Illinois man killed in town of Avon crash identified
TOWN OF AVON — The Rock County Medical Examiner has released the name of an Illinois man who was killed in a head-on crash on state Highway 81 in the town of Avon Monday night. Alec Z. Hoffman, 26, of Winnebago, Ill., was killed when the Nissan Sentra he was driving was struck head-on shortly before 11 p.m. Monday...
The Best Things I’ve Eaten in Eastern Iowa So Far This Summer
Black Sheep Social Club - 600 1st St SE, Cedar Rapids. O's Grill - 3911 Center Point Rd NE, Cedar Rapids/Food Truck. The Quarter Barrel Arcade & Brewery - 616 2nd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids. Rio Burritos - 5001 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids. Rock Bar American Grill - 219...
Cedar Rapids Celebrates America in Bloom/CN Railway Grant with Tree Planting on Mays Island,...
The City of Cedar Rapids hosted a recognition event Tuesday, June 24, celebrating its latest America in Bloom/CN Railway grant, which funded the planting of 26 new trees on Mays Island — a milestone in the City’s ongoing urban forestry efforts. The grant, awarded in partnership with America in Bloom and CN Railway...
Know Before You Go: The 2025 Linn County Fair
If you're headed to Central City any time from June 25th through June 29th, we've got a rundown with everything you need to know before you go!. Yes, anyone ages 11+ will need to pay an admission fee at the gate, or in advance online HERE. Single Day Gate Admission...
Drought and tariffs contribute to beef price surge, the industry braces for more
Beef prices at the store are at a record high and up 16% from last year. Right now, on average a pound of beef is being sold for just under six dollars a pound and a family in Cedar Rapids are wondering why there is a price increase on grocery items, especially beef.
16th Avenue Bridge in Cedar Rapids to close for flood gate testing
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The 16th Avenue Bridge over the Cedar River is set to close twice this week for the operation and testing of the west side flood control gate. The closures are scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., and Wednesday, June 25, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Iowa City City Councilor Megan Alter announces reelection campaign
Iowa City City Councilor Megan Alter announced she will seek reelection on Tuesday for her at-large seat in the 2025 local elections, set to be held on Nov. 4. Alter has served on the council since 2022 and has advocated for expanding childcare options in Iowa City, investing in affordable housing, and revitalizing...
Man accused of multiple convenience store robberies and money laundering in Iowa
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A man admitted to robbing multiple convenience stores in the Cedar Rapids area and money laundering. Andrew Philip Derr, 22, of Fredrick, Maryland, stole over $7,000 from two convenience stores after being released from the military due to misconduct. He covered up the crimes by...
New emergency response trailers to help Linn County prepare for and recover from disasters
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — Linn County now has two new mobile trailers to help during emergencies. R.A.P.I.D. (Recover, Assist, Prepare, Inform, and Distribute) trailers will help the Linn County Emergency Management Agency and the community prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Linn EMA...
Cedar Rapids says medical leave is at the root of Animal Care and Control...
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - We’re learning more information about what may be causing the staffing shortages at Cedar Rapids Animal Care and Control. For the last few months, CRACC has had to close its doors periodically, citing staffing shortages. Since the closures started, TV9 has been pushing the...