Groundbreaking held for Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity’s 16th Woman Build
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) — Volunteers broke ground Saturday for Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity’s 16th Woman Build, honoring a retired University of Iowa nursing professor. Liz Swanson, a retired nursing professor, was chosen as this year’s honoree for her decades of impact. The Women Build program focuses on including women in every step of home construction.
This Under-The-Radar Iowa Spot Smells Like Cinnamon, Coffee, And A Perfect Morning
A perfect Iowa morning might start with a quiet Main Street, a strong cup of coffee, and the smell of cinnamon rolls doing its best to ruin your self-control. In this small town, that combination is not a fantasy. It is breakfast. I had heard enough road-trip whispers about this...
10 Iowa Chains Locals Are Choosing Now More Than Ever
Chain restaurants have always been part of Iowa’s dining scene. Some are getting more attention than ever right now. You’ve probably noticed certain spots staying busy no matter the day, isn’t that right?. There is a growing shift toward chains that deliver consistency, comfort, and a reliable...
First Alert Forecast: Friday Evening, May 8th
KCRG-TV9 First Alert Storm Team Meteorologist Joe Winters has your latest First Alert Forecast, featuring a look at Mother's Day Weekend.
Search warrant reveals conflicting accounts in 2011 Ashley Okland murder case
A newly unsealed search warrant reveals Kristin Ramsey gave four conflicting accounts of the day central Iowa realtor Ashley Okland was killed in 2011.
WNBA Fans Urge Fever to Sign Ex-Caitlin Clark Teammate After She Was Cut
Indiana Fever fans want the team to sign former Caitlin Clark teammate Kate Martin, who was recently cut but he Valkyries.
Iowa City shooting victim moved out of ICU as suspect remains at large
IOWA CITY, Iowa — A University of Iowa student critically injured in last month’s Pedestrian Mall shooting has been moved out of the ICU and into a neuroscience unit, according to a family update. In a update from family on Miranda Peters' GoFundMe page, they said Peters has...
Sky Auto Mall defaults in Stellantis case, bank files to seize property
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A Linn County judge has defaulted the owners of Sky Mall in their lawsuit against Stellantis after they failed to respond to the lawsuit. Stellantis Financial Group filed a lawsuit against Sky Auto Mall and its owners in March, claiming Sky Auto Mall had schemed to defraud them and other lenders and owes more than $12 million.
Marion school auditorium earns regional design award
MARION, Iowa — The new auditorium at Marion Independent School District has been recognized for outstanding design by the IIDA Great Plains Chapter as part of the 2026 Interior Design Excellence Awards. Designed by OPN Architects, the 18-thousand-square-foot venue was honored for its creative use of materials, functionality and...
Letter to the editor: Rod Sullivan has set a high standard
For over 20 years, Rod Sullivan has served as a Johnson County supervisor. He has set a high standard. A supervisor needs to have a deep affection for the community and awareness of all its needs and problems. A supervisor must listen regularly and attentively to the various voices and viewpoints that make up that community, yet end up representing everyone when decisions are...

















