Specialized unit resolves tense Tuesday standoff in Dubuque.

May 22, 2025 On May 20, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the Dubuque police launched an operation to capture Leonardo M. Campbell, aged forty. He was located at 2115 Stafford Street, resulting in an extended standoff that spanned several hours. Despite the efforts of negotiators aiming for a resolution, Campbell remained resolute in his refusal to…

Senior Farmers Market Initiative Launches on June 1 in Grant County

LANCASTER, WI – As of June 1, 2025, the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Southwest Wisconsin in Grant County will begin issuing Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) checks, providing low-income seniors with access to fresh produce, including fruits, vegetables, and herbs sourced from local farms. Funded by the USDA, this program promotes healthy eating habits while also supporting local farmers by incentivizing purchases at…

Dubuque Memorial Day Celebration Parade

The Dubuque Memorial Day Parade is set to take place on Monday, May 26, 2025. The event will kick off at noon from Chaplain Schmitt Island in the Q Casino parking lot. The procession will move east along Greyhound Park Dr., turning onto Admiral Sheehy Dr., passing beneath the bridge overpass, and meandering around McAleece Sports Complex before concluding at…

Private Property UTV Accident – Fatal Outcome

On May 21, 2025, around 5:23 PM, the Grant County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a roll-over UTV accident that occurred on private land just off Oak Rd, north of Dickeyville, within the Town of Paris. Upon their arrival, officers discovered that Mario Cardenas, a 27-year-old from St. Landry, LA, was operating a 2019 Polaris…

Impaired Driving Can End a Life

A Note from the NHTSA As you prepare for Memorial Day weekend festivities, ensure you have a safe way to get home if you choose to drink: 🔴Request a taxi🔴Book a rideshare🔴Contact a sober friend for a ride home Remember, Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.

Dubuque Gate & Pump Station Project Launch on Tuesday

On May 23, 2025, the City of Dubuque is set to host a kick-off event for the Dubuque Gate and Pump Station Flood Mitigation Project. This gathering will take place at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27, at the Eagles Watch Audubon Overlook located by the 16th St. Detention Basin. Community members are encouraged to attend to gain further insights into the project. A limited parking area…

Are You Prepared for Some Football?

Join us tonight to connect with your very first PROFESSIONAL football team, the Iowa Power! Sponsored by Diamond Jo Casino, Dubuque’s own professional indoor football team is ready to meet you! Come along on Friday, May 23, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at The Game Sports Bar for an exhilarating Meet & Greet event featuring some of the Iowa…

Dubuque Authorities Detain Two Following Midnight Confrontation on Elm Street

Dubuque Police Detain Two Individuals After Late-Night Dispute on Elm Street DUBUQUE, IA – On May 23, 2025, at around 12:16 AM, the Dubuque Police took Kalin Lee Erickson, 41, and Ronald L. Arthofer, 70, into custody following a disturbance at 2711 Elm St. Erickson is facing charges for disorderly conduct related to fighting, while Arthofer has been charged with disorderly conduct-fighting and…

Crowds Anticipated to Pack Parks During Memorial Day Weekend

Iowa DNR – Iowa’s state parks and forests are preparing for a bustling Memorial Day weekend, marking the official kickoff of the summer outdoor recreation season. “Visitors are eager to step outside and take advantage of the lovely weather,” stated Sherry Arntzen, head of the DNR’s State Parks, Forests, and Preserves Bureau. “Our parks provide a…