Cedar Rapids IA

SHELLSBURG, Iowa (KCRG) - One of Shellsburg’s oldest buildings is getting new life as two lifelong residents transform the former public library into a saloon and speakeasy. The historic building at 113 Pearl St. dates back to the community’s earliest days. “1854 is when this building was platted,...

Residents of ten central Iowa counties will be able to spruce up their yards with new, high-quality trees for planting this fall with a special deal through a non-profit that’s headquartered in Marion. Megan Schneider, director of Des Moines area programs of Trees Forever, says they’re offering eight species...

MARION, Iowa — Heavy rain Saturday on top of what the region experienced this week caused flooding in areas like Marion's Thomas Park, which people came by all Sunday afternoon to check out. Lord have mercy," Avery Cassell, who was one of dozens taking pictures or observing how high...

On a suddenly busy Sunday morning of Iowa wrestling recruiting, the Hawkeye men picked up a pledge from the Class of 2027. The latest addition? Arizona native Xavier Chavez – who announced his commitment on Instagram. Said Chavez, “I’ve decided to continue my athletic and academic career at the University of Iowa. I’m

The first of two Sunday morning commitments involving Iowa wrestling programs arrived by way of the Hawkeye women – who landed their first pledge of a pivotal 2027 class. Making said announcement was Eve Skrocki – a long-time Dubuque resident who only just a week ago was on her official visit in Iowa City alongside sev

The warning remains in effect until 2 p.m. Sunday in seven Iowa counties. The English River at Kalona is already above flood stage, while the Rock River at Moline may reach flood stage Tuesday evening. Last verified: Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at 10:35 a.m. CDT. EASTERN IOWA AND THE QUAD...

MARION, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — Marion crews are responding to heavy rains and flash flooding that occurred overnight, following a week of rain. Many detention basins and waterways that are normally dry are functioning as intended. Crews have deployed pumps in low-lying areas at 10th Street and Brockman...

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The City of Cedar Rapids said crews are actively monitoring creeks, rivers, streets, and sewer conditions after heavy rains Saturday night and into Sunday fell across Eastern Iowa. City officials said they’ve received reports of water in basements. They said many of these reports appear...

Bolts of fabric spill across shelves in colors you won’t find anywhere close by. Iowa hides this kind of creative energy in the most unexpected corners. Step inside and sewing machines hum while quiet chatter fills the room like an old friend’s living room. Yarn dyed by local...

LINN COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - Eastern Iowa communities are waking up to flooding across several areas after overnight rain. Photos and videos of flooding from Cedar Rapids to Mechanicsville have been shared with KCRG-TV9, showing the aftermath of Sunday morning’s rain and thunderstorms. For example, water from Dry Creek..