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Tiffany brings Common Sense Bus Tour to Lancaster
Wisconsin governor candidate Tom Tiffany and running mate David Varnam stopped in the Grant County seat on Tuesday.
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Oct 28
Dubuque City Council Approves Kinseth Closing Documents and Agreement Amendment in 10-Minute Special Session
Both resolutions passed 7-0 on Oct. 26. City staff said the closing timing lets the developer keep its lender's current interest rate, and the approvals do not change previously approved financial inc
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 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 29
Tiffany brings Common Sense Bus Tour to Lancaster
Wisconsin governor candidate Tom Tiffany and running mate David Varnam stopped in the Grant County seat on Tuesday.
Oct 29
Dubuque trick-or-treat hours set for Saturday; Maquoketa runs 5 to 7 p.m.
KCRG's eastern Iowa roundup lists Halloween times city by city; Dubuque runs 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 31.
Oct 28
Two Seek Dubuque County Recorder's Office in Nov. 3 Election
Democratic appointee Ann Sweeney faces unaffiliated challenger Michael Rabagia for the county recorder's office.
Oct 29
Arrest: OLIVIA LYONS
OLIVIA LYONS arrested on Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026 at 9:26 PM. Charges: Lyons, Olivia Jean (W /F/, Arrest on chrg of Intox By Drugs (M), at 100 W 4th St, Dubuque, IA, on 10/28/2026 21:26. Bail/Bond: $300.00.
Oct 29
Arrest: ALEX DINH
ALEX DINH arrested on Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026 at 10:23 PM. Charges: Dinh, Alex Van (W /M/, Arrest on chrg of, Domestic Abuse Assault With Injury - Aggravated Assault, Child Endangerment (M), at 3449 Crestwood Dr, Dubuque, IA, on 10/28/2026 22:23. Bail/Bond: Not Specified (or $0.00).
Oct 29
Arrest: JEFFREY STELPFLUG
JEFFREY STELPFLUG arrested on Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026 at 11:52 PM. Charges: Stelpflug, Jeffrey David (W /M/, Arrest on chrg of Owi 1st Offense (M), at 2400 Broadway St, Dubuque, IA, on 10/28/2026 23:52. Bail/Bond: $1,000.00.
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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
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.
Dubuque City Council Approves Kinseth Closing Documents and Agreement Amendment in 10-Minute Special Session
Both resolutions passed 7-0 on Oct. 26. City staff said the closing timing lets the developer keep its lender's current interest rate, and the approvals do not change previously approved financial inc
Nunn, Trone Garriott clash over Iran war, health care and taxes in lone IA-03 debate
The hour-long KCCI debate in Des Moines came one week before Election Day on Nov. 3.
Iowa Dnr to Stock Heritage Pond with 1,500 Rainbow Trout Today
The 11 a.m. stocking at Heritage Pond in Dubuque is part of the DNR's fall community trout program.
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.
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.
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