From the KCRG-TV9 Newsroom:
Starting today, a key Interstate 380 ramp in North Liberty will be temporarily closed. The ramp from Penn Street to northbound 380 will be closed as part of the I-380 Corridor Reconstruction Project. Drivers will be able to use a detour at Forevergreen Road. But it’s going to last awhile; the DOT says this phase of the project could take up to three months to complete.
Court documents show a Florida judge dismissed a lawsuit against the Archdiocese of Dubuque regarding a priest accused of sexually abusing boys. Father Leo Riley previously served as pastor at a Dubuque Catholic Church in the 1980’s. He later left, serving as the priest of a church in Florida until last year. In October of last year, three men filed civil lawsuits against Riley, accusing him of sexual abuse when he was pastor in Dubuque and they were altar boys. The court dismissed the Archdiocese from the lawsuits saying there was a lack of jurisdiction. Riley has also asked to be dismissed from the case. So far, there’s no ruling on Riley’s motion.
The Texas man accused of stalking Indiana Fever standout Caitlin Clark appeared for a hearing in an Indianapolis courtroom. Michael Lewis has pleaded not guilty to stalking charges. Prosecutors say he sent several threats and sexually explicit messages to the former Hawkeye star that made her fear for her safety. During Monday’s brief hearing, Lewis raised his hand to speak but ultimately refrained after consulting with his lawyers. In a hearing in January, he tried to plead guilty, but the judge ordered a mental health evaluation instead. His next hearing is set for July.
After a weeks-long closure, the Iowa DOT says the Lansing Bridge connecting northeast Iowa and western Wisconsin is back open for travelers. The bridge has been closed since May 17, when sensors detected movement at two bridge piers. The bridge is expected to close again, but after the Independence Day holiday.
The Iowa DOT is warning you may become the victim of a new text message scam circulating around the state. It claims the recipient could lose their vehicle registration, driving privileges, and even face prosecution if they don’t pay a fine. This is not true. The Iowa DOT says it will never ask for personal or financial information, especially by text message.
