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Overnight Tuesday and early Wednesday morning, Jones -- along with other city leaders -- kept watch of the Cedar River. At 5 a.m., water broke through the HESCO flood barriers.

Cedar River leaves Waverly with flooded roads and headaches

Overnight Tuesday and early Wednesday morning, Jones -- along with other city leaders -- kept watch of the Cedar River.

At 5 a.m., water broke through the HESCO flood barriers. More>>

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Honor Flight: Veterans cherish memories on trip

Ninety veterans are back home in Iowa after an incredible day in Washington, D.C., Tuesday as part of the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight from Cedar Rapids.

Ninety veterans are back home in Iowa after an incredible day in Washington, D.C., Tuesday as part of the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight from Cedar Rapids. More>>

Okla. tornado damage: Thousands of homes, $1.5-$2B

The tornado that struck an Oklahoma City suburb this week may have created $2 billion or more in damage as it tore through as many as 13,000 homes, multiple schools and a hospital, officials said Wednesday as they gave the... More>>

Arias jury deadlocked but must keep deliberating

Jurors in the Jodi Arias murder said Wednesday they were unable to reach a unanimous verdict on whether she should be sentenced to life in prison or death for killing her one-time boyfriend, prompting the judge to instruct... More>>

Dysart man charged with enticing, giving obscene material to minor

A 19-year-old Dysart man was arrested after allegedly enticing and giving obscene material to a minor.

A 19-year-old Dysart man was arrested after allegedly enticing and giving obscene material to a minor. More>>

Marshalltown man arrested after chase in Ackley, Iowa Falls

A Marshalltown man faces charges after a high-speed chase with police.

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Opening statements started Wednesday in Twigg trial

Opening statements got underway Wednesday morning in the trial of a former Waterloo teacher accused of inappropriate behavior with students.

Opening statements got underway Wednesday morning in the trial of a former Waterloo teacher accused of inappropriate behavior with students. More>>

Main Street Iowa program successful at spurring growth in communities

According to a study recently released by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, more than $1 billion has been invested in the state so that areas like First Street in Mount Vernon can be successful.

Grilling safety tips for Memorial Day weekend

As Memorial Day weekend approaches and people start firing up the grill, the Cedar Rapids Fire Department asks people to keep in mind some simple safety tips.

As Memorial Day weekend approaches and people start firing up the grill, the Cedar Rapids Fire Department asks people to keep in mind some simple safety tips. More>>

School Talk 7 'Xtra with Gladbrook-Reinbeck superintendent

This week's School Talk 7 'Xtra features Tim Kuehl from Gladbrook-Reinbeck Community School District.

This week's School Talk 7 'Xtra features Tim Kuehl from Gladbrook-Reinbeck Community School District. More>>

UPDATE: Missing 15-year-old's backpack located

Kathlynn Shepard is 5'6", weighs 160 pounds and has blonde hair, blue eyes and braces.

Police and K9 officers have located a missing Webster County teen's backpack and a photo of her the day of her abduction as the search for her continues. More>>

Tonight at 10: Un-Natural Disasters +5: University of Iowa

Wednesday on the KWWL News at 10, Jason Epner shows us the University of Iowa's monumental task of rebuilding a significant part of campus lost in 2008's historic flooding. It's a price tag now approaching $1 billion. More>>

Lawmaker says they have tentative education deal

A state lawmaker says legislators have a tentative education policy deal that would provide additional school funding. More>>

