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Bellevue voters approve $3 million bond for new municipal pool at Cole Park
The Nov. 3 measure passed with 84 percent of the vote, well above the 60 percent required; 942 voted yes and 181 voted no.
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Nov 5
Dubuque asks residents to weigh in on next city manager; survey open through Nov. 15
The city is surveying residents and business owners on the leadership qualities, experience and priorities they want in the next city manager, as the council oversees the search for Mike Van Milligen'
Nov 5
What the council's 5-2 voucher vote actually changes, and what it does not
Starting January 1, up to 12 households a year can move ahead on Dubuque's voucher waiting list through a homeless preference. Current voucher holders see no change.
Nov 5
Dubuque Council Approves Housing Voucher Plan Revision 5-2, Adopts Two Urban Renewal Plans
Minutes from the November 2 regular session show a split vote on the Housing Choice Voucher plan, unanimous approval of the Sky Blue and Technology Park renewal plans, and a full docket of consent ite
Nov 8Inspected
Dubuque Health Inspection: PERKINS #1115 Cited with 9 Violations
Health inspectors documented 9 violations at PERKINS #1115 on October 27, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: Prep line hand sink paper towel dispenser non-functional at inspection. Corrected onsite
Nov 8Inspected
Dubuque Health Inspection: YEN CHING RESTAURANT Cited with 1 Violation
Health inspectors documented 1 violation at YEN CHING RESTAURANT on October 28, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: Bulk bins not labeled with contents....
Nov 7Inspected
Dubuque Health Inspection: BIG APPLE BAGELS Cited with 6 Violations (including repeat citations)
Health inspectors documented 6 violations (including repeat citations) at BIG APPLE BAGELS on October 28, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: Open packages of cheese have no date marking of dates ope
Nov 9
Bellevue voters approve $3 million bond for new municipal pool at Cole Park
The Nov. 3 measure passed with 84 percent of the vote, well above the 60 percent required; 942 voted yes and 181 voted no.
Nov 8
UPDATE: Johnson County finishes counting 2,000 missed absentee ballots; no outcomes change
Auditor Julie Persons says the roughly 2,000 ballots found boxed Thursday are now counted and included in the totals to be canvassed Tuesday, with no race or measure affected.
Nov 8
Dozens displaced, three hurt in Saturday evening fire at Dubuque apartment building
Fire broke out in a first-floor apartment at 280 West 17th Street; occupants of 20 units were displaced and the Red Cross is helping with shelter.
Nov 9
Arrest: SHYANNE HAYES
SHYANNE HAYES arrested on Sunday, Nov 08, 2026 at 11:09 PM. Charges: Hayes, Shyanne Mache (B /F/, Arrest on chrg of, Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia, Owi 1st Offense, Interference W/official Acts - No Injury/damage (M), at 1401 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA, on 11/8/2026 23:09. Bail/Bond: $1,300.00.
Nov 9
Arrest: JAY CLEWELL
JAY CLEWELL arrested on Sunday, Nov 08, 2026 at 11:00 PM. Charges: Clewell, Jay R (W /M/, Arrest on chrg of Public Intoxication (M), at 3050 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA, on 11/8/2026 23:00. Bail/Bond: $300.00.
Nov 8
Arrest: COLTON HILLERY
COLTON HILLERY arrested on Sunday, Nov 08, 2026 at 3:13 PM. Charges: Hillery, Colton John (W /M/, Arrest on chrg of Mittimus (M), at 495 Loras Blvd/montrose Ter, Dubuque, IA, on 11/8/2026 15:13. Bail/Bond: Not Specified (or $0.00).
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Dubuque Health Inspection: Yen Ching Restaurant Cited with 1 Violation
Health inspectors documented 1 violation at YEN CHING RESTAURANT on October 28, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: Bulk bins not labeled with contents....
Coe rolls past University of Dubuque 32-7 behind Drummer's three touchdowns
Quincy Drummer scored all three Kohawk touchdowns as Coe moved to 7-2 on the season.
Chaney Rd. Closure at Asbury Rd. Intersection
Chaney Rd. Closure at Asbury Rd. Intersection. Source: City of Dubuque Public Works. Details: Due to traffic signal improvement, Chaney Rd. will be closed in the area just south of its intersection with Asbury Rd. starting at 8 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 9, until 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov.
Dubuque airport to host Tsa PreCheck enrollment event Dec. 1-4
Travelers can enroll at Dubuque Regional Airport without driving to a larger airport; appointments run 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. each day.
Dubuque Health Inspection: Big Apple Bagels Cited with 6 Violations (including repeat citations)
Health inspectors documented 6 violations (including repeat citations) at BIG APPLE BAGELS on October 28, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: Open packages of cheese have no date marking of dates ope
Dubuque Health Inspection: Dubuque Wine & Spirits Cited with 6 Violations (including repeat citations)
Health inspectors documented 6 violations (including repeat citations) at DUBUQUE WINE & SPIRITS on October 29, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: [REPEAT] Person in charge could not find a verifiab
Hospice of Dubuque offers free Holiday Help program Monday for those grieving a loss
The free program is Monday, Nov. 9, at 6 p.m. at Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home on Kennedy Road; a Holiday Family Workshop follows Nov. 17.
Vesperman Farms featured on 'Uniquely Wisconsin'
Lancaster's Vesperman Farms is the latest local treasure featured on 'Uniquely Wisconsin,' an online series that promotes outstanding people and places in the state.
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