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The meningitis vaccine can prevent the illness, so health officials are strongly urging men to get vaccinated before traveling to the city.Gay men who may be traveling to New York City for Pride Events are being warned by public health officials to be aware of the risk for deadly bacterial meningitis, according to NBC News. More>>
A 13-year-old faces some serious charges after leading police on a car chase early Sunday morning.A 13-year-old faces some serious charges after leading police on a car chase early Sunday morning. More>>
Fifty soldiers with the 2-211th General Support Aviation Battalion came home around 11 a.m. Tuesday after serving in Afghanistan for almost a year.Fifty soldiers with the 2-211th General Support Aviation Battalion came home around 11 a.m. Tuesday after serving in Afghanistan for almost a year. More>>
Keystone Area Education Agency's new 3D printer looks to make a big impact on students this fall. More>>
The Grout Museum and Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area have partnered up to collect oral farm stories from Iowa farmers from the 1920s - 1960s. More>>
The Iowa Veterans Home is getting nearly $24 million for renovations.The Iowa Veterans Home is getting nearly $24 million for renovations. More>>
A spokesman for U.S. Rep. Bruce Braley confirmed a bill was introduced Tuesday to delay the expansion of "Competitive Bidding."A spokesman for U.S. Rep. Bruce Braley confirmed a bill was introduced Tuesday to delay the expansion of "Competitive Bidding." More>>
A former Waterloo social worker has lost his license indefinitely for making inappropriate comments to clients and drinking on the job.A former Waterloo social worker has lost his license indefinitely for making inappropriate comments to clients and drinking on the job. More>>
An older man was assaulted in Cedar Rapids early Sunday morning.An older man was assaulted in Cedar Rapids early Sunday morning. More>>
Governor Terry Branstad has announced 42-year-old Duane "D.T." Magee as the interim head of the Iowa Department of Education.Governor Terry Branstad has announced 42-year-old Duane "D.T." Magee as the interim head of the Iowa Department of Education. More>>
A community homecoming ceremony will happen Tuesday morning for about 50 soldiers with the Waterloo-based 2-211th General Support Aviation Battalion.A homecoming for around 50 soldiers Tuesday morning brought out dozens in the community to welcome them back. More>>
The June 2013 Honor Flight out of Waterloo left Tuesday morning from the Waterloo Regional Airport for Washington D.C.The June 2013 Honor Flight out of Waterloo left Tuesday morning from the Waterloo Regional Airport for Washington D.C. More>>
Cedar Rapids authorities are investigating an early morning apartment fire Tuesday.Cedar Rapids authorities are investigating an early morning apartment fire Tuesday. More>>
An installation ceremony is scheduled for Des Moines' new postmaster. An installation ceremony is scheduled for Des Moines' new postmaster. More>>
A Des Moines Register survey has found 68 percent of Iowa adults believe children are more at risk of being abducted than when they were young, and only 25 percent believe children are safer today.A Des Moines Register survey has found 68 percent of Iowa adults believe children are more at risk of being abducted than when they were young, and only 25 percent believe children are safer today. More>>
A big decision was made on Monday impacting eastern Iowa communities looking to build flood protection.A big decision was made on Monday impacting eastern Iowa communities looking to build flood protection. More>>
The downtown Cedar Rapids library in the Armstrong Center will soon permanently close as another one opens later this summer.The downtown Cedar Rapids library in the Armstrong Center will soon permanently close as another one opens later this summer. More>>
A Cedar Rapids woman won the crown in the Mrs. Iowa America 2013 competition. More>>
A former Aplington-Parkersburg teacher will be in jail for several years for charges of sexual exploitation by a school employee.A former Aplington-Parkersburg teacher will be in jail for several years for charges of sexual exploitation by a school employee. More>>
Black Hawk County residents and others could be part of finding a cure for cancer.Black Hawk County residents and others could be part of finding a cure for cancer. More>>
Gov. Terry Branstad will sign a law that expands low-income health care in Iowa this Thursday.Gov. Terry Branstad will sign a law that expands low-income health care in Iowa this Thursday. More>>
Bob Hellman is well known in Waterloo for starting Hellman Associates Marketing and Ad Agency in 1967. But besides marketing, Hellman has another passion: He's a baseball guy.Bob Hellman is well known in Waterloo for starting Hellman Associates Marketing and Ad Agency in 1967. But besides marketing, Hellman has another passion: He's a baseball guy. More>>
Two men accused of robbing the Maynard Saving Bank while leading officers on a high-speed chase into Bremer County and seriously injuring two police officers in October of last year will now spend 75 years in prison. More>>
A Cresco man was arrested in Minnesota after fleeing Iowa during an investigation that he sexually assaulted at least two girls.A Cresco man was arrested in Minnesota after fleeing Iowa during an investigation that he sexually assaulted at least two girls. More>>
