Author: Nick Green

Davenport, IOWA – According to the state officials, the Border Strike Force will facilitate the sharing of intelligence information across state lines to improve border enforcement. According to Gov. Reynolds, information from criminal investigations across the nation will be shared to help combat drug trafficking, human smuggling and the prevalence of cartels and other drug organizations infiltrating the U.S. from the border.  State participation in the Border Strike Force requires no taxpayer funds or enforcement personnel, officials said. Information is already routinely gathered during investigations and will be shared as classified intelligence information with other state law enforcement agencies.   Governor Kim Reynolds…

The 2-year-old baby, who was diagnosed with fetal growth restriction while still in the womb, spent the first 2 years of her life in a hospital fighting for her life. The baby’s doctor said that letting the little girl grow in the PICU under the care of her nurses and medical team helped with her breathing episodes, as her lungs continued to develop. The doctor also said that the physical therapy helped with her muscle rigidity and her lungs seemed to improve as her muscles strengthened. The 2-year-old baby from California, Addy Smith, left the hospital on April 5. Addy reportedly…

Des Moines County, IOWA – Iowa State Patrol officials said the fatal accident occurred right before 9 p.m. Monday night. It happened on Highway 34. Iowa State Patrol troopers responded to a report of a crash. The responding troopers discovered that the 24-year-old driver of Ford Escape was driving east on Highway 34 when the 18-year-old pedestrian ran in front of the vehicle and was struck. Troopers said the unidentified pedestrian suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken to  a hospital, where they were later pronounced dead. The victim’s identity has not yet been released. This incident remains under investigation. This…

Cedar Rapids, IOWA – According to the statement, the 29-year-old suspect was arrested and taken into custody on Monday. His name is Dimione Walker and he was wanted in connection to the April 10 shooting at the Taboo Night Club that left two people dead and 10 others injured, officials said. The 29-year-old suspect is now facing multiple charges, including: first-degree murder, intimidation with a dangerous weapon, going armed with intent and felon in possession of a firearm. On the morning of April 11, investigators with the Cedar Rapids Police Department contacted the Northern Iowa Fugitive Task Force requesting assistance in the…

Muscatine, IOWA – According to the city officials, the HNI’s partnership with the City of Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department has allowed them to assist in tree plantings as well as tree and landscape maintenance projects. The Senior Vice President-Legal at HNI Corporation, Steven Bradford, released the following statement:  “HNI appreciates the recognition and values our relationship with the City of Muscatine. We are committed to helping our communities and look forward to continuing this partnership.” The Superintendent of Parks for the City of Muscatine, Nick Gow, said: “The recognition is well-deserved because of HNI’s generous donation and volunteer efforts…

The 13-year-old girl suffered from a runny nose and headache for a week before her temperature increased. Her mom said that she is lucky to be alive after the medical personnel dismissed her symptoms as the common cold before she was diagnosed with a life-threatening disease. “My gut feeling was telling me this isn’t just a cold or virus. I had to push for a blood test and it came back with markers that would indicate an infection but we were discharged.” the mother said. In June 2021, the then 12-year-old girl, Harri Tuson, was taken to the hospital after suffering from a fever,…

Man, who served as the district’s interim superintendent and worked in the school district for more than 20 years, including as a teacher and principal, has reportedly filed a state and federal discrimination lawsuit against the school district and four of its board members. The superintendent claims he lost his job because he advocated for students with disabilities and students of color. The school district reportedly fired the superintendent because he supported students and staff wearing masks in schools to protect themselves and their families against COVID-19 and because of his role in developing and implementing the district’s equity policy. The…

Dallas County, IOWA – According to the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office, this incident occurred  on Sunday. It happened at 22760 Laredo Trail in rural Adel. Right before 8 p.m. Sunday, the 911 caller told the dispatcher that someone poured gasoline inside the house and lit it on fire. Minburn Fire Department crews and the Dallas County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the scene. The house sustained significant damage from the fire. Deputies said that 2 people suffered injuries and were taken to a hospital for treatment. On April 13, the suspect was released from the hospital. He was arrested and transported to…