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The center span of the Lansing Bridge, which connects Iowa to Wisconsin in Allamakee County, was floated down the river and lifted into place today, marking a major milestone in the project. The bridge is expected to open in spring 2027. kwwl.com/news/center-span-in…
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Downtown Waterloo has a packed weekend ahead, with Friday 'Loo already underway and several other community events happening tonight and tomorrow. From the Chroma63 Music and Arts Festival to Deere Days, there's something for just about everyone.
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A Waterloo woman is behind bars tonight after investigators say she fled the scene of a deadly crash that killed a 32-year-old man. Weeks of detective work — including cell phone data and security footage — led to the arrest of 53-year-old Jodie Hill. kwwl.com/news/waterloo-woman…
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The USDA is investing $27.5 million into the expansion of Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City. The project will add a one-story addition, renovate the north wing, and modernize several departments. kwwl.com/news/usda-invests-2…
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Hazleton's 39th annual Haze Daze festival kicks off tonight at 6 p.m., bringing the community together for a weekend of outdoor markets, food vendors, kids' games and live music. Tomorrow's lineup includes a parade at 10 a.m., live pro wrestling and more. kwwl.com/news/hazletons-haze…
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A driver was injured in Dubuque this afternoon after losing control on Hales Mill Road and striking a guard rail, according to Iowa State Patrol. The accident remains under investigation. kwwl.com/news/dubuque-driver…
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The Waterloo Bucks are hosting a "Touch A Truck" at Riverfront Stadium tonight, where fans can get an up-close look at vehicles from organizations like the Iowa DNR, Waterloo Fire Rescue, Camping World, KWWL, and more. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. kwwl.com/news/waterloo-bucks…
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Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for 11 Iowa counties following severe weather on June 5, unlocking state resources and assistance programs for impacted residents. kwwl.com/news/reynolds-decla…
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Sunday is dry, windy and cooler. -Schnack kwwl.com/weather/forecast/tr…
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The Friday 'Loo Summer Concert Series returns to Lincoln Park tonight from 5:30 to 9:30, featuring a free performance by Southern Express. Food trucks, drink tents, and vendor booths will also be on hand for the community event.
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Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig has announced more than $614,000 in Dairy Innovation Grants for farms and businesses across the state, including several in Eastern Iowa. kwwl.com/news/eastern-iowa-d…
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DUBUQUE DRIVERS: Pennsylvania Ave. between Chaney Rd. and Palm Ct. is closed until 3 p.m. today due to storm-damaged power lines. Motorists should follow posted detours or find an alternate route. Closure times are estimates and subject to change.
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A fire broke out overnight at a mobile home on Five Seasons Boulevard in Cedar Falls, with all residents escaping safely. Public safety crews responded just after 1:15 a.m. and quickly extinguished the flames, though the cause remains under investigation.
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The center span of the new Lansing bridge is being installed today. The car ferry service is not in operation during construction, and river traffic is restricted until 6 p.m. You can watch the process live on the Iowa DOT's website. kwwl.com/news/lansing-bridge…
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The City of Cedar Rapids has crews working in the NewBo and Czech Village areas to address a suspected blockage in a large sewer pipe or possible infrastructure damage that caused water in basements and flooded manholes overnight. kwwl.com/news/cedar-rapids-c…
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An active shooter situation in Midland, Texas, has left at least one person dead and 11 victims Friday morning. Police are currently in a standoff with the suspect as the situation continues to develop. kwwl.com/news/11-people-shot…
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The Iowa Court of Appeals has upheld the first-degree murder conviction of Renard Winfield Jr. in the April 2021 killing of Tommy Curry, ruling that the circumstantial evidence was "extensive and compelling" enough to support the verdict. kwwl.com/news/iowa-court-uph…
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Cedar Falls' Planning and Zoning Commission has approved plans to rezone the College Hill area, with a final decision from the full City Council expected by the end of August. kwwl.com/news/cedar-falls-pl…
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A Dubuque man with four prior drug trafficking convictions was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for distributing over 119 pounds of meth in just two months. kwwl.com/news/dubuque-man-ge…
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The City of Dubuque is launching a community input process to help shape a future ordinance regulating potential data center development, with Mayor Brad Cavanagh noting the city council will take no action on data centers until that ordinance is in place. kwwl.com/news/dubuque-to-let…
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