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Crime
2 months ago
Spencer Teens Charged with Possession

Both were released to the custody of their parents.

Crime
2 months ago
OWI Turns Violent in Buena Vista County

It all started around 4 a.m. on January 11th. Deputies found 26-year-old Cody Ron Hapes passed out in his car at the Casey’s in Alta

Crime
2 months ago
Additional Charges for Former Auto Dealer

On Monday, February 9, Buena Vista County Attorney Paul Allen filed four new counts of ongoing theft, adding to the ten counts previously filed by Cherokee County Attorney Ryan Kolpin.

Crime
2 months ago
Second Car Jacking Suspect Now in Dickinson County Jail

A judge has scheduled his arraignment and a bond review hearing for February 17th.

Crime
2 months ago
Storm Lake Police Chief Reports 2025 Saw Drop in Crime Rate

The 2025 Storm Lake Police Department Annual Report is available to the public on the Storm Lake city website.

Crime
2 months ago
Sheriff Warns to Track Your Checks, Criminals Stealing Out of Mail Boxes

The Lyon County Sheriff reports a number of old-fashioned checks have been stolen from mailboxes, with the payee information altered, and the check fraudulently deposited.

Crime
2 months ago
Milford Man Posts Bond Following May City Burglary Arrest

The man is accused of breaking into a farm residence near May City has been released from custody as the case moves forward.

Crime
2 months ago
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Charges for Spirit Lake Woman

Iowa State Patrol were on Highway 60 southwest of Sheldon when the arrest occurred.

Crime
2 months ago
Buena Vista Teen Facing Multiple Felony Charges

The charges stem from a series of incidents on December 27th that also included four counts of third-degree burglary involving motor vehicles.

Crime
2 months ago
Newell Man Sentenced Tomorrow on Sex Abuse Crimes

Des Angel attempted to represent himself during portions of the trial, has filed multiple motions requesting a new trial.