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Traffic Cameras In Iowa Could Get Banned
There is currently another episode in the long and convoluted drama of banning traffic cameras in Iowa. One Republican Senator has been behind this push to get rid of these cameras. Senator Brad Zaun of Urbandale is continuing this decade long attempt to outlaw cameras for speeding and red lights.
Engine Fires In 2 Million Toyota RAV4 SUVs
There is currently an investigation by the United States government into multiple complaints of engine fires in almost 2 million Toyota RAV4 small SUVs. This investigation currently is focusing on models from 2013 through 2018. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is looking into eleve…
Food Giveaway In Waterloo This Weekend February 27th
This weekend there will be an opportunity for people in need of some extra resources to get a helping hand. Local community members in Waterloo are coming together for this event. On Saturday February, 27th from noon to 2PM, members and volunteers will hold a food giveaway in Waterloo.
Iowa Lawmaker Say Truckers Should Be Considered Essential Workers
U.S. Representative Hinson is urging that these truck drivers move up in line for their shots. She says that they are such an integral part of the supply chain, and if one driver were to test positive for the virus that could upset many of the local industries.
Iowans Could See A Reduction In Unemployment Benefits
This is a tough time for many people. The unemployment numbers reached a peak late last year, and we continue to see many of our fellow Iowans struggle through these hard times. A large portion of people throughout the country are currently relying on unemployment to get them through. A new bill is …
Only True Iowans Know All 12 Of These Iowa Facts
With the wide variety of people and places here, you'd be right to guess there are so many interesting things about this area. If you want to impress your friends with some really cool and really random facts about our home state, we've got a whole bunch for you right here!
Iowa Cities Could Be Penalized For Defunding Police Departments
There is currently a bill moving though the Iowa Senate that would essentially finalize the issue. On the Iowa Senate floor, they are currently working though a bill that if it became law would cut state funding from Iowa cities that intend to cut local law enforcement budgets.
Drink Up! The States With The Most Breweries In The Country: Is Iowa One Of Them?
Iowa actually ranks in the top quarter of states with the most breweries. The great Hawkeye State supports about forty breweries, and the Cedar Valley has a few great places to get some brewskies. Some of our favorite breweries were nominated for Townie Awards. Make sure to check it out to see which…
Iowa Man Who Reportedly Shot Arrows At Officers Pleads Not Guilty
The Iowa man is being charged with attempted murder, intimidation with a dangerous weapon, and not one, but TWO counts of assault on a peace officer. It seems pretty serious, right? What if I told you that the "dangerous weapon" was actually a bow and arrow?
You Can Name A Snow Plow In Minnesota! Is Iowa Next?
Well, Minnesota wants to give people a chance to...familiarize themselves with the snowplow machines. Recently, the Minnesota Department of Transportation put out a call for people to help name some of the Snowplow vehicles in use. There were more than 24,000 name nominations for these vehicles, acc…