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Saturday, January 05, 2013  A new state report says Iowa's courts have not been levying increased penalties for drivers who illegally pass a stopped school bus.

Thursday, February 02, 2012  Fewer staff members and shorter hours in county court offices hurts productivity.

Thursday, May 12, 2011  Who decides the bond amounts set for those arrested on criminal charges and how are they set? That topic is the subject of our facebook story of the day.

Thursday, March 31, 2011  Gregory Allen Hawk was sentenced last week in Wapello County District Court.

Thursday, March 10, 2011  Darryl Shaw has been charged with possession with intent to delivery

Wednesday, February 16, 2011  If you live in Ottumwa, the answer may be yes.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009  Possible new system uses new technology

Friday, November 13, 2009  More than 100 jobs to be cut

Friday, November 13, 2009  The Iowa Judicial Branch says it will lay off 105 employees, cut 100 vacant staff positions and reduce the hours of 58 of its employees in an attempt to help address the state's severe financial problems this fiscal year.