Public Safety

Section of Running River Trail Closed June 8-10

Sunday, June 7 by Tami Seitz

A section of the Running River Trail System will close on Monday, June 8, weather permitting, to allow for construction work related to the dredge spoils relocation project. The closure will extend from the chicanes at the upper end of Riverside Park to just east... Read More.

Muscatine Community Honors Victims of Yesterday’s Shooting Tragedy at High School Vigil

Tuesday, June 2 by Tami Seitz

MUSCATINE, Iowa — Community members gathered Tuesday evening at Muscatine High School for a community vigil honoring the six lives lost in Monday's tragic incident that has shaken Muscatine and surrounding communities. Family members, friends, students, educators and residents came together to support one another,... Read More.

Community Vigil Planned Tonight in Muscatine Following Recent Tragedy

Tuesday, June 2 by Tami Seitz

Community members are invited to gather this evening, Tuesday, June 2 at the Muscatine High School Stadium in a show of support, remembrance and unity as Muscatine continues to cope with the impact of a recent tragedy. A community vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m.... Read More.

Muscatine Police Chief Holds Press Conference On Monday’s Homicides

Tuesday, June 2 by Connor Kenney

The Muscatine Community continues to be in shock after Muscatine Police say six people were found dead Monday afternoon and that the suspected gunman fatally shot himself in front of police. Muscatine Police Chief Anthony Kies held a press conference Monday on the multiple... Read More.

Seven Dead, Including Gunman In Muscatine Shooting

Monday, June 1 by Kevin Walker

MUSCATINE, Iowa - The Muscatine Chief of Police said six people were found dead Monday afternoon and that the suspected gunman fatally shot himself in front of police. According to KWQC, Chief Anthony Kies said police were called to a home at about noon... Read More.

UPDATE- Police investigating multiple homicides in Muscatine

Monday, June 1 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Police Department is actively investigating a series of homicides that occurred Monday, June 1, 2026, at multiple locations within the city. At approximately 12:12 p.m., MUSCOM received a report of a shooting at 210 Park Avenue. Police officers and emergency medical personnel were... Read More.

Muscatine Residents Invited to Learn About Upcoming West Hill Infrastructure Improvements

Friday, May 29 by Tami Seitz

The City of Muscatine Department of Public Works will host a public meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 4, to provide residents with information about Phase 6E of the West Hill Sanitary and Storm Sewer Separation Project. The meeting will be held in the... Read More.

Almost Friday Fest Returns with Riverside Park Parking Lot to Close and an Update on Golf Cart Usage

Thursday, May 28 by Tami Seitz

Summer fun returns to the Muscatine riverfront this week as Almost Friday Fest® kicks off its 2026 season Thursday at Riverside Park. The free, family-friendly event runs from 5-8 p.m. May 28 and features live music, local food vendors, and a beer and wine tent... Read More.

MPW Board Approves Natural Gas Hedging Policy To Support EcoGen 10

Thursday, May 28 by News Room

The Board of Water, Electric and Communications Trustees on Tuesday approved a natural gas procurement and hedging policy to support Muscatine Power and Water’s (MPW) long-term energy and the future operation of EcoGen 10. The policy establishes a structured approach to purchasing natural gas... Read More.

“Smile for the Camera, Muscatine” — It’s Speed Dating Season Again

Tuesday, May 26 by Tami Seitz

ATE Mobile Vehicle Deployment Alert The Muscatine Police Department’s favorite undercover celebrity — the Automated Traffic Enforcement (ATE) mobile vehicle — will be hanging out in the 1900 block of Hershey Avenue from Tuesday, May 26, through Friday, May 29. Translation: if your speedometer starts looking... Read More.