Emma'Le Maas

Waterloo

MUltimedia Journalist/Weekend Morning Anchor at KWWL-TV (Waterloo, IA)

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Cedar Falls City Administrator responds after controversy surrounding behavior

1 week ago | kwwl.com | Emma'Le Maas

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (KWWL) -- Cedar Falls City Administrator Ron Gaines is responding, after controversy this week at City Council concerning his behavior towards residents. In April, a letter was read aloud by councilperson Dustin Ganfield from a resident. Gaines had attended a meeting with the resident and other city staff, including Mayor Danny Laudick, concerning the South Main Sewer Project.
Waterloo Police Department addresses youth crime after shooting

1 week ago | kwwl.com | Emma'Le Maas

WATERLOO, Iowa (KWWL) -- Three teens are facing charges after a shooting in Waterloo. It's the latest in several reported incidents in the city involving juvenile offenders. The Waterloo Police Department reports violent crime is actually down this spring, though in recent weeks they've seen a spike specifically with youth. The Violent Crime Apprehension Team (VCAT) works with the teens involved.
The Iconic Strawberry returns to Strawberry Point

4 weeks ago | kwwl.com | Emma'Le Maas

STRAWBERRY POINT, Iowa (KWWL) -- After over a month, the Strawberry in Strawberry Point has now returned to the heart of downtown. "It brings livelihood and life back into our town," said Sara Nelson, a lifelong Strawberry Point resident. K&W Coatings has spent several weeks repairing and repainting the structure, which was returned Wednesday morning.
Community mourns Dan Corbett, owner of 'Fester's Pub' and 'Hungry Charlie's Lunchbox'

4 weeks ago | kwwl.com | Emma'Le Maas

WATERLOO, Iowa (KWWL) -- Waterloo business owner Dan Corbett has died at the age of 48, after a battle with cancer and subsequent cardiac arrest. Corbett, the New York born bar and restaurant owner, leaves a lasting legacy in the Cedar Valley. There was hardly a downtown Waterloo event his 'Hungry Charlie's Lunchbox' food truck was not at- whether for profit, or to feed the community for free. "He just really, loved the community.
Sen. Grassley hosts town hall answering concerns about tariffs, presidential powers

1 month ago | kwwl.com | Emma'Le Maas

ANAMOSA (KWWL) -- Senior Senator Chuck Grassley addressed concerns from Jones County farmers Monday, ranging in topic from tariffs to federal personnel cuts. The Iowa Farm Bureau hosted Sen. Grassley as part of his typical statewide town halls each year. The majority of questions tackled concerns over the impacts of President Donald Trump's new tariffs, as well as concerns over presidential power. Sen.
Where is the Strawberry? Strawberry Point's iconic landmark prepares to return

1 month ago | kwwl.com | Emma'Le Maas

STRAWBERRY POINT/ELKADER, Iowa (KWWL) -- After several weeks, Strawberry Point's famous strawberry will soon return. The City of Strawberry Point is expecting to reset the structure at some point next week, weather permitting. Though they know everyone is excited, for safety concerns, they're asking bystanders to stay back as the process unfolds- since the structure is so large and could be hazardous.
State Legislature passes 2% SSA funding for 2025-2026 school year, bill headed to Governor's desk

1 month ago | kwwl.com | Emma'Le Maas

IOWA (KWWL) -- The Iowa Legislature has set its proposed SSA rate for the next school year at two percent. The bill now goes to Governor Kim Reynolds for signage. The 2% increase would raise per-pupil funding by around $160 per student. Earlier in the session, the Iowa House argued for a 2.25% increase for SSA funding, but ultimately passed the 2% increase during this afternoon's debate, in a 60 to 36 vote. It's the third decrease in a row to the rate.
Residents able to return home following large fire in Charles City

1 month ago | kwwl.com | Emma'Le Maas

CHARLES CITY, Iowa - Residents are now able to return home, after a large fire broke out at an industrial site Sunday night. The Charles City Fire Department (CCFD) says it responded to a 911 call around 8:40 pm about heavy smoke coming from a building in the 2300 block of Old Highway Road. CCRD says crews arrived at the scene to find heavy smoke and flames pouring from Hawkeye Mold and Design Company.
Basement gas leak likely cause for Waterloo house explosion

1 month ago | kwwl.com | Emma'Le Maas

WATERLOO, Iowa (KWWL) -- On Sager Avenue and Scheerer Street, residents woke up to a blast around 2:30 a.m. Wednesday, as a result of a house explosion. One man has died from the explosion. It's unclear if he was the only resident of the home yet as authorities have not identified him. Officials have confirmed a dog survived the explosion, as it was in a shed detached from the home.
Thousands of immigrants to be deported after order to remove Humanitarian Parole legal protections

1 month ago | kwwl.com | Emma'Le Maas

WATERLOO, Iowa (KWWL) -- Thousands of immigrants in Waterloo are at-risk for deportation, after the Trump administration announced it will revoke lawful status for those who entered the country under Humanitarian Parole. The Biden Administration era order allowed migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Cuba to enter the country with two-year work permits. The legal status will now expire April 24th.