A Dubuque man that was already in jail for a rioting charge is now facing new charges after an investigation into a shooting last week. More>>
One man faces charges after a fight this weekend that ended with three people, including a pregnant employee of the restaurant, in the hospital.One man faces charges after a fight this weekend that ended with three people, including a pregnant employee of the restaurant, in the hospital. More>>
Waterloo Public Schools will be offering additional learning opportunities during the summer through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) camps. Waterloo Public Schools offer additional learning opportunities during the summer through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) camps. More>>
Waypoint Services is expanding their domestic violence services program to Black Hawk County to transition from the services of Seeds of Hope, the company announced in a statement.Waypoint Services is expanding their domestic violence services program to Black Hawk County to transition from the services of Seeds of Hope, the company announced in a statement. More>>
Monday kicks off the start of Drowning Prevention Week in Iowa, according to the Office of Gov. Terry Branstad.Monday kicks off the start of Drowning Prevention Week in Iowa, according to the Office of Gov. Terry Branstad. More>>
A Dubuque man has pleaded guilty in federal court to his role in a heroin death. More>>
The Iowa State Patrol says a Johnson County Sheriff's deputy was involved in a crash on Friday afternoon while responding to a call. More>>
High levels on the Cedar River in Cedar Rapids are forcing to close some roads, again. More>>
One person is injured after an overnight stabbing in Waterloo.One person is injured after an overnight stabbing in Waterloo. More>>
Allamakee County officials are investigating a small explosion that lead to a fire at a processing plant in Postville.Allamakee County officials are investigating a small explosion that lead to a fire at a processing plant in Postville. More>>
A piece of artwork was getting some attention in Cedar Rapids.A piece of artwork was getting some attention in Cedar Rapids. More>>
Dubuque has been named an All-America City for the third time.Dubuque has been named an All-America City for the third time. More>>
Legendary basketball analyst Dick Vitale and Iowa Hawkeyes basketball coach Fran McCaffery headline this year's annual 380 Companies and Dick Vitale Gala for the V Foundation this week.Legendary basketball analyst Dick Vitale and Iowa Hawkeyes basketball coach Fran McCaffery headline this year's annual 380 Companies and Dick Vitale Gala for the V Foundation this week. More>>
The Iowa Democratic Party announced a former chairman is now the party's interim chair.The Iowa Democratic Party announced a former chairman is now the party's interim chair. More>>
This spring's cool weather and severe storms are leading to a rough start for those who enjoy swimming pools.This spring's cool weather and severe storms are leading to a rough start for those who enjoy swimming pools. More>>
From exploring history, to working on his back swing, to watching a different kind of swing, many dads spent the day outdoors with their kids.From exploring history, to working on his back swing, to watching a different kind of swing, many dads spent the day outdoors with their kids. More>>
Dubuque Street in Iowa City is open again. The street had been closed for several weeks between Park Road and Foster Road due to flooding. More>>
About 13 years ago, the Monona Butterfly Garden was overrun with weeds and an eye sore in the community. The garden visitors see today is the vision of Jim Langhus.About 13 years ago, the Monona Butterfly Garden was overrun with weeds and an eye sore in the community. The garden visitors see today is the vision of Jim Langhus. More>>
Jacob, a huge Star Wars fan, got to meet his heroes on Saturday including the actor who played Boba Fett, Jeremy Bulloch, and a group of Mandalorian Mercs. More>>
Folks in rural Fredericksburg are concerned authorities are ignoring a case of animal neglect. More>>
Since 2007, the Dubuque City Council has made it a priority to bring the Historic Millwork District back to life. Today, the Historic Millwork District is home to apartments, businesses and galleries. More>>
Former NASA astronaut and Apollo 17 Commander Eugene Cernan helped cut the ribbon for the new Faces of Freedom exhibit. More>>
It's the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. Saturday evening residents of Dubuque celebrated Juneteeth. More>>
"We weren't saying a specific prayer, just help us get out of here, help us," recalled Gina Tippetts of Waverly. More>>
The river didn't raise enough to actually have much flood damage. The reason people had to be out of their houses for two weeks was because the streets were impassable. More>>
4 kayakers were rescued on the Wapsipinicon River in Buchanan County Saturday. More>>
Chickasaw Co. Sheriff T.W. Miller released a statement Saturday afternoon regarding the animal complaint Friday. More>>
Authorities responded to a rural Fredericksburg property early Friday on suspicions of animal neglect. Neighbors reported the alleged neglect, and said they were concerned with the dogs' living conditions.
