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Sand and Lahn split on culture wars, mental health care and school funding in final governor debate
The third and final debate, hosted by KCRG and The Gazette in Cedar Rapids, came one week before Election Day on Nov. 3.
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Oct 27
Sand and Lahn split on culture wars, mental health care and school funding in final governor debate
The third and final debate, hosted by KCRG and The Gazette in Cedar Rapids, came one week before Election Day on Nov. 3.
Oct 24
Correction: Dubuque City Council Approves $1.82 Million Central Avenue Purchase, Sets $22.25 Million Bond Hearing
In its Oct. 19 session, the council also passed a receiving-home ordinance, approved $2.07 million in water revenue bonds, and set hearings on five housing urban renewal plans.
Oct 24
Special Council Meeting Monday to Decide Kinseth Hotel Closing Documents
The council meets at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, in the Historic Federal Building; the packet also asks for a third amendment moving the hotel closing to on or before Oct. 28.
Oct 23Inspected
Dubuque Health Inspection: COURTSIDE CAFE Cited with 1 Violation
Health inspectors documented 1 violation at COURTSIDE CAFE on October 15, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: Nacho cheese is hot holding at 128°F. Corrected on-site by the Person in Charge discardin
Oct 22Inspected
Dubuque Health Inspection: EDWARD'S SUPPER CLUB Cited with 1 Violation
Health inspectors documented 1 violation at EDWARD'S SUPPER CLUB on October 13, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: Owner in process of hiring staff. No verifiable employee health policy at this time
Oct 22Inspected
Dubuque Health Inspection: WENDY'S OLD FASHIONED HAMBURGERS Cited with 1 Violation
Health inspectors documented 1 violation at WENDY'S OLD FASHIONED HAMBURGERS on October 12, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: Staff could not produce variance approval letter. Corrected on site by
Oct 27
Southwest Wisconsin Measles Count Rises to 282 Confirmed Cases
Wisconsin health officials report 282 confirmed and six probable measles cases across four southwest Wisconsin counties as of Tuesday, up from 262 confirmed last week.
Oct 27
Q Casino Bets on $83 Million in Island Amenities as Cedar Crossing Opening Nears
Q Casino & Resort points to $83 million in non-gaming investments on Chaplain Schmitt Island as Cedar Crossing Casino prepares to open in less than a month.
Oct 27
The Jule to Offer Free Rides to Polls on Election Day Nov. 3
Fixed-route and on-demand service free all day for voters; tell the driver you are riding to vote.
Oct 27
Arrest: JEREK STROUF
JEREK STROUF arrested on Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Charges: Strouf, Jerek Anthony (W /M/, Arrest on chrg of, Criminal Mischief 5th Degree, Public Intoxication (M), at 2 E 15th St/central Ave, Dubuque, IA, on 10/27/2026 16:00. Bail/Bond: $600.00.
Oct 27
Arrest: JAMIR JORDAN
JAMIR JORDAN arrested on Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026 at 5:53 PM. Charges: Jordan, Jamir Jerrell (B /M/, Arrest on chrg of, Arson 1st Degree, Burglary 1st Degree - Burglary/breaking And Entering (F), at 770 Iowa St, Dubuque, IA, on 10/27/2026 17:53. Bail/Bond: $100,000.00.
Oct 27
Arrest: CHAD HILDEBRAND
CHAD HILDEBRAND arrested on Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026 at 4:47 AM. Charges: Hildebrand, Chad Eric (W /M/, Arrest on chrg of, Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia, Intox By Drugs (M), at 99 W 5th St/iowa St, Dubuque, IA, on 10/27/2026 04:47. Bail/Bond: $300.00.
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Delhi St. Closure at University Ave. Intersection
Delhi St. Closure at University Ave. Intersection. Source: City of Dubuque Public Works. Details: Due to private gas and sewer utility repairs, Delhi St. will be closed at the University Ave. intersection from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28.
Trump Dubuque rally set for Five Flags Event Center, remarks at 3 p.m. Nov. 1
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, with the program at 1:30 p.m.; free tickets via the RNC events page, RSVP required.
Queen St. Closure between E. 24th St. and Edwards St.
Queen St. Closure between E. 24th St. and Edwards St.. Source: City of Dubuque Public Works. Details: Due to the lead service water line replacement project, Queen St. will be closed between E. 24th St. and Edwards St. from 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, O
University Ave. Lane Closure between Spruce St. and Hill St.
University Ave. Lane Closure between Spruce St. and Hill St.. Source: City of Dubuque Public Works. Details: Due to private utility construction, University Ave. will have an eastbound lane closure between Spruce St. and Hill St. from 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, until 5 p.m. on F
Dubuque County Vote-by-Mail Ballots Must Arrive by 8 p.m. Nov. 3
Postmarks no longer count, the county election office reminds voters; ballots can also go in the drop slot at 880 Central Ave.
Dubuque County Presses Data-Center Developers to Pay for Roads and Emergency Strain
Supervisors questioned law enforcement Oct. 26 about construction traffic and emergency response for large data-center projects, with a county moratorium running through July 2027.
Dubuque school board weighs task forces' one-high-school recommendation
The district's internal and external facilities task forces recommended the one-high-school model Oct. 26; the board has not voted.
Correction: Dubuque City Council Approves $1.82 Million Central Avenue Purchase, Sets $22.25 Million Bond Hearing
In its Oct. 19 session, the council also passed a receiving-home ordinance, approved $2.07 million in water revenue bonds, and set hearings on five housing urban renewal plans.
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