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Iowa reaches settlement with Penguin on e-books
Iowa reaches settlement with Penguin on e-books
Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller says his office has reached an agreement with a major U.S. book publisher to settle allegations the company attempted to manipulate prices in the e-book market.More >>
Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller says his office has reached an agreement with a major U.S. book publisher to settle allegations the company attempted to manipulate prices in the e-book market.More >>
Lawmaker says they have tentative education deal
Lawmaker says they have tentative education deal
A state lawmaker says legislators have a tentative education policy deal that would provide additional school funding.More >>
A state lawmaker says legislators have a tentative education policy deal that would provide additional school funding.More >>
Principal Wellness invests in Accountable Health
Principal Wellness invests in Accountable Health
Principal Financial Group says it has agreed to transfer ownership of its Principal Wellness business to a Rockville, Md.-based company focused on improving employee wellness programs.More >>
Principal Financial Group says it has agreed to transfer ownership of its Principal Wellness business to a Rockville, Md.-based company focused on improving employee wellness programs.More >>
More ethanol leaking after Iowa train derailment
More ethanol leaking after Iowa train derailment
Iowa officials say more ethanol is leaking into the Little Cedar River following a train derailment east of Charles City.More >>
Iowa officials say more ethanol is leaking into the Little Cedar River following a train derailment east of Charles City.More >>
Sammy Hagar faces appeal of tossed defamation case
Sammy Hagar faces appeal of tossed defamation case
A former Playboy bunny who claims Sammy Hagar fathered her now-deceased child is appealing a ruling that dismissed her lawsuit against the former Van Halen frontman.More >>
A former Playboy bunny who claims Sammy Hagar fathered her now-deceased child is appealing a ruling that dismissed her lawsuit against the former Van Halen frontman.More >>
News Minute: Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press
Authorities say a man who abducted two girls and committed suicide earlier this week had a long criminal history and was ordered to undergo sex offender treatment as a teenager. Cerro Gordo County Sheriff Kevin Pals says...More >>
Lawmakers have deal on low-income health care
Lawmakers have deal on low-income health care
Iowa lawmakers have reached a tentative deal to accept federal funding to provide health care coverage to low-income residents.More >>
Iowa lawmakers have reached a tentative deal to accept federal funding to provide health care coverage to low-income residents.More >>
Banks earns Hall of Fame nod from Hawkeyes
Banks earns Hall of Fame nod from Hawkeyes
Former Iowa quarterback Brad Banks headlines the latest class of athletes set to be inducted into the athletic department's Hall of Fame.More >>
Former Iowa quarterback Brad Banks headlines the latest class of athletes set to be inducted into the athletic department's Hall of Fame.More >>
Federal judge orders child returned to Sweden
Federal judge orders child returned to Sweden
A federal judge in Des Moines has ordered a 3-year-old girl at the center of an international custody dispute returned to Sweden after concluding the child is being wrongfully kept in Iowa by her mother.More >>
A federal judge in Des Moines has ordered a 3-year-old girl at the center of an international custody dispute returned to Sweden after concluding the child is being wrongfully kept in Iowa by her mother.More >>
Iowa City landlord's peeping trial pushed back
Iowa City landlord's peeping trial pushed back
The trial of an Iowa City landlord accused of peeping on his tenants has been pushed back to the summer.More >>
The trial of an Iowa City landlord accused of peeping on his tenants has been pushed back to the summer.More >>