"It's time something gets done," neighbor Dale Miller said. "It's cruelty to animals. You can see the shape the dogs are in." More>>
The Chickasaw County Sheriff's Office reports three dogs have allegedly been stolen from a residence located on 280th Street in Fredericksburg. More>>
The Clayton County Sheriff's Office needs community support to raise $11,000 to purchase and train a new K9 by June 2014. The current K9, Bear, is nine years old and set to retire next year. More>>
The Oelwein Police Department needs the public's help locating a vehicle involved in a possible attempted abduction. More>>
Three people in Jesup accused of abusing a dog nicknamed Caleb are still awaiting trial in Buchanan County. More>>
Many third through seventh grade girls walked down the runway Friday afternoon in Dubuque. More>>
The 35th Annual College Hill Arts Festival kicked off in Cedar Falls Friday.
The festival on the University of Northern Iowa campus is from noon until 8 p.m. on Friday and from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday. More>>
A new study out from the Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice shows Iowa may be one of the nation's leaders when it comes to end-of-life care. More>>
Monday afternoon nearly 200 people gathered for the groundbreaking ceremonies held at the site the new Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. More>>
A new innovative way to detect the deadliest form of skin cancer has been discovered.A new innovative way to detect the deadliest form of skin cancer has been discovered. More>>
Ron White will perform "A Little Unprofessional" at the U.S. Cellular Center at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4.A comedian best known for being part of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour brings his new stand-up show to Cedar Rapids this fall. More>>
A man is dead after two vehicles hit an all-terrain vehicle he was riding on a city street.A man is dead after two vehicles hit an all-terrain vehicle he was riding on a city street. More>>
A camp kicking off this weekend is allowing kids with a genetic disorder to have a camping experience they might not otherwise have.A camp kicking off this weekend is allowing kids with a genetic disorder to have a camping experience they might not otherwise have. More>>
Dubuque police announced Friday morning they arrested four more people in connection with this week's three shootings and anticipate even more arrests.Dubuque police announced Friday morning they arrested four more people in connection with this week's three shootings and anticipate even more arrests. More>>
The Iowa State Patrol says a head-on crash in Johnson County on Thursday night injured two people.The Iowa State Patrol says a head-on crash in Johnson County on Thursday night injured two people. More>>
A Waterloo man is facing several assault charges in Fayette County after he was deemed "out of control."A Waterloo man is facing several assault charges in Fayette County after he was deemed "out of control." More>>
A new proposed plan could be a pain for some drivers heading through Dubuque. More>>
In Greene, O'Brien's Service and Towing is usually about 15 feet from the waters of the Shell Rock River. Thursday, it was even closer, much to the chagrin of owner Mark O'Brien. More>>
About 100 Eastern Iowans gathered Thursday night for a fundraiser to honor a Waterloo East football star who became the Iowa Hawkeyes first All-American nearly 100 years ago. More>>
Dubuque officials say a recent string of gun-related violence is spinning out of control and endangering the community. That comes after three incidents this week involving shots fired. More>>
Massive clean-up efforts have been underway in Wright County after Wednesday's round of severe storms. More>>
On June 13, 2008, the Cedar River crested at more than 31 feet, impacting some ten square miles of the city of Cedar Rapids. More>>
Police released the name of the person found in an apartment building on the southwest side of Cedar Rapids Monday. More>>
The Army Corps of Engineers has dropped the outflow of water from the Coralville dam to 14,000 cubic feet per second from 17,400 cfs. More>>
The couple said they lost four steel bins, three buildings and one motor home in the storm. More>>
Twelve-year-old Colton DeRocher of Sioux City loves the game of baseball. Like his favorite player David Ortiz, he plays first base but he plays the game one-handed. More>>
A memorial service was held for Kathlynn Shepard Thursday afternoon.A memorial service was held for Kathlynn Shepard Thursday afternoon. More>>
Camp Invention made its return to Cedar Falls this year. It's a weeklong summer day camp enhancing the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) curriculum.Camp Invention made its return to Cedar Falls this year. It's a weeklong summer day camp enhancing the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) curriculum. More>>
Eight people are appearing in Dubuque County court this morning on riot charges stemming from an incident June 10th. More>>
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says one of the jet skiers rescued from the Cedar River on Wednesday has died. More>>
Maintenance work will cause a one-hour disruption in Enhanced 911 land line service Thursday night for two eastern Iowa cities.Maintenance work will cause a one-hour disruption in Enhanced 911 land line service Thursday night for two eastern Iowa cities. More>>
