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The State of Iowa is a state in the midwestern region of the United States of America. It is the 29th state of the United States, having joined the Union on December 28, 1846. The state is named for the Native American Ioway people. It is known as the "Ha [More...]
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News from The Des Moines Register
Body found in Kossuth County home after fire
May 17, 2008 12:44 am
The body of Titonka woman was found in her home after her house caught on fire earlier this week.
Missouri men wanted in alleged Des Moines scam
May 16, 2008 10:27 pm
Criminal charges have been filed against two Missouri men who allegedly took money from a Des Moines man in an asphalt-paving scam.
Immigrants remain holed up at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church
May 16, 2008 9:42 pm
Scores of Guatemalan and Mexican immigrants remained holed up at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church Friday, despite church leaders’ recommendation that they return to their homes.
Union leader worries Postville labor probe compromised
May 16, 2008 8:21 pm
A top union official said today it appears his “worst fears are now being realized” and government investigations into alleged worker exploitation at a Postville meatpacking plant a...
Meta Financial reports higher 2nd quarter profits
May 16, 2008 5:11 pm
Banking company Meta Financial Group Inc. said Friday second quarter profits rose to $3 million, or $1.16 per share as it saw credit card fees climb and it benefited from the sale of a bank subsidiary...
Harkin says McCain limited by military background
May 16, 2008 5:06 pm
Republican presidential candidate John McCain’s family background as the son and grandson of admirals has given him a world view shaped by the military, “and he has a hard time think...
Deere announces job cuts at Dubuque plant
May 16, 2008 1:16 pm
DUBUQUE, Iowa -- Deere & Co. is cutting jobs at its factory in Dubuque.
Detainees allege abuse by company
May 16, 2008 12:43 pm
Workers detained during this week’s Postville meatpacking raid allege that the company withheld pay and refused to let employees use the restroom during some shifts, according to a lawsuit fi...
2,100-plus liens filed against Regency homes
May 16, 2008 5:09 am
The three-county total of mechanic’s liens provides the truest glimpse yet of metro-area property affected by the Iowa home builder’s financial crisis.
Detainees clear out, move to Iowa jails
May 16, 2008 5:08 am
Most of the 389 immigrant workers caught in the nation’s largest single-site immigration raid moved out of a makeshift detention center Thursday and into one of nearly a dozen jails scattered...
News from Eastern Iowa from the Quad City Times
Davenport man accused of stalking
May 17, 2008 5:49 am
A Davenport man is accused of stalking after repeatedly calling the mother of his child, with several of the calls made while she was in the hospital after giving birth.
Companies might balk at price tag for 10th Illinois casino license
May 17, 2008 5:36 am
SPRINGFIELD ? The process of selling Illinois? unused 10th casino license continues, and lawmakers are counting on the millions of dollars the sale is expected to pump into the state?s budget.
RI rally draws young and old in march against violence
May 17, 2008 5:36 am
William Miles, 10, a student at Audubon Elementary School in Rock Island, said he has some ideas on how to make the streets of his community safe for everyone.
Forklift damages skybridge linking courthouse, police
May 17, 2008 5:29 am
The skybridge linking the Scott County Courthouse and Davenport Police Department was damaged in a recent construction accident, but it should be safe from harm when Ripley Street reopens underneath i...
Scott County sheriff plans emergency response drill for Sunday
May 17, 2008 5:29 am
The Scott County Sheriff?s Department will be conducting an emergency response exercise at Scott Community College?s main campus Sunday. The college is assisting with the department in allowing the us...
Columbus Junction bandit assaults store clerk
May 17, 2008 5:29 am
COLUMBUS JCT., Iowa ? A robber escaped with an undetermined amount of cash
News from the Sioux City Journal
May 17, 2008 5:54 am
SOUTH SIOUX CITY -- South Sioux City High School will award diplomas to the 247 members of the Class of 2008 at 1:30 p.m. Sunday in the South Sioux City High School Mini-Dome.
May 17, 2008 5:54 am
North High School will award diplomas to the 327 members of the Class of 2008 at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Tyson Events Center.
May 17, 2008 5:54 am
East HIgh School will award diplomas to the 288 members of the Class of 2008 at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Tyson Events Center.
May 17, 2008 5:54 am
Bishop Heelan High School will award diplomas to the 107 members of the Class of 2008 at 2 p.m. Sunday at Long Lines Family Rec Center.
May 17, 2008 5:54 am
NORTH SIOUX CITY -- Dakota Valley High school will award diplomas to the 53 members of the Class of 2008 during commencement ceremonies at 2 p.m. today in the high school gymnasium.
Cooper to rock Sioux City in August
May 17, 2008 5:54 am
As several Siouxland schools near the end of the educational year, the rocker who gave voice to many pupils' end-of-school joys has slated a Sioux City concert.
Tractors are a big deal for former farmer
May 17, 2008 5:54 am
ORANGE CITY, Iowa -- Tractors and other farm equipment are a big deal to Jim De Boer -- so big that he's devoted thousands of hours replicating them in a small scale.
Omaha Nation Public Schools superintendent removed
May 17, 2008 5:54 am
MACY - The Omaha Tribal Council has removed the Omaha Nation Public Schools superintendent from the reservation and asked that two principals be dismissed from their positions for unstated reasons, th...
