DUBUQUE, Iowa — On May 21, 2025, at 6:20 a.m., 35-year-old Wayman John Blocker was taken into custody at the Dubuque Law Enforcement Center located at 770 Iowa St, Dubuque, IA. He is facing charges of Harassment in the 2nd Degree (Misdemeanor) and Attempted Burglary in the 2nd Degree – Burglary/Breaking and Entering (Felony). The arrest was carried out by local authorities, although…
DUBUQUE, Iowa — During the Dubuque County Board of Supervisors meeting on Monday, Sheriff Joe Kennedy stood by his choice to opt out of the ICE 287(g) program, pointing to limitations in resources. On March 7, ICE had extended an invitation to Kennedy to participate in the program, which allows local law enforcement agencies to take on immigration enforcement responsibilities through various models, including the Jail Enforcement Model and Task Force…
MAY 21, 2025 In honor of National Public Works Week, Dubuque Mayor Brad Cavanagh has officially designated May 18-24 as Public Works Week in Dubuque, acknowledging the vital role that public works professionals play in our community. The dedicated teams within the City of Dubuque’s public works departments are responsible for ensuring access to clean drinking water, managing stormwater and sewer systems,…
DUBUQUE, IA – On May 21, 2025, around 3:05 PM, Celia G. Casarrubias-Kelley, a 23-year-old Caucasian female, was taken into custody at the crossroads of 98 E 10th St and White St in Dubuque, Iowa. She is being charged with misdemeanors for possession of a controlled substance and for being an individual prohibited from carrying dangerous weapons. Officials have yet to provide…
DUBUQUE, IA – On May 21, 2025, around 2:43 PM, Dillon Michael Hussey, an 18-year-old Caucasian male, was apprehended at 770 Iowa St, Dubuque, Iowa. He is facing a felony charge of third-degree sexual abuse related to forcible rape. Officer J.J. Demmer arrested Hussey in connection with the incident. Additional information about the circumstances surrounding…
Wednesday, May 21, 2025  If you’re in search of some excitement, make your way to the Dubuque County fairgrounds for Wild West Wednesday. The event kicks off at 7 PM and runs until 11 PM. Prepare to dance away to four hours of country tunes with Ken Peiffer on 103.3 WJOD. It’s sure to be an unforgettable experience!
PATCH GROVE, WI – At around 8:15 p.m. on May 21, 2025, a collision involving two vehicles occurred at the junction of Hwy 18 and Hwy 35 in the Town of Patch Grove, resulting in minor injuries to three individuals, as reported by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office. Dennis Nagel, a 46-year-old resident of Prairie du Chien, was traveling north on Hwy…
May 22, 2025 The City of Dubuque has engaged a contractor to perform trail maintenance (including crack sealing and repairs) at the John G. Bergfeld Recreation Area on Tuesday, May 27, and Wednesday, May 28. Maintenance work will take place on sections of the trail both north and south of Chavenelle Rd. Trail users are advised to steer clear of certain sections of…
DUBUQUE COUNTY, Iowa – On Saturday, May 24, 2025, the Archdiocese of Dubuque will be organizing the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, which will necessitate a temporary closure of 160th St (Petersburg Road) in the rural area of New Vienna, Iowa. This closure will take place from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, impacting a 5.33-mile section to facilitate the event. The pilgrimage event of the Catholic Church…
DES MOINES – Iowa boasts beautiful lakes and beaches that come alive during the summer, but safety depends on being well-informed. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) conducts weekly water testing at beaches from Memorial Day through Labor Day, checking for E. coli and microcystins to guarantee safe swimming. What’s Being Tested? • E. coli: A type of bacteria that can signal the presence of harmful pathogens. Elevated levels may…