Hurricane Grill & Wings, based in West Palm Beach, Florida, announced on Thursday that Darin Beck will be opening a franchise in Waterloo this fall. More>>
Flooding from the Cedar River will close portions of George Wyth State Park starting Friday.Flooding from the Cedar River will close portions of George Wyth State Park starting Friday. More>>
A Wednesday tornado damaged or destroyed several Belmond homes and businesses as it moved across Wright County.A Wednesday tornado damaged or destroyed several Belmond homes and businesses as it moved across Wright County. More>>
Teens who see multiple tobacco ads are more likely to smoke, according to NBC News. Teens who see multiple tobacco ads are more likely to smoke, according to NBC News. More>>
A Center Point man was injured after a rollover crash Wednesday evening in Linn County.A Center Point man was injured after a rollover crash Wednesday evening in Linn County. More>>
Wednesday night's storm knocked power out to more than 100 Alliant Energy customers in Dubuque. More>>
The Cedar Falls Police Department says a Cedar Falls woman was injured Thursday morning when her motorcycle collided with a truck. More>>
The Linn County Sheriff's Office says a 55-year-old Center Point man was injured in a rollover crash on Wednesday night. More>>
One person was killed and five others injured when two cars collided at the intersection of Highway 30 and 32nd Avenue, near Atkins, on Tuesday evening. More>>
Time is ticking for farmers trying to get their soybean crop in the field. This wet planting season has put many farmers behind. More>>
Child endangerment charges filed against an Iowa couple nationally recognized for being loving parents to adopted children have now been dropped. More>>
A new and somewhat controversial license plate in Iowa has some people celebrating and others up in arms. More>>
Fred Becker Fundraiser to take place Thursday More>>
The Junior Wahawks softball team traveled to Oklahoma City for a softball tournament shortly after a tornado ripped through Moore, Oklahoma. More>>
Grundy Center Kiwanis Club is hosting a scrap metal drop off in Grundy Center. More>>
Two commonly prescribed birth control pills have been associated with the deaths of 23 women in Canada, according to documents obtained from Health Canada by NBC News.Two commonly prescribed birth control pills have been associated with the deaths of 23 women in Canada, according to documents obtained from Health Canada by NBC News. More>>
Sandy WolfLongtime KWWL employee Sandy Wolf's last day at the station -- which coincides with her 41st anniversary working here -- is Wednesday. More>>
Hanna is the boat the University of Northern Iowa will race in the third and final Intercollegiate Solar Boat Racing World Championship beginning Wednesday.Hanna is the boat the University of Northern Iowa will race in the third and final Intercollegiate Solar Boat Racing World Championship beginning Wednesday. More>>
A high-speed chase in Dubuque early Wednesday morning led to the apprehension of a man suspected of stealing a University of Wisconsin-Platteville vehicle. More>>
Paramedics took one man to the hospital after a semi and van collided in Waterloo Wednesday morning. More>>
A Waterloo man remains hospitalized after an early morning shooting in Waterloo Wednesday.A Waterloo man remains hospitalized after an early morning shooting in Waterloo Wednesday. More>>
Cedar Falls Police arrested four Waterloo teenagers Tuesday on burglary and theft charges. Cedar Falls Police arrested four Waterloo teenagers Tuesday on burglary and theft charges. More>>
Johnson County is among the top 50 healthiest counties in the nation for kids, according to a U.S. News report. More>>
Hundreds of Iowa children go missing every year, many of whom are classified as runaways. Despite the number of kids who go missing, Iowa has issued just 19 Amber Alerts ever, with its first in August of 2003. More>>
A regular inspection of a Cedar Rapid 150 foot tall water tower is anything but routine. "You have to send a crew up to the top with a raft," said Megan Murphy, with the city of Cedar Rapids. Thanks More>>
In just a few weeks, some folks might have trouble getting the medical equipment they need. That's because July 1st marks an expansion of Medicare's "Competitive Bidding" program. More>>
On Tuesday Iowa Democratic Party Chair Rep. Tyler Olson announced he will be resigning as chair. In a letter to the Democratic State Central Committee Olson cited interest in running for a broader office in 2014. More>>
A one-car crash has injured two people in Linn County.A one-car crash has injured two people in Linn County. More>>
Winners of the World Food Prize Foundation's annual award will be announced Wednesday in Washington D.C. The award ceremony will feature Secretary of State John Kerry as the keynote speaker. More>>
One person is dead and another injured after a motorcycle crash in Iowa County, Wisconsin. More>>
The American River Festival is taking place this weekend in the port of Dubuque. This is the 9th year for the festival, which grows an increasingly larger crowed every year. More>>
George Wyth Memorial State Park in Black Hawk County is closed as of Saturday morning due to flooding. More>>
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