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Okla. tornado damage: Thousands of homes, $1.5-$2B
Okla. tornado damage: Thousands of homes, $1.5-$2B
With her son holding her elbow, Colleen Arvin walked up her driveway to what was left of her house for 40 years.More >>
The tornado that struck an Oklahoma City suburb this week may have created $2 billion or more in damage as it tore through as many as 13,000 homes, multiple schools and a hospital, officials said Wednesday as they gave the...More >>
Arias jury deadlocked but must keep deliberating
Arias jury deadlocked but must keep deliberating
As a jury deliberates whether Jodi Arias should live or die for killing her one-time boyfriend, the convicted murderer says she deserves a chance at freedom someday.More >>
Jurors in the Jodi Arias murder said Wednesday they were unable to reach a unanimous verdict on whether she should be sentenced to life in prison or death for killing her one-time boyfriend, prompting the judge to instruct...More >>
Bears LB Urlacher announces his retirement
Bears LB Urlacher announces his retirement
Star linebacker Brian Urlacher says he's retiring after spending 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.More >>
Brian Urlacher wasn't sure how dominant he could be any longer, so he's calling it a career after 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.More >>
Doctors save Ohio boy by 'printing' an airway tube
Doctors save Ohio boy by 'printing' an airway tube
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer In a medical first, doctors used plastic particles and a 3-D laser printer to create an airway splint to save the life of a baby boy who used to stop...More >>
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer In a medical first, doctors used plastic particles and a 3-D laser printer to create an airway splint to save the life of a baby boy who used to stop breathing...More >>
Douglas, Damon dramatize a steamy showbiz affair
Douglas, Damon dramatize a steamy showbiz affair
The idea of Michael Douglas playing Liberace might seem nearly as outrageous as Liberace himself.More >>
The idea of Michael Douglas playing Liberace might seem nearly as outrageous as Liberace himself.More >>
Kerry: US, allies ready to step up aid to rebels
Kerry: US, allies ready to step up aid to rebels
Secretary of State John Kerry says the United States and its Arab and European allies will step up their support for Syria's opposition to help them "fight for the freedom of their country" if President Bashar...More >>
The U.S. and several key allies looked again Wednesday for a strategy to end Syria's civil war, their united efforts unable at the moment to stem the Assad regime's military gains and Washington still unwilling to...More >>
Man shot to death while questioned in Boston probe
Man shot to death while questioned in Boston probe
The FBI says a man being questioned by authorities in the Boston bombing probe was fatally shot when he initiated a violent confrontation.More >>
A Chechen immigrant was shot to death by authorities early Wednesday after he turned violent while being questioned about his ties to one of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects, officials said.More >>
LA mayor-elect says he'll focus on economy
LA mayor-elect says he'll focus on economy
Councilman Eric Garcetti, who jammed with pop star Moby and fashioned himself as a voice for a new generation of city leaders, has opened a growing lead in the race for Los Angeles mayor with the pool of uncounted...More >>
Los Angeles Mayor-elect Eric Garcetti says he's going to focus like a "laser beam" on the economy when he takes office July 1.More >>
Broke no laws, IRS official says _ then takes 5th
Broke no laws, IRS official says _ then takes 5th
A House committee taking Congress' latest look at the Internal Revenue Service's mistreatment of tea party groups will apparently have to do so without input from the star witness.More >>
At the center of a political storm, an Internal Revenue Service supervisor whose agents targeted conservative groups swore Wednesday she did nothing wrong, broke no laws and never lied to Congress. Then she refused to answer...More >>
Key House chairman slams Senate immigration bill
Key House chairman slams Senate immigration bill
A far-reaching bill to remake the nation's troubled immigration system is headed to the full Senate after approval by the Senate Judiciary Committee.More >>
A key House committee chairman on Wednesday sharply criticized a wide-ranging immigration bill just passed by a Senate committee, underscoring the difficulties ahead as the politically volatile measure moves forward in a...More >>

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Honor Flight: Veterans cherish memories on trip
Honor Flight: Veterans cherish memories on trip
Ninety veterans are back home in Iowa after an incredible day in Washington, D.C., Tuesday as part of the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight from Cedar Rapids.
Ninety veterans are back home in Iowa after an incredible day in Washington, D.C., Tuesday as part of the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight from Cedar Rapids.More >>
Ninety veterans are back home in Iowa after an incredible day in Washington, D.C., Tuesday as part of the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight from Cedar Rapids.More >>
Dysart man charged with enticing, giving obscene material to minor
Dysart man charged with enticing, giving obscene material to minor
A 19-year-old Dysart man was arrested after allegedly enticing and giving obscene material to a minor.
A 19-year-old Dysart man was arrested after allegedly enticing and giving obscene material to a minor.More >>
A 19-year-old Dysart man was arrested after allegedly enticing and giving obscene material to a minor.More >>
Marshalltown man arrested after chase in Ackley, Iowa Falls
Marshalltown man arrested after chase in Ackley, Iowa Falls
A Marshalltown man faces charges after a high-speed chase with police.
A Marshalltown man faces charges after a high-speed chase with police.

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A Marshalltown man faces charges after a high-speed chase with police.

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Opening statements started Wednesday in Twigg trial
Opening statements started Wednesday in Twigg trial
Opening statements got underway Wednesday morning in the trial of a former Waterloo teacher accused of inappropriate behavior with students.
Opening statements got underway Wednesday morning in the trial of a former Waterloo teacher accused of inappropriate behavior with students.More >>
Opening statements got underway Wednesday morning in the trial of a former Waterloo teacher accused of inappropriate behavior with students.More >>
Cedar River leaves Waverly with flooded roads and headaches
Cedar River leaves Waverly with flooded roads and headaches
Overnight Tuesday and early Wednesday morning, Jones -- along with other city leaders -- kept watch of the Cedar River. At 5 a.m., water broke through the HESCO flood barriers.
Overnight Tuesday and early Wednesday morning, Jones -- along with other city leaders -- kept watch of the Cedar River.

