Governor, Educators, Business Leaders Agree: Grow Iowa's Economy by Growing STEM Education

Improving STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering and Math - education is part of a statewide push by Gov. Terry Branstad.

Prosecutors: Peregrine CEO Wasendorf to Plead Guilty; Faces Up to 50 Years in Prison

Russell Wasendorf Sr., the CEO of Peregrine Financial Group, PFG, is in federal prison on charges of lying to investigators.

Cedar Falls Flags Lowered in Honor of 9/11; Day of Service Held in Cedar Valley

If you drive by Cedar Falls city offices on Tuesday you'll notice flags have been lowered to half staff in honor of the September 11 terrorist attacks.

'Presidential Pizza: The Baroccoli Obama,' Adam Scott from Parks and Rec, and More Photos from Obama Stop in Iowa City

A local pizza shop commemorated President Barack Obama's visit to Iowa City on Friday with a pie named in his honor.

'We Will Win Iowa' President Obama Tells Iowa City Crowd

Fresh off the Democratic National Convention, President and Michelle Obama, and the Bidens traveled to Iowa City on Friday.

Beau Biden Plans Trip to Waterloo; Rashida Jones and Adam Scott UNI Campaign Visit Schedule Released

Both Vice President Joe Biden's son Beau and Parks and Recreation actors are heading to the Cedar Valley in the next few days to campaign for President Barack Obama.

Price Lab Parents File Appeal With Iowa Supreme Court

The legal fight against Price Lab's closure continues even as its students integrate into new schools.

Iowa Corn Growers Endorse Braley, Rogers, Kressig and Danielson's Re-Election Bids

The Iowa Corn Growers Association has endorsed 72 state and federal candidates, including Bruce Braley in Iowa's 1st District.

Local Republicans Gear Up for Final Campaign Stretch as Victory Office Opens in Cedar Falls

The grand opening celebration featured speeches by local Republicans running for office, including Iowa's first district Congressional candidate Ben Lange.

Updated: Labor Day 2012: What's Open, What's Closed in Cedar Falls

Labor Day, everyone's favorite first Monday off of the school year, is coming up next week. See how it affects life in Cedar Falls.

Ordinance to Limit Pets Dropped From Cedar Falls City Council Agenda

The measure would have limited how many dogs or cats a residence could have.

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Poll: Should Cedar Falls City Council Limit How Many Pets You Can Have? Final Decision Will Be Monday

The council will consider whether or not to limit the number of animals a home can have without a special license.

Iowa Farm Bureau Endorses Lange in His Campaign Against Congressman Braley

Ben Lange is seeking to oust Bruce Braley for Iowa's 1st District seat in the House of Representatives.

No Cases of West Nile Virus in Black Hawk County; 3 in Iowa in 2012

Despite the spike of West Nile Virus cases nationally, there are no cases in Black Hawk County.

From Iowa State Fair to Cedar Falls Pump Haus to White House Homebrew: People Want Answers About Obama's Beer

During Obama's recent trip to Iowa, it became clear the president is a fan of suds. Now people want to know more.

Cedar River Water Trail Project Continues to Move Forward

The Cedar River in Black Hawk and Bremer County has begun the process for designation as a state water trail.

Updated: Second Complaint Filed Against Braley as House Race Against Lange Heats Up

Ben Lange, running for Congress against incumbent Democrat Bruce Braley, has filed an ethics complaint against the first district representative.

President Obama in Waterloo: Thanks Iowa for Help in 2008, Asks for More (Updated and Photos Added)

The President spoke in Waterloo Tuesday during his three-day tour of Iowa.

Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal Will Campaign for Romney in Cedar Falls Tonight

The governor of Louisiana is also stopping in Marshalltown.

Democrat Rep. Bruce Braley Plays Nice to 'His Friend' Paul Ryan at Iowa State Fair

Rep. Bruce Braley, D-Waterloo, who is campaigning against GOP candidate Ben Lange to keep his 1st-District seat, spoke at the Des Moines Register's "soapbox" at the Iowa State Fair on Monday.

Obama's Extended Stay in Iowa a Sign of State's Importance On Electoral Map

The President will spend three days in Iowa next week, reportedly the longest consecutive time he's spent in one state during this campaign.

Time, Place, How to Get Tickets for Obama's Waterloo Visit

The President will visit the Cedar Valley next week as part of a three-day tour of the state.

Report: Feds Want Wasendorf Car That's Decorated with UNI Panther Logo

The FBI is going over a car won by indicted businessman Russell Wasendorf Sr., formerly CEO of Peregrine Financial Group, based in Cedar Falls. Wasendorf won it during a charity auction.

Former County GOP Chairman Files Ethics Complaint Against Congressman Bruce Braley

The complaint was filed late Wednesday by the former chairman of the Dubuque County Republicans, Matt Giese.

UPDATE: Obama to Make Three Day Tour of Iowa Next Week; Will Stop in Waterloo

Both President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney are making Iowa a frequent stopping place as they campaign for the November election.

Blue Iowa Survey: Iowa Democrats Have Most Confidence in a Braley Win Over Lange

The latest Blue Iowa survey takes a look at the four contested congressional races in Iowa.

Disaster Designation for Black Hawk, Other Iowa Counties Recommended by USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack For Drought 2012

The historically low levels of precipitation has led to Department of Agriculture head Tom Vilsack to declare 42 Iowa counties primary natural disaster areas.

Taylor Morris Honored With Purple Heart As Surprise Ending to White House Tour

The Cedar Falls sailor who was wounded in Afghanistan was surprised with the award during a tour of the White House.

DOT Calls Public Meeting to Discuss University Ave. Improvements

The Department of Transportation wants to discuss proposed improvements to the busy road that crosses through Cedar Falls and Waterloo

Branstad Sides With Local Governments on Firefighter, Police Pensions

Governor’s position hits a hot-button issue – trimming public employee benefits and reducing government spending.

National Guard Sends Off 50 Iowa Soldiers

Members of Detachment 1, Company C will provide medical assistance as the 2-211th General Support Aviation Batallion.

Update: Cedar Falls Officials OK Downtown Redevelopment Project

City officials will consider a redevelopment plan that includes renovating the old Broom Factory site into townhomes.

PFG's Wasendorf Arrested, to Appear in Federal Court Today

Russell Wasendorf Sr., the founder and CEO of the Peregrine Financial Group, PFGBEST, attempted to commit suicide Monday.

Santorum in Iowa Says Obama Wants to Return to Days of Royalty

The one-time Republican presidential candidate returned to the state and appeared with Black Hawk County Republican candidates for the Iowa House and Senate.

Danielson- COOKOUT 2012 CAMPAIGN KICK-OFF -Gateway Park, Cedar Falls

Backyard Compost Bin & Rain Barrel Sale April 14th

2012 Black Hawk County Republican Caucus