES, Iowa – A morning round of storms dropped a lot of rain across central Iowa and another round of severe storms is expected again Wednesday night. Morning storms brought strong winds and hail. Wind gusts over 60 mph were reported in Ottumwa and Melcher-Dallas. Norwalk saw several reports of gusts in the 50-55 […]
As the youngest population in Iowa, Latinos are finding success through education
Part of a series for the Des Moines Register's 175th anniversary that examines Iowa's past and future demographics. Gabby Guerra stood by the entrance of Jewett Hall on a recent Sunday afternoon, greeting the dozens of Latino families who came from all over Iowa to Drake University's campus. Even the intense heat was no match for Guerra's cheery voice and big smile as she welcomed parents and students armed with duffle bags, suitcases, fuzzy blankets and pillows....
217 Today: Iowa’s new abortion law could have ripple effects across the region
Champaign police are investigating the drowning death of a 2-year-old boy. When the National Association of Black Journalists conference opens tomorrow, the Republican presidential nominee will be there. Over 70 people showed up at the oldest African American church in Champaign County on Sunday to attend a vigil for Sonya...
Twin Cities-area man takes plea deal on North Iowa gun crime
MASON CITY, Iowa – A plea deal is reached by a Minnesota man facing gun and drug charges in Cerro Gordo County. Anthony Michael Jungk, 36 of Brooklyn Park, MN, has pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm as a felon. Charges of person ineligible to carry dangerous weapons and possession of marijuana-1st offense will likely be dismissed when Jungk is sentenced, which is scheduled for August 26.
KLEM News for Wednesday, July 31
It will take a week to clean up the tree damage caused by the severe storm that struck Le Mars early Tuesday. Le Mars Fire Rescue Chief Dave Schipper says heavy rain and a sustained wind of some 52 miles per hour hit the city around midnight Tuesday. The strong wind lasted for 30 minutes, causing branches to crack and fall on every city block. Schipper says six power lines were downed by falling branches. The debris also disconnected power to eleven homes. Three homes suffered roof damage due to falling limbs and branches. Schipper said firefighters, city crews, and private contractors were out in force early Tuesday, working block to block to restore power, and to make streets passable by morning.
Construction projects at North Fork Whitewater Park, 1st Street
Work began Tuesday along the north side of the shoreline of the North Fork Whitewater Park, from the 1st Street bridge to the railroad bridge. The river will remain open and visitors will still have full river access. However, you are asked to stay away from the construction zone. The work is expected to last for the rest of the week.
Let's settle the debate, Iowans: At what temperature do you set your AC thermostat?
It's a simple question, but an age-old debate: At what temperature should the air conditioning be set? The hot Iowa summer has been upon us, and 97% of the state's households use air conditioning equipment to stay cool, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. With the heat index in Iowa and Des Moines...
Rockwell American Legion receives $20,000 for new building
(ABC 6 News) – The Cerro Gordo County Community Foundation rewarded some outstanding organizations working to better their community on Monday. The foundation awarded grants to 13 nonprofits and government organizations across the county at a ceremony at John Adams Middle School in Mason City. “We look for projects...
Camp Winnebago Owner Rally Draws 550 Units to Forest City
FOREST CITY, Iowa – Winnebago Industries Inc. last year changed the name of its annual RV owners rally from its traditional “Grand National Rally” to “Camp Winnebago” just to keep up with the times. But that didn’t mean that the popular 55-year-old event itself, which...