At 5 a.m., water broke through the HESCO flood barriers.More >>
Overnight Tuesday and early Wednesday morning, Jones -- along with other city leaders -- kept watch of the Cedar River.

At 5 a.m., water broke through the HESCO flood barriers.More >>
Main Street Iowa program successful at spurring growth in communities
Main Street Iowa program successful at spurring growth in communities
According to a study recently released by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, more than $1 billion has been invested in the state so that areas like First Street in Mount Vernon can be successful.
According to a study recently released by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, more than $1 billion has been invested in the state so that areas like First Street in Mount Vernon can be successful.More >>
According to a study recently released by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, more than $1 billion has been invested in the state so that areas like First Street in Mount Vernon can be successful.More >>
Grilling safety tips for Memorial Day weekend
Grilling safety tips for Memorial Day weekend
As Memorial Day weekend approaches and people start firing up the grill, the Cedar Rapids Fire Department asks people to keep in mind some simple safety tips.
As Memorial Day weekend approaches and people start firing up the grill, the Cedar Rapids Fire Department asks people to keep in mind some simple safety tips.More >>
As Memorial Day weekend approaches and people start firing up the grill, the Cedar Rapids Fire Department asks people to keep in mind some simple safety tips.More >>
School Talk 7 'Xtra with Gladbrook-Reinbeck superintendent
School Talk 7 'Xtra with Gladbrook-Reinbeck superintendent
This week's School Talk 7 'Xtra features Tim Kuehl from Gladbrook-Reinbeck Community School District.
This week's School Talk 7 'Xtra features Tim Kuehl from Gladbrook-Reinbeck Community School District.More >>
This week's School Talk 7 'Xtra features Tim Kuehl from Gladbrook-Reinbeck Community School District.More >>
UPDATE: Missing 15-year-old's backpack located
UPDATE: Missing 15-year-old's backpack located
Kathlynn Shepard is 5'6", weighs 160 pounds and has blonde hair, blue eyes and braces.
Police and K9 officers have located a missing Webster County teen's backpack and a photo of her the day of her abduction as the search for her continues.More >>
Police and K9 officers have located a missing Webster County teen's backpack and a photo of her the day of her abduction as the search for her continues.More >>
Trailer court evacuated in Janesville due to flooding
Trailer court evacuated in Janesville due to flooding
Public works personnel moved a group of people from an area of Janesville Wednesday morning.More >>
Public works personnel moved a group of people from an area of Janesville Wednesday morning.More >>

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Jefferson H.S. names softball field after legendary coach
Jefferson H.S. names softball field after legendary coach
The Jefferson High School softball field will officially become the Larry Niemeyer Field on Tuesday, May 28.
The Jefferson High School softball field will officially become the Larry Niemeyer Field on Tuesday, May 28.More >>
The Jefferson High School softball field will officially become the Larry Niemeyer Field on Tuesday, May 28.

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UNI athletic training students get pass rate of 100 percent
UNI athletic training students get pass rate of 100 percent
Athletic training students at the University of Northern Iowa have set the bar high with a pass rate of 100 percent on their Board of Certification (BOC) exams, compared to the national average of 70 percent.
Athletic training students at the University of Northern Iowa have set the bar high with a pass rate of 100 percent on their Board of Certification (BOC) exams.More >>
Athletic training students at the University of Northern Iowa have set the bar high with a pass rate of 100 percent on their Board of Certification (BOC) exams, compared to the national average of 70 percent.More >>
Cyclone Tailgate Tour hits the Cedar Valley
Cyclone Tailgate Tour hits the Cedar Valley
The Iowa State Cyclone Tailgate Tour paid a visit to the Cedar Valley Wednesday night.More >>
The Iowa State Cyclone Tailgate Tour paid a visit to the Cedar Valley Wednesday night.
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Black Hawk star grabs two USHL awards
Black Hawk star grabs two USHL awards
The United States Hockey League has recognized the Waterloo Black Hawks' top scorer as both its Forward and Player of the Year for 2012/13 on Wednesday.
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The United States Hockey League has recognized the Waterloo Black Hawks' top scorer as both its Forward and Player of the Year for 2012/13 on Wednesday.
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Former Hawk Micah Hyde talks about his chances of making Packers
Former Hawk Micah Hyde talks about his chances of making Packers
Former Iowa Hawkeye football star Micah Hyde returned to eastern Iowa recently to give back by presenting donated items to the Boys and Girls Club of Cedar Rapids.
Former Iowa Hawkeye football star Micah Hyde returned to eastern Iowa recently to give back by presenting donated items to the Boys and Girls Club of Cedar Rapids.More >>
Former Iowa Hawkeye football star Micah Hyde returned to eastern Iowa recently to give back by presenting donated items to the Boys and Girls Club of Cedar Rapids.More >>

