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Fugitive Iowa Murder Suspect Shot by California Police After Two-Month Chase

Los Angeles — After eluding authorities for over two months, a murder suspect from Iowa was shot and incapacitated by police officers in Southern California during an attempted arrest, officials announced Friday. The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, was wanted in connection with a violent crime that took place earlier this year. The confrontation occurred late Thursday evening when detectives, acting on a tip, located the suspect in Santa Monica. According to local …

Suspected Iowa Murderer Killed in Police Shootout in Anaheim

Anaheim, CA – A man sought by authorities in Iowa on murder charges was fatally shot by police officers in Anaheim during a late-night encounter, local law enforcement officials confirmed. The shooting, which occurred late Thursday, involved a suspect identified by Iowa detectives as wanted in connection with a recent homicide. The incident unfolded when officers, informed by Iowa law enforcement authorities about the suspect’s presence in the area, located the man at an Anaheim …

Devastation in Iowa: A Close-Up Look at the Damage Wrought by Deadly Tornadoes

Des Moines, Iowa – A series of devastating tornadoes tore through Iowa, leaving significant destruction in their wake, including flattening an entire town and resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. The severe weather event struck with little warning, reshaping landscapes and upending lives within minutes. As rescue and recovery efforts continue, the scale of the devastation is becoming clear. Entire blocks have been reduced to rubble, vehicles overturned, and infrastructure severely damaged, complicating immediate relief …

Devastation in Iowa: Tornadoes Claim Lives, Annihilate Greenfield in Destructive Storm Surge

Greenfield, Iowa — A series of devastating tornadoes tore through Iowa on Tuesday, leaving significant destruction in their wake, including multiple fatalities and severe damage in small towns across the state. One of the hardest-hit areas was Greenfield, a town approximately 60 miles southwest of Des Moines, which was virtually flattened in the storms that also brought heavy rain and thunderstorms to the Plains and Midwest. Adair County Sheriff Jeff Vandewater expressed the severity of …

Fatal Dispute at Iowa Bar: 19-Year-Old Shot Dead Following Altercation, Suspect in Custody

CLEARFIELD, Iowa — A 19-year-old man was fatally shot in the early hours of Thursday morning, sparking an ongoing investigation by Taylor County authorities. The incident occurred outside a local bar in the small town of Clearfield, Iowa. Around 3:20 a.m., dispatchers received several calls reporting a shooting at Bootleggers Bar and Grill, located on Broadway Street. Responding deputies found the young man, later identified as Colby Nelson of Lenox, lying unresponsive on the ground …

Flood Alert: Risk of Heavy Rainfall and Rising Water Levels in Multiple Iowa Counties Until Wednesday

Des Moines, Iowa – Residents in multiple areas across Iowa are bracing for possible flash floods following a flood watch alert that remains in effect until 1 AM CDT Wednesday. Officials warn that ongoing heavy rainfall could lead to significant flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas. The regions impacted by the flood watch include various counties across central, northeast, south central, and southeast Iowa. These areas are grappling with the potential dangers posed by excessive …

Heroic Sacrifice Honored: Iowa Principal Added to National Memorial After Tragic School Shooting

PERRY, Iowa — Former high school principal Dan Marburger, who tragically passed following a violent school shooting in Perry, was recently commemorated at the National Memorial to Fallen Educators. Marburger died in January, a devastating 10 days after the incident that also claimed the life of sixth grader Ahmir Jolliff and left several other students and staff injured. The ceremony in Emporia, Kansas, where the memorial is located, marked an emotional homage to educators who …

RAGBRAI 2024 Announces Hilliest Route Across Iowa with Glenwood to Burlington Ride

DES MOINES, Iowa – Cyclists gearing up for the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa this summer will face a challenging and hilly 434-mile route. RAGBRAI LI, the 51st edition of the ride, will kick off on July 21 in Glenwood and conclude on July 27 in Burlington, making 8 overnight stops along the way. The 2024 route is expected to be the hilliest in RAGBRAI history, with more than 18,000 feet of elevation …

Instructors from Cornell College in Iowa Stabbed in China in ‘Horrifying Attack’

Los Angeles and Hong Kong – In a shocking incident overseas in China, four instructors from Cornell College in Iowa were stabbed while visiting a partner institution, according to university and Chinese officials. The attack took place at Beishan Park in Jilin City, China, as the instructors were sightseeing on Sunday. Fortunately, all the injured parties were promptly taken to the hospital and received the necessary medical attention. Lin Jian, a spokesperson for the foreign …

Severe Weather Strikes Iowa: Tornado Warnings, Power Outages, and Delays Plague the State

Des Moines, Iowa – The spring season in Iowa has been marked by relentless severe weather, with a new wave of storms sweeping across the state early on a Friday morning. Schools in Des Moines, such as Findley Elementary, Greenwood Elementary, Willard Elementary, and Harding Middle School, have announced a two-hour delay due to the severe weather conditions and power outages. Additionally, Johnston schools are also under a two-hour delay. The impact of the storms …