Elizabeth Collins' Parents Want Death Penalty Re-Instated in Iowa, Will Meet With Branstad

Drew and Heather Collins, the parents of Elizabeth Collins and aunt and uncle of Lyric Cook-Morrissey, the cousins from Evansdale who whose bodies were recently found, said they forgive the culprit but still want capital punishment.

'Not a Funeral but a Celebration': Community Gathers to Say Farewell to Elizabeth Collins

Family, friends and the community gathered in Cedar Falls to celebrate the life and love of Elizabeth Collins, whose body was discovered with her cousin Lyric Cook-Morrissey after a search that lasted nearly five months.

Live Stream of Elizabeth Collins' 'Life and Love' Memorial Celebration

Elizabeth Collins and her cousin Lyric Cook-Morrissey, of Evansdale, went missing July 13. Their bodies were recently discovered. A 'Life and Love Celebration' and visitation will be held for Elizabeth tonight.

Watch This: Gangnam Style? No, Panther Style!

University of Northern students produced a parody of "Gangnam Style," the hit music video by Korean rapper PSY. It's Panther Style!

UNI Fall Commencement Set: Time, Location, Commencement Speaker Information

Approximately 600 graduates will participate in the University of Northern Iowa's fall commencement.

Drunk Driving and Theft Charges: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

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

CDC Says the Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in Cedar Falls

Here's where to get an influenza vaccine, how to recognize symptoms and what to know about treatment if you get sick.

Obituary: Elizabeth June Marie Collins

A Life and Love Celebration service for Elizabeth will be Dec. 13 at Heartland Vineyard Church, 1405 Greenhill Road, Cedar Falls. Visitation 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., service 7 p.m.

Is There a Midnight Showing of 'The Hobbit' in Cedar Falls? Show Times, Ticket Information

Take an "Unexpected Journey" in the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy.

Iowa Nice: State Among Top in Nation for Volunteerism

Iowans have increased the number of hours they give to others. Where to volunteer in the Cedar Valley.

The Who and Springsteen Live! 12-12-12 Concert to Benefit Hurricane Sandy Victims

Some of the biggest names in music will play at a benefit concert on Wednesday. All proceeds will go to Hurricane Sandy victims, via the Robin Hood Foundation. Cedar Falls Patch wants to help Patch communities on the East Coast rebuild, you can help, to

UNI Presidential Search Update: 20+ Candidates for Ben Allen's Job

University of Northern Iowa President Ben Allen plans to retire by July, and the hunt to find a replacement is underway.

With Search for Cousins Over, Focus Turns to Search for Justice

Lyric Cook-Morrissey and Elizabeth Collins' bodies were found in Bremer County last week. A $150,000 reward has been offered for information leading to the capture and conviction of the culprit or culprits.

Push for 'Cousins Law' Grows in Response to Lyric and Elizabeth's Deaths

The disappearance of Evansdale cousins Lyric Cook-Morrissey and Elizabeth Collins led a Cedar Falls woman to start a petition calling for the proposed law.

UNI Presidential Search Update: Committee Charged With Finding New President Meets Tuesday

University of Northern Iowa President Ben Allen plans to retire by July, and the hunt to find a replacement is underway.

Medical Examiner Confirms Bodies Are Missing Evansdale Cousins, Lyric and Elizabeth

Hunters found two bodies in a rural park in Bremer County last week. Today, authorities confirmed the bodies are the two missing girls from Evansdale.

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

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

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

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

Search at Seven Bridges Park Ends as Investigation into Missing Cousins Continues

Missing Evansdale cousins Lyric Cook-Morrissey and Elizabeth Collins are believed to be the bodies found at the Seven Bridges Wilderness Area in Bremer County last week.

Evansdale's Missing Cousins: Autopsies Complete on Bodies Found by Hunters

The medical examiner's office says all information will be released by the Black Hawk County sheriff's office.

