Dubuque Man Gets 5-Year Prison Term for Domestic Abuse Assault (February 27, 2026)
21-year-old Edwin Jaheim Ventura Cruz was sentenced to five years in prison in Iowa District Court following a plea related to domestic abuse assault. This case highlights ongoing local efforts to address domestic violence through prosecution and sentencing.
Link: https://dubuqueinpursuitnews.com/2026/02/27/dubuque-man-gets-5-year-prison-term-for-domestic-abuse-assault

2.  Dubuque Resident Sentenced to Prison After Plea in Child Exploitation Distribution Case (February 27, 2026)
A Dubuque resident received a prison sentence after pleading in a case involving the distribution of child exploitation material, underscoring concerns around online crimes against minors in the area.
Link: https://dubuqueinpursuitnews.com/2026/02/27/dubuque-resident-sentenced-to-prison-after-plea-in-child-exploitation-distribution-case/

3.  Saputo USA Recalls Great Value Cottage Cheese Because of Possible Health Risk (February 26, 2026)
A product recall notice for Great Value cottage cheese due to potential health risks, with implications for Dubuque shoppers and residents monitoring food safety alerts.
Link: https://dubuqueinpursuitnews.com/2026/02/26/saputo-usa-recalls-great-value-cottage-cheese-because-of-possible-health-risk/

4.  Gov. Reynolds Signs Bill Increasing State Aid to Public Schools by $82 Million (February 26, 2026)
Coverage of Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signing legislation boosting public school funding, relevant to Dubuque families, educators, and local school districts amid ongoing state budget discussions.
Link: https://dubuqueinpursuitnews.com/2026/02/26/gov-reynolds-signs-bill-increasing-state-aid-to-public-schools-by-82-million/

5.  Dubuque Domestic Abuse Arrest – February 22, 2026
Cody Allen Richey, 35, arrested on multiple charges including Domestic Abuse Assault Impeding Flow of Air/Blood (misdemeanor), Assault, and related offenses at a location in Dubuque. This incident fits the pattern of frequent domestic violence reporting.
Link: Available via their Facebook post and site coverage (direct article link may route through https://dubuqueinpursuitnews.com/)

6.  Dubuque Woman Arrested on Out-of-State Felony Warrant (February 13, 2026)
A woman was arrested in Dubuque on an out-of-state felony warrant, with details on the approximate time and circumstances.
Link: https://dubuqueinpursuitnews.com/ (search archives or related post)

7.  Cedar Rapids Man Faces Felony Charges in Alleged Minor Exploitation In Dubuque (February 13, 2026)
Taras-Michael Butrie, 25, arrested in Cedar Rapids but booked into Dubuque County Jail on felony charges stemming from alleged crimes against a minor in Dubuque.
Link: https://dubuqueinpursuitnews.com/ (via February posts)

8.  Dubuque Man Arrested on Domestic Abuse Charges (February 11, 2026)
Devon Robertson K. arrested on domestic abuse-related charges.
Link: https://dubuqueinpursuitnews.com/ (February 2026 archives)

Other notable mentions from the month include roundup posts like “Dubuque Today: February 7, 2026 – News Roundup” summarizing daily events, and occasional non-crime items such as city program applications (e.g., Energy Savers Program on February 10).

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