Local News from Southwest Iowa News via Yahoo! News
May 17, 2008 4:49 am
Apparently, fuel prices are finally so high that concern over the cost is even resonating with lawmakers - most lawmakers, anyway.
U.P. optimistic about growth of earnings
May 17, 2008 4:48 am
Union Pacific Corp. said Thursday that it expects earnings per share to grow by an average of more than 10 percent each year through 2012 based on its ability to charge higher prices, attract more bus...
May 17, 2008 4:03 am
approximately every other month, as scheduled. Fridays during Lent.
Saintes' Schlater wins 3,000 at state
May 16, 2008 8:03 pm
DES MOINES - St. Albert's Abby Schlater won a gold medal in the 3,000 meters in day one action at the state co-ed track meet. Schlater won with a time of 10:30.90, a school and personal record, more t...
Qwest building fire snarls traffic
May 16, 2008 7:04 pm
Staff photo/Josh White - Members of the Council Bluffs Fire Department ascend to the rooftop of the Qwest Telecommunications building, 310 W. Kanesville Blvd., as they attempt to extinguish fire that ...
Families visit rebuilt elementary school
May 16, 2008 7:04 pm
Staff photo/Dennis Friend - Crescent teacher Bev Nelsen shows Kimberly Schuckard, 10, what the new classrooms look like. The girl returns to Crescent in time to start the fifth grade.
May 16, 2008 7:04 pm
The Daily Nonpareil's 2008 Spring Job Fair was a 'good experience' for vendor and patron alike with 35 employers hosting booths for more than 1,000 job seekers on Thursday.'This is an outstanding recr
School of Rock: Guitar students
May 16, 2008 5:18 pm
Students in Julia Dyche's VIZarts 2 class at the Shenandoah High School have finished their guitar for the Art Guitars in School Program, sponsored by Gretsch Guitar Foundation and the Iowa Rock N Rol...
Logan-Magnolia seniors graduate Sunday
May 16, 2008 5:04 pm
On Sunday, May 18, the Logan-Magnolia Class of 2008 will cross the stage to receive their hard-earned high school diplomas. The ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. with a senior video montage shown prior to...
Logan Village Green events planned Saturday
May 16, 2008 5:04 pm
Fifteen years ago the first Logan Village Green celebration was launched to provide area families an opportunity reminiscent of the kinds of celebrations held in city parks long ago.
Local News from KCRG-TV9 Cedar Rapids via Yahoo! News
Interstate Checkpoint Nabs 7 Illegal Immigrants
May 17, 2008 3:21 am
BUCHANAN COUNTY - When you randomly pull twenty cars off the road at a time, you're bound to come across some interesting stories. "It's kinda crazy, I thought I was in trouble," said one dr...
Coralville Man Runs Double Marathon
May 16, 2008 11:36 pm
JOHNSON COUNTY - People train for months, even years, to run a marathon. One Coralville man is running two in the same day. He has two counties supporting his run for a good cause.
Company Promises to Cut Emission at Lansing Coal-Fired Plant
May 16, 2008 11:36 pm
DES MOINES (AP) - Interstate Power and Light says emissions from its coal-fired power plant in northeast Iowa will be cut after it installs $85 million worth of equipment.
Iowa Attorney General Sues Penn. Direct-Mail Operator
May 16, 2008 11:21 pm
DES MOINES (AP) - The Iowa attorney general's office has filed a lawsuit against a Pennsylvania man accused of deceiving older Iowans through direct mailings.
Dubuque Colts Hit by "Perfect Storm"
May 16, 2008 11:21 pm
Dubuque - A one two punch could be devastating for the Dubuque Colts Drum and Bugle Corps. As it gears up for summer competition, high fuel prices and a state-wide smoking ban are hurting the group's ...
Agriprocessors Workers Unsure of How to get Paid
May 16, 2008 10:36 pm
POSTVILLE - There is a feeling of uneasiness at St. Bridget's Church in Postville as workers wait to hear how or if they'll get their Friday paychecks.
Fire at Corn Cob Facility in Buchanan County
May 16, 2008 9:51 pm
INDEPENDENCE - Crews were called to the Best Cob Facility at 1895 Bland Boulevard in Independence around 2:00 pm Friday afternoon. Several fire departments are still on the scene, but officials tell T...
Audit Alleges Center Point Librarian Sold Books on Internet
May 16, 2008 9:06 pm
DES MOINES (AP) - A state audit is raising questions about a small town librarian. The audit claims Donna Turner was selling books from the Center Point Library on the Internet and pocketing some of t...
State Auditor Questions Government Spending
May 16, 2008 8:36 pm
JOHNSTON (AP) - State Auditor David Vaudt says the state will pay a heavy price if lawmakers don't stop raiding the state's special funds to cover irresponsible spending.
I-380 Accident Slowed Morning Commute
May 16, 2008 8:06 pm
CEDAR RAPIDS - A crash Friday on tied up traffic on Interstate 380 northbound near downtown Cedar Rapids during the morning commute. Cedar Rapids police tell TV9 three vehicles were involved.
