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Today in Iowa Tries Gift Wrapping

Dec 8, 2024 | kwwl.com | Lilly Cederdahl |Katie Easter

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa. (KWWL) - Christmas is all about giving, and there's no better way to express appreciation than by thoughtfully wrapping your gifts. KWWL's Ryan Witry, Katie Easter, and Lilly Cederdahl stopped by the Cob Mercantile to not only choose a gift but also to learn the art of wrapping it beautifully. Experts say the secret is to have clean lines.
Homeowner and firefighter injured in early morning Palo fire

Nov 27, 2024 | kwwl.com | Katie Easter

PALO, IA (KWWL)- A Linn county firefighter is recovering in the hospital after an early morning fire. The home owner was also taken to the hospital for injuries. The homeowner, 43-year-old Scott Lane, was rescued by bystanders. The fire happened around 5:30 Wednesday morning on 2nd Street. One of the two dogs did not survive. Lane, and the firefighter, are expected to be ok. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Home owner and firefighter injured in early morning fire

Nov 27, 2024 | kwwl.com | Katie Easter

By Katie Easter PALO, IA (KWWL)- A Linn county firefighter is recovering in the hospital after an early morning fire. The home owner, 43-year-old Scott Lane was also taken to the hospital for injuries. The fire happened around 5:30 this morning on 2nd Street. Lane was rescued by neighbors. Sadly, one of two dogs did not survive. Lane, and the firefighter, are expected to be ok. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
No threat to public after COE college lifted lockdown

Nov 12, 2024 | kwwl.com | Katie Easter

By Katie Easter CEDAR RAPIDS, IA (KWWL)- Police say there is no threat to the public after a call earlier this morning. In response to CRPD, COE College went on lockdown at 7:45 a.m. According to campus security, that lockdown was lifted at 8:45. At this time, not many details are being released. Police say they are still investigating the situation.
Vehicle Fire Block Traffic Along I-80 WB Near Williamsburg

Oct 21, 2024 | kwwl.com | Lilly Cederdahl |Katie Easter

By Lilly Cederdahl,Katie Easter IOWA COUNTY- The Iowa DOT says drivers can expect a right lane closure along I-80 Westbound Monday morning. This comes as a vehicle caught fire just a couple miles west of the Williamsburg rest stop between Exits 211 and 205. According to the DOT camera, the involved vehicle seems to be heavily damage. This is a developing story.
I-80 WB blocked by vehicle fire

Oct 21, 2024 | kwwl.com | Katie Easter
Waterloo West High School vandalized; police need help

Oct 4, 2024 | kwwl.com | Katie Easter

WATERLOO, IA (KWWL)-Police need the public's help finding who spray painted on several buildings at West High School. Cedar Valley Crime Stoppers did not specify when the graffiti appeared, but confirm they are investigating markings on multiple buildings. Anyone with information is asked to the Waterloo Police Department at 319-291-4340 or Crime Stoppers at 855-300-TIPS (8477). Tips may also be left at WWW.CVCRIMESTOP.COM
UI professor helps create domestic abuse awareness training module

Oct 3, 2024 | kwwl.com | Katie Easter

IOWA CITY, Iowa (KWWL) - Domestic abuse is becoming easier to spot thanks to a national virtual training program. The training is the result of a University of Iowa professor's research. "We are able to say here are the things you can see about the course of control, are they starting to control the way you talk, the way you dress, who you talk to, are they using jealousy to control you.
State Audit finds Tama County official may have improperly spent funds for personal use

Oct 2, 2024 | kwwl.com | Katie Easter

TAMA COUNTY, Iowa (KWWL) - State Auditor Rob Sand says his office found improper disbursements and unsupported disbursements by the Tama County Department of Conservation for the period March 1, 2021 through August 14, 2023. In a press release, Sand's office says a special investigation was requested by County and Department officials as a result of concerns regarding certain financial transactions processed by the former Conservation Department Director Stephen Mayne.
Readlyn family hoping to help others over come life's challenges

Jul 4, 2024 | kwwl.com | Katie Easter

WATERLOO, Iowa (KWWL) - Families in the MercyOne NICU are getting a special gift, thanks to a Readlyn family. The Schmidt family is making it their mission to give back to the community and express gratitude for the kindness they received while their baby Tezlee was in the NICU for 11 weeks. Recently, they donated $600.00 to go towards books, and little felt hearts for the babies. It's also their mission to raise awareness about Down Syndrome.