Celebrity chef Mario Batali facing assault charge in Boston
BOSTON (AP) — Celebrity chef Mario Batali is facing criminal charges on allegations that he forcibly kissed and groped a woman at a Boston restaurant in 2017.
Dubuque Police ask for help identifying suspect
The report indicates the person, believed to be female, is wanted for passing counterfeit currency in an incident that occurred April 29 at the Hy-Vee on Dodge St.
University of Dubuque unveils plans for new health center
DUBUQUE, Iowa (KWWL) – College students across the country are struggling to find access to adequate healthcare. Now, the University of Dubuque is hoping to
Former West Union police officer files suit for violation of civil rights
The suit claims they violated Iowa Civil Rights Laws for sexual harassment, and sex discrimination, along with retaliation after she filed a complaint and forcing her to resign.
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Woman pleads guilty in fatal carjacking case of former UNI football player
A woman has pleaded guilty to her part in armed carjackings, which led to the death of former UNI football player, Jaz Granderson, in October 2017.
Iowa official who played in NFL faces gun, alcohol charges
FOREST CITY, Iowa (AP) — A former NFL defensive lineman who is now a county supervisor in Iowa faces misdemeanor charges after police say he showed up drunk and armed with a pistol at a daytime board meeting.
Iowa schools get graded, report cards offer school comparison tools
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KWWL) — An online reporting system for Iowa schools rolled out new updates today, that provide the public with more information regarding how
Students, organizations plant flowers to attract pollinator insects to Waterloo
On this sunny day, some elementary students worked to beautify Waterloo. They planted flowers to attract certain types of insects to the downtown area.
Prison officials: Iowa inmate dies of natural causes
OTTUMWA, Iowa (AP) — Iowa prison officials say an inmate from Wapello County serving time for sexual abuse has died of natural causes. The Iowa Department of Corrections said in a news release that 74-year-old Albert Lemoine Collins died Wednesday at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
Daniel Craig to undergo minor ankle surgery for Bond injury
LOS ANGELES (AP) — James Bond is out of commission for a few weeks. Star Daniel Craig is undergoing minor ankle surgery after sustaining an injury while filming the 25th installment in the franchise in Jamaica.
National Weather Service confirms two tornadoes
One person is dead and another injured after a tornado touched down in Adair early this morning.
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Motorcyclist injured after allegedly smashing into bus in Waterloo
He was not wearing a helmet at the time of incident.
Law enforcement puts out boating safety tips, ahead of Memorial Day weekend
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources recommends taking a boating safety course before hitting the water.
Sheriff: Man shot wife after mistaking her for intruder
Jackier Krier was taken to an Onawa hospital and then transferred to a hospital in Sioux City.
Lawmakers are hoping to pass a bill to access President Trump’s taxes
New York lawmakers have passed new bill giving congress access to President Trump’s state tax returns.
The Latest: Missouri governor describes storm devastation
Parson said as of early Thursday authorities are not aware of any other people missing but noted that could change as daylight arrives.
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Dogs involved in fatal attack on teen to be euthanized
DIGHTON, Mass. (AP) — Authorities say five dogs that attacked and killed a 14-year-old Massachusetts boy who regularly took care of them will be euthanized.
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Woman accused of beating mom over game volume to stand trial
YOUNGWOOD, Pa. (AP) — A woman will stand trial on allegations she beat her mother and shaved her head because she thought the older woman
Lawmaker’s censure sought after comments about Trump Jr.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers abruptly adjourned after one lawmaker called for the censure of another over comments that included calling the president’s son
2 migrants die after found hiding in truck tank in Serbia
BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Serbian authorities say two migrants are dead and two others are in serious condition after hiding in a truck tank in
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Sheriff: Man shot wife after mistaking her for intruder
Jackier Krier was taken to an Onawa hospital and then transferred to a hospital in Sioux City.
Iowa official who played in NFL faces gun, alcohol charges
FOREST CITY, Iowa (AP) — A former NFL defensive lineman who is now a county supervisor in Iowa faces misdemeanor charges after police say he showed up drunk and armed with a pistol at a daytime board meeting.
Prison officials: Iowa inmate dies of natural causes
OTTUMWA, Iowa (AP) — Iowa prison officials say an inmate from Wapello County serving time for sexual abuse has died of natural causes. The Iowa Department of Corrections said in a news release that 74-year-old Albert Lemoine Collins died Wednesday at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
Polk County authorities say worker died in fall from tower
ALLEMAN, Iowa (AP) — Authorities say a worker has died after falling from a tower near Alleman in Polk County. Sheriff’s Sgt. Heath Osberg says
Suspect shot by police was free despite probation violations
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — A violent offender shot this month by Iowa City police had been released from jail days earlier, despite probation violations
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Democratic pledges against big money come with an asterisk
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats running for the White House rail against the flood of campaign cash that courses through the political system. But it’s becoming
Liberal groups want 2020 Dems to back Pentagon spending cuts
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nearly two dozen progressive groups are launching a push to get Democratic presidential candidates to support dramatic spending cuts at the Pentagon.
Warren campaign releases bankruptcy cases she assisted in
WASHINGTON (AP) — Elizabeth Warren’s presidential campaign has released information on dozens of court cases in which the former law professor-turned-Democratic senator served as counsel,
Dutch prime minister, populist leader clash in Europe debate
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The Dutch prime minister has clashed with the leader of a right-wing populist party over immigration and whether the Netherlands
Wealthy DeVos family won’t back Michigan’s Amash in primary
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Members of the politically powerful DeVos family are no longer financially backing a Michigan congressman who is the first Republican on
