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Investigators did not violate rights in college gambling probe, state says in filing
Attorneys for the state have filed to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the investigation that roiled Iowa collegiate athletic programs and resulted in multiple criminal charges. More than 20 people, mostly student athletes at the University of Iowa and Iowa State University, were accused last year of underage gambling and identity theft, the latter for allegedly using other peoples' online gambling accounts to place wagers on athletic events. Nineteen pleaded guilty and were fined $645 for underage gambling, while six more had their charges dismissed.
Fairfield Man Arrested after K-9 Unit Vehicle Search
A Fairfield man was arrested after a K-9 Unit searched his vehicle. 50-year-old Tim Polson was arrested for possession of a controlled substance 3rd or subsequent offense and failure to affix a drug tax stamp, both are class D felonies. On July 12, Des Moines County Sheriff’s Deputies stopped Polson’s...
Illinois dam fails after heavy rains and tornadoes sweep across state; hundreds told to evacuate
Storms with heavy rains and tornadoes rattled Illinois, overtopping a dam Tuesday in a southern part of the state and forcing hundreds to evacuate their homes. Water overtopped a dam near Nashville, Illinois, sending first responders to the flooded area to make sure everyone got out safely, officials said. There were no reports of injuries in the community of 3,000 southeast of St. Louis, but crews were sent to a home where a woman reported water up to her waist, said Alex Haglund, a spokesperson for the Washington County Emergency Management Agency.
A Very Vintage Market brings vendors, shoppers to Burlington
Downtown Burlington is the place to be on Saturday for fans of vintage items. A Very Vintage Market takes over the 200 – 800 blocks of Jefferson Street on Saturday, July 20 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Over 120 vendors will be offering antiques, vintage-inspired décor, repurposed items, architectural salvage and more. A food […]
Ottumwa motorcyclist injured in Tuesday morning crash
OTTUMWA, Iowa — A southeast Iowa motorcycle rider was injured in a Tuesday morning crash involving a car. It happened just after 11:30 a.m. near the intersection of U.S. Highway 63 and Rochester. According to the Ottumwa Police Department, the motorcycle rider, Dakota Jeffery Boyer, 33, of Ottumwa, received...
Ottumwa Man Arrested after Stealing from Delivery Truck
An Ottumwa man was arrested after allegedly stealing personal belongings from a delivery truck. 29-year-old Dillon Sisler was charged with 3rd degree burglary (unoccupied motor vehicle), an aggravated misdemeanor. On May 26 at 12:16 a.m, court records say Sisler entered an unoccupied delivery truck in the Hyvee parking lot on...
UPDATED SOUTHERN IOWA FAIR SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED FOR TONIGHT (7/16)
OSKALOOSA — The Southern Iowa Fair Board and Extension Council announced last night that all events at the Southern Iowa Fair that were scheduled for 5:30pm or later were canceled due to the severe weather. The board released the updated schedule for today (7/16) on their Facebook page.
Senator Hough discusses rural concerns and healthcare in Kirksville campaign stop
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — We're just three weeks away from the Missouri Primary. Candidates on both sides of the aisle are on the last stretch of their campaigns, trying to attract last-minute support. St. Sen. Lincoln Hough (R-Springfield), a candidate for Lieutenant Governor, stopped by Kirksville Tuesday for a meeting...
Identity of possible Kirksville drowning victim unknown
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — An investigation is underway into the death of a young man found at the bottom of a Kirksville pool Monday night. The tragedy at Woodwinds Condominiums in Kirksville was reported shortly before 8 p.m. Witnesses told KTVO that a resident at the complex noticed the victim's...
Hannibal man and two juveniles arrested for church burglary
Hannibal, Mo. (KHQA) — A Hannibal man and two juveniles have been arrested for a church burglary. On Tuesday, July 16th, the 10th Judicial Circuit Court of Marion County issued a warrant for Caleb S. Nelson, 19 of Hannibal, charging him with Accessory to Burglary. The charges stem from...
Memorial Hospital's prep & go event helps busy families prepare healthy meals
Carthage, Ill. (KHQA) — As the school year approaches and the harvest season begins, Memorial Hospital’s Health & Wellness Center is offering Meals with Memorial: PREP & GO!. This popular workshop returns to help busy individuals and families prepare nutritious and delicious meals with ease. The event will...
Philly city employees return to in-person work despite union pushback
PHILADELPHIA (TND) — City employees in Philadelphia began working in-person full time again on Monday. The workers returned to their offices after a trial court judge ruled against a union seeking to block Mayor Cherelle Parker’s order requiring in-person work. AFSCME District Council 47, which sued the Parker...
Propane truck overturns in northeast Missouri; only small amount leaked
EAST OF LA PLATA, Mo. — A truck hauling propane overturned Tuesday morning in northeast Missouri. The one-vehicle crash happened at 8:30 a.m. on Highway 156, five miles east of La Plata. Trooper Cody Snyder told KTVO that the driver of the truck, Jeffrey Miller, 64, of Shelbyville, ran...
Iowa high school softball state tournament 2024: See IGHSAU brackets for all five classes
The Iowa high school softball season is winding down, which means the IGHSAU softball state tournament is set to begin. Play for all five classes will run from July 22-26 in Fort Dodge. Listed below are the dates and matchups for each class:. Class 5A. 10 a.m. CT — No....
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