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List of eastern Iowans confirmed safe after Boston Marathon explosions
List of eastern Iowans confirmed safe after Boston Marathon explosions
KWWL is reaching out to as many eastern Iowans as possible to put together a list of those who are safe after two explosions hit the Boston Marathon on Monday, April 15.More >>
KWWL is reaching out to as many eastern Iowans as possible to put together a list of those who are safe after two explosions hit the Boston Marathon on Monday, April 15.More >>
Un-Natural Disasters +5: The Floods and Tornado of 2008
Un-Natural Disasters +5: The Floods and Tornado of 2008
Un-Natural Disasters
KWWL's coverage of the floods and tornado of 2008 can be found here. Also get more information on Terry Swails' "Un-Natural Disasters" and how to get your copy of the book and DVD.More >>
KWWL's coverage of the floods and tornado of 2008 can be found here. Also get more information on Terry Swails' "Un-Natural Disasters" and how to get your copy of the book and DVD.More >>
Your Eastern Iowa
Your Eastern Iowa
From severe weather to breaking news to pets, kids and RAGBRAI, find and submit photos of You Eastern Iowa right here.More >>
From severe weather to breaking news to pets, kids and RAGBRAI, find and submit photos of You Eastern Iowa right here.More >>
The Steele Report
The Steele Report
Newsmakers, politicians and community leaders sit down with Ron Steele for The Steele Report, every Sunday at 10 a.m. on KWWL. Find previous episodes here.More >>
Newsmakers, politicians and community leaders sit down with Ron Steele for The Steele Report, every Sunday at 10 a.m. on KWWL. Find previous episodes here.
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In Session: News from the Iowa Legislature
In Session
Find your legislator, track a bill and listen to audio from the Iowa Legislature. Get all of your Iowa political news from "In Session."More >>
Find your legislator, track a bill and listen to audio from the Iowa Legislature. Get all of your Iowa political news from "In Session."More >>
KWWL School Spirit
School Spirit
Does your school have spirit? Vote for them to win KWWL's School Spirit and be featured on Today in Iowa.More >>
Does your school have spirit? Vote for them to win KWWL's School Spirit and be featured on Today in Iowa.More >>
Someone You Should Know
Someone You Should Know
Click here to meet people who make a difference.More >>
Danielle Wagner introduces you to people who make a difference in eastern Iowa.
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Lyric & Elizabeth
Lyric & Elizabeth
A community mourns two Evansdale cousins. All related stories can be found here.More >>
A community mourns two Evansdale cousins. All related stories can be found here.
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You Decide
The NTSB has recommended that states lower the maximum blood alcohol content from .08 to .05. Do you think this would make our roads safer?

Yes
No
Thank you for participating in our poll. Here are the results so far:
Yes
30%
441 votes
No
70%
1050 votes

You Decide
Do you trust Waterloo Police to use an appropriate amount of force when dealing with suspects -- even if that results in a suspect's death?

Yes, always -- they are well-trained and I trust their judgment completely
Most of the time they use good judgment; they're human
Some of the time they use good judgment; they need more training
Not really, I believe they use excessive force
I do not trust the police at all
Thank you for participating in our poll. Here are the results so far:
Yes, always -- they are well-trained and I trust their judgment completely
34%
595 votes
Most of the time they use good judgment; they're human
45%
794 votes
Some of the time they use good judgment; they need more training
6%
107 votes
Not really, I believe they use excessive force
7%
127 votes
I do not trust the police at all
8%
146 votes
Waterloo police explain use of deadly force