A missing 13-year-old child was safely located Tuesday night following a multi-agency search in Wapello County. According to the Wapello County Sheriff’s Office, deputies received a report around 8:08 p.m. […]
Read more navigate_nextPediatric Cancer Research Bill Advances at Iowa Capitol
Following National Cancer Day, cancer-related legislation continued to advance at the Iowa Capitol. The Iowa House Higher Education Committee unanimously approved House File 2057 on Wednesday, a bill that would […]
Read more navigate_nextSupervisors Hear Old Threshers Presentation, Department Updates, Public Comment on County Attorney Resignation
The Henry County Board of Supervisors met Thursday morning to hear updates from county departments and community partner Midwest Old Threshers. Old Threshers Executive Director Terry McWilliams addressed the board, […]
Read more navigate_nextOn World Cancer Day, Miller-Meeks Announces New Cancer Detection Law
Today is World Cancer Day, a time to remember those affected by cancer and to focus on progress in the fight against this disease. And here in Washington something big […]
Read more navigate_nextMurder Trial Begins in Burlington for Woman Accused in Fatal Stabbing
Jury selection and initial proceedings began today at the Des Moines County District Court for 49-year-old Tisha Renee Bounds, who is accused of fatally stabbing a man in an apartment […]
Read more navigate_nextHenry County Attorney Darin Stater Resigns, Effective February 9
Henry County Attorney Darin Stater has officially submitted his resignation. According to a resignation letter dated February 3, 2026, Stater informed Henry County Auditor Robin Detrick that he is resigning […]
Read more navigate_nextMount Pleasant Childcare Center Secures Temporary Location to Continue Services
The Mount Pleasant Childcare Center will continue serving local families after securing a temporary location ahead of its current lease expiration. KILJ recently spoke with Mount Pleasant Childcare Center Board […]
Read more navigate_nextHazmat Response Called After Formaldehyde Spill at SEIRMC West Burlington
A formaldehyde chemical spill was reported in the Surgery Department (OR) at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center (SEIRMC), West Burlington, at approximately 8:45 a.m. yesterday, Tuesday, February 3rd. The West […]
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