'Dancing Up with Our Savior': Iowa Mourns the Missing Cousins of Evansdale

Authorities say they are "confident" two bodies found Wednesday are Lyric Cook-Morrissey, 11, and Elizabeth Collins, 9, who went missing in July. That confidence comes at a loss of innocence.

Theft and Public Intoxication Charges: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

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

Black Hawks Plan 'Pink Out' Game in Honor of Lyric and Elizabeth

The Waterloo Black Hawks hockey team will honor the Evansdale cousins at Friday's game.

Cedar Falls Church Plans 'Life and Love Celebration' for Evansdale Girl

Authorities are "confident" two bodies found Wednesday are Lyric Cook-Morrissey, 11, and Elizabeth Collins, 9, who went missing in July.

Obituary: Eli Ostby

Eli Ostby, 37, of Cedar Falls, died Wednesday after being hit by a train in Waterloo.

Community Remembers 'Our Girls' Lyric and Elizabeth at Evansdale Vigil

Authorities are now waiting for formal confirmation that the bodies found Wednesday are Lyric Cook-Morrissey, 11, and Elizabeth Collins, 9, who have been missing since July. Police have called it an abduction.

Video: Update on Missing Evansdale Girls, Bodies Found in Bremer County

Lyric Cook-Morrissey, 11, and Elizabeth Collins, 9, went missing July 13 from Evansdale. Two bodies were discovered in a wilderness area of Bremer County on Wednesday.

Coming Sunday: 'Dancing Up with Our Savior,' The Missing Cousins of Evansdale

As a mother posts her heartbreak over the missing cousins from Evandale, a look at a case of fears realized and hopes lost.

Missing Evansdale Girls: Authorities 'Confident' Bodies Are Lyric and Elizabeth

Authorities are now waiting for formal confirmation that the bodies found yesterday are Lyric Cook-Morrissey, 11, and Elizabeth Collins, 9, who have been missing since July. Police have called it an abduction.

Pedestrian Struck by Car in Cedar Falls

A man was hospitalized after being struck by a car near the intersection of Highway 58 and Viking Road in Cedar Falls Wednesday.

Sheriff: Bodies Linked to Evansdale Search Were Found in Bremer County Park

Authorities announced two bodies were found by hunters in a wooded area Wednesday. Lyric Cook-Morrissey, 11, and Elizabeth Collins, 9, have been missing since July.

Mother Confirms Missing Evansdale Girls Have Died

Hunters found two bodies in the woods on Wednesday. Police connected the bodies to the missing Evansdale girls case, but stopped short of confirming identities.

Video: Authorities Announce Bodies Discovered by Hunters, Possible Link to Missing Evansdale Cousins

The Black Hawk County Sheriff's Office says two bodies were discovered that may be connected to the case of Elizabeth Collins and Lyric Cook-Morrissey, who have been missing since July.

Bodies Discovered by Hunters May be Linked to Missing Evansdale Girls

The Black Hawk County Sheriff's Office says two bodies were discovered that may be connected to the case of Elizabeth Collins and Lyric Cook-Morrissey, who have been missing since July.

Cedar Falls Man Run Over By Train in Waterloo

Police said no foul play is suspected in the death of Eli Alexander Ostby, 37, of Cedar Falls.

Regents Approve Partial Demolition of Price Lab Building

The Iowa Board of Regents voted unanimously on the measure to demolish 70 percent of the Malcolm Price Laboratory building.

Regents Approve In-State Tuition Freeze for 2013-2014 School Year for UNI, UI, ISU

The Iowa Board of Regents met today and voted on the tuition freeze, which could be adjusted if new funding is not approved by the Iowa legislature.

State Money for Tuition Aid at Iowa’s Public Universities Still A Matter of Debate

A joint investigation by news organizations reveals many questions on the minds of state legislators

Nurse's Office Assistant Charged With Stealing from Cedar Falls High School

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

Wasendorf, PFG Auction Sold Thousands of Items Wednesday

Thousands of bottles of wine, a 1957 Ford Thunderbird, home furnishings and restaurant equipment from myVerona are among the items to be auctioned on Wednesday.