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 […]
Read more navigate_nextFairfield Man Facing Multiple Felonies After Narcotics Investigation
A 61-year-old Fairfield man is facing multiple felony charges following a narcotics investigation conducted by the Iowa Division of Narcotics Enforcement. According to court records, agents executed search warrants early […]
Read more navigate_nextSchool Speed Zone Removed on Mason Road in Burlington
The Burlington Police Department is reminding drivers that beginning today at approximately 9:30 a.m., the school speed zone on Mason Road will be removed. The affected area includes the 2700 […]
Read more navigate_nextImportant Plan Enrollment Dates for Medicare Beneficiaries; 2/28/26 and 3/31/26
The Iowa Insurance Division is reminding Medicare beneficiaries about two upcoming enrollment deadlines. Iowans currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan have until March 31, 2026, to change plans or […]
Read more navigate_nextApplications Open Now for Hellman Lee County IMPACT Grants to Support Lee County Nonprofits
The Lee County Charitable Fund has officially renamed its annual IMPACT Grant to the Hellman Lee County IMPACT Grant, honoring the legacy of longtime community leader, philanthropist, and North Lee […]
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