Cedar Falls Man Who Ran Beauty Pageants, After-School Sports Programs Charged With Sexual Abuse

The following information was provided by the police. It does not indicate a conviction.

Black Hawk County Sheriff's Office Warns of Phone Scam Targeting Elderly

The sheriff's office said the scam appears to be targeting elderly citizens.

Police: Dog Stolen In Cedar Falls; Suspect Left Notes

Cedar Falls police are investigating the theft of an English Yellow Lab from a Cedar Falls residence.

Man Escapes Cedar Falls House Fire Unharmed

A fire started at a Cedar Falls home Wednesday night.

Photos: UNI Students Present Play About Prop 8; Show Opens Friday

UNI students rehearse, "8 The Play," a production that explores Proposition 8. The show is Jan. 18 and 19 at 7:00 p.m. in the Strayer Wood Theatre in the Acting Practice Room. Admission is $2 per person.

UNI Presidential Search Finalists to Visit Campus; Public Forum Times, Dates Set

Three finalists for the job of UNI president will visit the University of Northern Iowa campus.

Possession of Marijuana, Drunk Driving and Public Intoxication Charges: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the police. It does not indicate a conviction.

Drunk Driving and Theft Charges: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the police. It does not represent a conviction.

Criminal Mischief, Public Intoxication and Drunk Driving Charges: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the police. It does not represent a conviction.

Drunk Driving, Theft and Public Intoxication Charges: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the police. It does not indicate a conviction.

UNI Recognized as a Military-Friendly University; Student Veterans Respond

Officials hope the new hiring of a full-time military and veteran student services coordinator and the start-up of a Military and Veteran Student Services Center may assist with enrollment at UNI.

Drunk Driving and Theft Charges: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the police. It does not represent a conviction.

Taylor Morris 'Citizen Co-Chair' at Obama Inauguration

Taylor Morris has been selected as one of eight citizen co-chairs to help celebrate President Barack Obama's inauguration.

Iowa Public Health Department to Require Whooping Cough Vaccine for School Admission

The state department of public health is requiring a pertussis (whooping cough) enrollment for school entry to stop the spread of the disease.

Legislative Outlook: Kressig Considering Push to Reduce Penalty on Crack-Cocaine in Iowa

Bob Kressig talks drug penalties, crowded prisons, allowable growth for schools, regents and more.

Sentencing for 'Midwest Madoff' at End of January

Russell Wasendorf Sr., the disgraced Peregrine Financial Group founder and former chief executive, admitted to falsifying bank documents and embezzling over $200 million over 20 years. He will be sentenced on Jan. 31.

UNI Puts Up Fight But Falls to No. 12 Creighton

The Northern Iowa Panthers succumb to Doug McDermott and the Creighton Bluejays on Tuesday evening. It was Creighton's 11th consecutive win.

3 Sent to Hospital But All Survive 4-Car Crash in Cedar Falls

The crash occurred near Hudson and Greenhill Road early Monday morning.

Organizer: No Dogs at Sturgis Falls Celebration Not New

Sturgis Falls Celebration and Cedar Basin Jazz Festival seek to expand the amount of locations which dogs and others animals are prohibited from.

Cedar Valley Legislators Consider Mental Health Funding

If Iowa opts out of the Medicaid expansion, poor Iowans with severe mental illnesses – one in six, according to a recent study – could be harmed.

Welcome Back: Northern Iowa Students First Day Back to Campus (Photos)

See photos as UNI students return for their first classes of the spring semester.

No Alcohol at Cedar Falls Walmart for 1 Month

Cedar Falls Walmart Supercenter has been banned from selling alcohol after second violation in two years.

Ex-Aide: Michele Bachmann's Iowa Campaign Staffers Still Waiting for Paychecks

The Minnesota congresswoman rose to the top and then sank to the bottom of the race of the GOP presidential nomination in Iowa.

