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Wapsi River on the rise at Independence

Mar 16, 2010 5:00 am

The Independence/Wapsi River is up a little bit and i took some photos today (3/15/10) and i wanted to share the photos with u all. maybe you could use them.

Investigators Search Dog Breeding Kennel for Signs of Neglect

Mar 16, 2010 4:15 am

JONES COUNTY - Animal rescue groups gave the Jones County Sheriffs Office enough information to search a local breeding kennel for several hours Monday. They are investigating claims the Thunder Ridge...

Proposed Cedar Rapids Science Center to Focus on Educational Programs

Mar 16, 2010 4:15 am

CEDAR RAPIDS - A new $16 million science education center would replace the flood-damaged Science Station in downtown Cedar Rapids if the plan makes business sense, backers announced on Monday.

Two Agriprocessors Suspects Still at Large

Mar 16, 2010 3:30 am

DES MOINES (AP) An Israeli diplomat says Israel would glad to hand over two former Agriprocessors meatpacking supervisors to face felony charges, but only if they can be found.

Spring Litter Clutters Dubuque County Roads

Mar 16, 2010 2:45 am

Dubuque County- It's getting to be time for Spring cleaning, even for road crews. People in Dubuque County say the melting snow is revealing more litter than normal.

Guidance Counselor Asks New Trial on Child Abuse

Mar 16, 2010 12:00 am

IOWA CITY (AP) A former Iowa City elementary guidance counselor found guilty of abusing a child has requested a new trial.

School Board Association's Finances Questioned

Mar 15, 2010 11:45 pm

DES MOINES (AP) A Des Moines accountant says the staff of an association of school boards spent months stonewalling his access to crucial financial information.

Governor Pushes $347M Budget Increase for Iowa Schools

Mar 15, 2010 11:45 pm

DES MOINES (AP) Gov. Chet Culver on Monday pushed the Legislature to approve a $347 million increase in restorative spending on elementary and secondary schools, warning he'll veto any budget that do...

Flood-Damaged Cedar Rapids Neighborhood Prepared for Demolition

Mar 15, 2010 10:45 pm

CEDAR RAPIDS- The big push to clear out unrepairable flood-damaged homes in part of one Cedar Rapids neighborhood is now just days away. The city has commitments from 286 homeowners to take part in th...

Cedar Falls Flooding Causes Roads to Close

Mar 15, 2010 10:45 pm

CEDAR FALLS - Water levels in Cedar Falls are leading to some road closures, but people there, including the mayor, say the flooding could be much more severe.