Dubuque

Dubuque Archdiocese Seeks Dismissal of Florida Lawsuit Against Priest, Citing Jurisdiction Issues

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SARASOTA, Fla. — Legal action continues to unfold as the Archdiocese of Dubuque seeks dismissal of a lawsuit in Charlotte County, asserting Florida lacks jurisdiction over the Iowa-based nonprofit organization. The motion follows an earlier plea by Father Leo Riley, a priest associated with multiple parishes, to dismiss a similar case alleging he abused minors in the 1980s. Father Riley, who previously served at the Resurrection Church in Dubuque and later at Saint Charles Borromeo in Port Charlotte during the early 2000s, is currently assigned to San Antonio Catholic Church in the same town. The … Read more

Man Walks Free as Dubuque Jury Acquits Him of Attempted Murder and Other Charges

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Dubuque, Iowa – A jury in Dubuque has reached a verdict in a high-stakes trial, finding a man not guilty of attempted murder and other charges. The case captivated the local community and drew nationwide attention due to its shocking nature. The defendant, whose identity remains confidential due to legal reasons, had been accused of a violent assault that allegedly occurred on the night of January 15th. However, after careful deliberation, the jury rendered a not guilty verdict, prompting a mixture of emotions among the onlookers present in the courtroom. Throughout the trial, the prosecution … Read more