Extension Hosting Meeting to Address Storm-Damaged Crops
The severe storms that hit eastern Iowa earlier this month brought considerable damage to area corn and soybean crops – and there is a meeting tonight to help local farmers recover. Last Tuesday morning’s derecho and the tornadic storms on Friday night, August 7th caused a wide range of...
The Rescheduled Cedar Rapids Freedom FEASTival is Happening Thursday
The Cedar Rapids Freedom FEASTival, originally scheduled for June, is coming up this Thursday, August 20th!
We Rock The Spectrum- Cedar Rapids
Joe Louison, owner of We Rock the Spectrum – Cedar Rapids, joins us to share how their gym provides a sensory-safe space for children of all abilities,
College Community School District responds to ‘disturbing’ social media post
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The College Community School District is responding to a “disturbing” social media post involving students. The photo circulated on social media and shows a group of Prairie High School students appearing to burn a Black baby doll over a fire.The district says it is taking steps to hold the
Asbury man sentenced 18 months for planning to sell cocaine
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A Cedar Rapids federal district judge sentenced a man from Asbury Monday to prison after he pleaded guilty to distribute cocaine. Marcus Thomas, 37, was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison. In February, he pleaded guilty to one count of possession with intent to distribute a controlled
A New BBQ Restaurant is Opening Soon on Mount Vernon Rd
Minnie's BBQ has moved into the former home of Salsa Guy Cafe in Cedar Rapids!
Jury convicts Kaleek Lewis of first-degree murder in Dedric Arnold shooting death
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — A jury has found Kaleek Lewis guilty in the shooting death of Dedric Arnold following closing arguments and deliberations Tuesday. Jurors found Lewis guilty of first-degree murder in Arnold’s death. Lewis also was found guilty of attempted murder and multiple weapons- and drug-related charges.
Mow It Right: Officials urge residents to keep grass clippings out of streets
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — After a week of rain, Sunday’s dry weather gave residents a chance to mow their lawns. But city officials are reminding residents to keep grass clippings out of the streets. Grass clippings left in roadways can create slippery conditions for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists....
Williamsburg begins fight for tail easement
WILLIAMSBURG — The City of Williamsburg will begin condemnation proceedings to get an easement for the extension of its trail. Williamsburg City Attorney Eric Tindal said one property, the location of Williamsburg Manufacturing, has not signed an easement though the City has been trying to get it done for three years.
The data center divide: Forum addresses questions on water use, housing impacts
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A forum titled “The Data Center Divide” brought together six professionals with expertise in data center development to answer public questions. Attendees submitted questions, and panelists responded over two hours. In a packed room at the Pickle Palace, dozens of questions surrounding data.
