Several officers injured, suspect airlifted after stolen car chase ends in shooting
‘Never gave up’: Marion police announce arrest in deadly 2020 shooting. Years of investigating have finally paid off with an arrest in a deadly Marion shooting, police say. Oak Island officials advise for safe sea turtle nesting habits. Updated: 3 hours ago. “I think it takes all of us...
Johnson County man charged for possessing a firearm and ammunition as a felon
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - An Iowa City man was charged for possessing a firearm and ammunition as a felon. O’Sean Horton shot at someone multiple times outside an apartment while he was on probation in May 2023. He was caught on video camera in the parking lot in Coralville.
Questions go unanswered regarding staffing issues with CRACC, former manager weighs in
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Fatigue and injuries are likely why there are staffing shortages at Cedar Rapids Animal Care and Control. That’s according to one former manager. Kelly Kelly was with the department for 15 years and served 2 of those years as manager. She calls her experience as a Catch-22, saying she...
Strong storms possible Thursday afternoon and evening in eastern Iowa
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — Another round of storms will move through eastern Iowa and some could be strong. A hot and humid day will turn to a stormy evening with the potential for tornadoes and strong winds. The front that has been responsible for the rounds...
There Are Two New Eateries Coming to NewBo City Market
Get ready for some delicious new food options here in Cedar Rapids! NewBo City Market has revealed that there are some new shops coming this summer. The social media post reads:. "...we’re thrilled to announce that TWO more fantastic businesses will be joining the Market community this summer! Stay tuned—we’ll...
Downtown Cedar Rapids welcomes new upgrades to Mays Island
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — New national grant funding to the City of Cedar Rapids helped plant more than two dozen trees on Mays Island. Leaders also cut the ribbon on new city signage. After living out-of-town for most of her adult life, Jennifar Bassett said she's back to living...
Little Shop of Horrors comes to Theater Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — A low budget Roger Corman film that turned into a musical is coming to Theater Cedars Rapids starting Friday. Cast and crew were busy putting final touches on the Little Shop of Horrors Monday before doing a full dress rehearsal. The plot features the exploits...
Man convicted of selling drugs that killed Marion couple
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - An Eastern Iowa man has been found guilty on federal charges for selling fentanyl and heroin, resulting in the overdose deaths of a couple in Marion. On Wednesday, a jury convicted Cody Kinzie Dittmar, 34, of distributing and conspiring to distribute heroin and fentanyl after...
Johnson County invests $1.7M in housing to aid homeless veterans
IOWA CITY, Iowa — The Iowa City Housing Authority, Veterans Affairs and Johnson County are all joining forces to help with the housing crisis in Iowa City by working on a new housing project specifically for veterans. This project is expected to provide 15 units for veterans that are...
Linn County Fair kicks off with events, exhibits, and royalty handovers
LINN COUNTY, Iowa — The Linn County Fair begins Wednesday and will run through the weekend, offering a variety of events and activities for attendees. Heidi Steffen, Co-Marketing Chair of the Linn County Fair, highlighted the main events and new free grounds acts that visitors can expect to see. Steffen also...