The Iowa Supreme Court says two people who filed, then dropped lawsuits against the owners of animal confinement operations have to pay the company's legal costs. Michael Merrill of Batavia and Karen Jo Frescoln of Libertyville, were part of a group of 70 people who filed nuisance lawsuits … [Read more...]
Man dies after being shot in Marshalltown
One man is dead, another injured after a shooting in Marshalltown. Police found two gunshot victims when they arrived on the scene in the 400 block of Union Street just before 9:30 last night. One of the victims, a 22-year-old male, died at the scene. The other, a 27-year-old male, was taken to … [Read more...]
Cedar Rapids man sentenced to nearly 10 years on gun violation
A man convicted by a jury of carrying a handgun into a home invasion in Cedar Rapids has been sentenced to nearly a decade in federal prison. Prosecutors say Carl McArthur of Cedar Rapids and another man broke into a house in March of 2018 to steal money and drugs. Someone inside called 911 and … [Read more...]
Iowa ACLU calls for action to stop virus spread in prisons and jails
Activists are calling for major steps to limit the risk of a coronavirus outbreak in Iowa's prisons and jails. The ACLU of Iowa is recommending the state release some inmates early, as other states have done, to reduce overcrowding and slow the spread of the virus. ACLU spokesperson Veronica … [Read more...]
State court system will have limited access during coronavirus emergency
Most court proceedings in Iowa are on hold to prevent the spread of the coronavirus -- but county clerk of court offices remain open to deal with legal emergencies. State Court Administrator Todd Nuccio says they are keeping a narrow scope. “At this point, we’re focusing on emergency matters. … [Read more...]
Woman found dead, Des Moines Police seek potential witness
UPDATE: Des Moines police report they have found Christopher Thompson and are continuing their investigation. Previous story: A woman was found dead in a Des Moines home early this afternoon and police are seeking tips from the public to help to find a man authorities describe as a … [Read more...]
Man holding hostage shot and killed in Webster City
A hostage situation at a house in Webster City on Monday afternoon ended with a man being fatally shot by law officers. A female called the police and reported a man had fired shots at her inside the residence. The Iowa State Patrol Tactical Team and crisis negotiators responded and negotiated … [Read more...]
Attorney General investigating price gouging claims related to coronavirus
Fifty dollars for a 12-pack of toilet paper? Iowans are being warned to use common sense and do not give in to ridiculous prices for products that are in high demand because of the coronavirus pandemic. Lynn Hicks, communications director for the Iowa Attorney General's office, says they're … [Read more...]
Two Cedar Rapids police officers hurt in chase
A high-speed chase in Cedar Rapids on Sunday night left two police officers hurt and a man in jail. Police were called to a Walmart about 10:15 after a man stole a cart full of merchandise and assaulted a store employee. The suspect was in his car, hitting concrete posts in the parking lot when … [Read more...]
Man charged with murder in Marshalltown shooting
A man is in custody in a fatal weekend shooting in Marshalltown. Thirty-year-old Mustafa Muhammed has been charged with the murder early Sunday morning of a 27-year-old Marshalltown man. Police received numerous 911 calls about a shooting on West Linn Street just before 3:30 Sunday morning. The … [Read more...]