Johnston Police Blotter: Fraudulent Credit Charges and Thefts

The Johnston Police Department answered several calls ranging from credit card and check fraud to verbal disputes.

Johnston Police Officer Credited With Saving A Life

Officer Brad Lowe responded to a call of an unresponsive man on Oct. 10. His actions have been credited with saving the man's life and the possible injury of bystanders.

An Unlikely Boss Rules the Johnston Fire Department

Alexis Johnston, a two-year-oldish black Labrador rules the Johnston fire station. After a rough start to life, the energetic dog has firefighters and visitors smitten.

Johnston Police Blotter: Campaign Sign Theft, Drug Charges

The Johnston Police Department answered several calls for theft of credit cards, campaign signs and gasoline.

Johnston Police Take-Back Prescription Drugs Day A Success

On Oct. 29, the Johnston Police Department's Take-Back Drugs initiative collected 126 pounds of medications.

Johnston Police Blotter: OWIs and Mischief Reported During Halloween Weekend

The Johnston Police Department was busy over the holiday weekend responding to calls of juvenile mischief and traffic stops.

Johnston Police Lieutenant Tackles Courses at FBI Academy

Lt. Lynn Aswegan is the first Johnston police officer to attend the prestigious FBI National Academy in Virginia.

Johnston Police Department Joins Iowa Tobacco Pledge

The Iowa Pledge aims to keep tobacco out of the hands of minors across the state.

Johnston Police to Increase Presence Near Summit Middle School

Increased complaints on traffic conditions during pick-up and drop-off times will result in stepped-up traffic enforcement.

Johnston Police Investigate Possible Live Grenade

The Johnston Police Department responded to a number of calls in the past week; several included thefts and disputes.

Johnston Police Department Offers Halloween Safety Tips

Keep safe this Halloween, and every day, by following these simple tips.

Johnston Police Department Collecting Prescription Drugs Saturday

The Take-Back Unwanted Prescription Drugs event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Johnston City Hall.

Johnston Fire Department Reminds Students, Community of Fire Prevention Strategies

The Johnston Fire Department celebrated Fire Prevention Month with trips to local schools and clubs to talk about the importance of fire safety.

Johnston Police Blotter: Public Intoxication, Disorderly Conduct Round Out Week of Oct. 19

The Johnston Police Department responded to several calls from Oct. 14 to Oct. 19. Here are reports for that time.

Johnston Police Blotter: Theft, Drug Arrests, Assaults Among the Reports

The Johnston Police Department responded to a number of calls between Oct. 14 and Oct. 19, including OWI charges and thefts.

Johnston Police Blotter: Thefts at Schools, Stores, Plus Hit and Run Accidents

The Johnston Police Department responded to a number of calls between Oct. 6 and Oct. 14, several included thefts and two hit and run accidents.

Johnston Police Warn Community of Online Predator

Over the last several days area communities reported suspicious internet activity.

Johnston's New Public Safety Building Closer to Reality

The building, overwhelmingly approved by voters, will replace the police station now located in a former supermarket.

Johnston Police Blotter: Theft, Theft and More Theft

The Johnston Police Department responded to a number of calls this week, including fraud and OWI. Mostly, though, they handled thefts.