Crime
2 months ago
Palo Alto County Sheriff Arrest Ruthven Man in Traffic Stop

Officials say Brown is also being held on active arrest warrants out of Clay and Emmet Counties.

Crime
2 months ago
Spencer Murder Suspect Enters Not Guilty Plea

According to a court affidavit, investigators retrieved surveillance footage from a nearby camera. The video reportedly showed St. John engaging in an altercation with Loudner that turned violent.

Crime
2 months ago
Storm Lake Police Arrest Two For Stolen Vehicle

At approximately 1:58 p.m., the stolen vehicle was located in Urbandale.

Crime
2 months ago
Sanborn Man Busted for Dealing Meth Near School

Court documents show the alleged drug deals happened on February 10th, and again on March 10th and April 1st.

Crime
2 months ago
Four Arrested After 14 Dogs Found in Unsanitary Conditions in Palmer

Authorities removed 14 dogs from a residence and nearby camper in Palmer, leading to the arrest of four individuals on animal neglect charges.

Crime
2 months ago
Nationwide Initiative to Combat Child Exploitation Nabs Cherokee Man

Roger Strickland, 62, of Cherokee, was sentenced in Federal Court to more than five years behind bars after a forensic review of his electronic devices uncovered more than 8,000 images and 225 videos.

Crime
2 months ago
Storm Lake Man Pleads Guilty in Federal Child Porn Case

Brian Oakleaf was arrested following a search of his home and office at his place of work by investigators.

Crime
2 months ago
Storm Lake City Police and Fire Give August Numbers

While overall adult arrests were down from August 2024, juvenile arrests saw a significant increase.

Crime
3 months ago
Spencer Woman Pleads Guilty to Theft at Hartley Convenience Store

A Spencer woman has pleaded guilty to fifth-degree theft following an incident at a convenience store in Hartley.

Crime
3 months ago
Spirit Lake Man Flees Traffic Stop, Ends with “Head-Butt” and Multiple Charges

Spirit Lake police arrested an individual after a short chase through town Wednesday morning.