2013 Oscars Nominations, Iowa Film Critics Association Picks, Tout 'Lincoln' As One of Year's Best Films

Full list of nominees included. The Iowa Film Critics anticipated the numerous nominations for 'Lincoln' as they were released a day earlier. Also receiving good critical buzz: Zero Dark Thirty, Les Miserables, Brave.

Major Renovation to Cedar Falls High Still Falls Short of Enrollment Projection

Officials are debating whether a new school or renovation makes most sense to address deficiencies in the Cedar Falls High School building.

Jerry Baker Passes Away at 80

The Cresco-native lived in Cedar Falls, ran for office, was an educator and a frequent "letter to the editor" writer.

Drug and Domestic Abuse Trial for Father of Abducted Evansdale Girl Moved

Daniel Morrissey, 36, the father of Lyric Cook-Morrissey, has had his trial moved from Black Hawk County to Scott County.

Cedar Falls Board Members, Officials Tour Waverly School Ahead of Work Session on New High School

The work session with discussion on potential new Cedar Falls high school project was to meet at the James L. Robinson Administrative Center Wednesday night.

Waterloo Man Who Terrified Local Trail Runners Sentenced to 14 Years

Blake Houser, of Waterloo, pleaded guilty to two random incidents of biking past women and using a knife to attack them while they were running on local recreation trails.

Stew's: In a Cedar Falls Garage, Rescuing Antiques and Dealing in 'Shabby Chic'

Emma Steffens, 21, has started her own business, peddling rescued antiques and upcycled treasures in a Cedar Falls garage.

What Time is BCS National Championship Game? Notre Dame V. Alabama TV Schedule, Betting Lines, Predictions, Iowa Connections

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish and Alabama Crimson Tide go at it tonight to determine the best college football team in the land. Check out the Iowa connections.

A New High School for Cedar Falls? School Board to Discuss Issue

The question of whether or not Cedar Falls High School needs a new $73 million building is on the agenda for the school board this week and Jan. 9.

Iowa Dept. of Revenue: Wasendorf, Ex-Wife, Owe Over $14 Million in Taxes, Fines

Russell Wasendorf Sr., the founder of Cedar Falls-based Peregrine Financial Group, is awaiting trial on charges he embezzled over $200 million over 20 years. Now authorities say he also owes millions in taxes.

'This is Not the Ron Paul Party of Iowa': Split Vote Re-Elects Ron Paul Supporter as Iowa GOP State Party Chairman

Iowa Republicans have re-elected A.J. Spiker as its party chairman. The selection of the at-time polarizing chairman highlights the divide within the Iowa Republican party.

2012-2013 NCAA College Bowl Game Schedule and Scores: Who's Yet to Play, TV Schedule

Alabama vs. Notre Dame for the BCS Title, scores for the Rose Bowl, Fiesta Bowl, Orange Bowl, Johnny Football and the Aggies, and more games in January. There's a handful of connections from around Iowa.

Updated With Answer: Where in Cedar Falls is This?

Can you guess where this week's mystery photo was taken?

Sheriff's Office: Loud Party Leads to 7 Drug Arrests in Cedar Falls

The following information was provided by the sheriff's office. It does not represent a conviction.

State Fire Marshall: 217 Iowan Lives Saved by Fire Alarms in 2012

Sadly, 42 Iowans perished in fires in 2012. However, the State Fire Marshall's office says 217 lives were saved by fire alarms.

2012-2013 NCAA College Bowl Game Schedule, Fiesta Bowl Final Score: Who's Playing, TV Times

Alabama vs. Notre Dame for the BCS Title. Oregon and Kenjon Barner took on Kansas State tonight in the Fiesta Bowl. Johnny Football and the Aggies still play, and more games remain January. There's a handful of connections from around Iowa.

9 Ways to Use Cedar Falls Patch in the New Year

Cedar Falls Patch can make your life easier and connect you to your community. We'll show you how.