One injured in crash on Highway 30
LINN COUNTY, Iowa — One person was injured in a crash between a semi and a tractor on Highway 30. It happened about 2 miles west of Mount Vernon, between U.S. 151 and exit 265, near Cedar River Road. The Linn County Sheriff's Office says the truck rear ended...
Kate Martin’s Rumored Girlfriend Breaks Silence on Social Media
Three months ago Golden State Valkyries guard Kate Martin left a glowing comment on a post from her girlfriend Claire Gransee. Gransee, who met Martin when the two attended the University of Iowa, posted a carousel of photos showing her recent vacation to Croatia which spawned the comment, "You are ...
Iowa City urges residents to register for Alert Iowa for emergency notifications
IOWA CITY, Iowa — The City of Iowa City is encouraging the community to register for Alert Iowa, the state's official emergency notification system. The system is used by state and local officials to share emergency and public safety messages like weather alerts. You can sign up for Alert...
Seven Claire’s stores in Iowa to remain open, three will close
A retail chain that’s been a shopping mall staple for ear piercing and jewelry purchases is closing nearly 300 stores nationwide, including three in Iowa. Claire’s has filed for bankruptcy for the second time since 2018. A list submitted to the bankruptcy court indicates the Claire’s stores in North Grand Mall in...
Mom Brought Her Sick Toddler to the Hospital. During His 5-Day Stay, Cameras Captured...
Alexandra Marie Frost, 27, was sentenced to 10 years in prison on Friday, Aug. 29
Evan Ralph “Chip” Hughes – Manchester, formerly of Cedar Rapids
Evan Ralph “Chip” Hughes, 76, of Manchester, formerly of Cedar Rapids, died Thursday, August 28 at the University of Iowa Hospital as a result of an accident. Memorial service: Friday, September 12 at 2:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Cedar Rapids. Friends may call from 12 – 2 p.m. prior to the service. A...
KXEL Morning News for Tue. Sep. 02, 2025
TAMA COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) – The Tama County Sheriff’s Office is warning the community of scammers posing as deputies and demanding payment from victims. The sheriff’s office said in this scam, the scammer calls the victim posing as a Tama County deputy. Then the scammer demands payment of $22,000 for a supposed bail...
Motorcyclist injured after crash involving a teenage driver
LINN COUNTY, Iowa — A teenager from Marion was ticketed after a crash Tuesday morning that hurt a motorcyclist. It happened at East Post Road and Lakeside Drive when the teen lost control while turning and hit a motorcycle stopped at a red light. The rider had leg pain...
At least three detained at Cedar Rapids ICE office after community protests
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Picketers lined the barriers of a blockade Tuesday morning to support migrants visiting the Homeland Security office for their legal status check-ins. Protestors ended up into the street since police tape blocked off access to the yard in front of the office. At least three people were detained...
The Second ‘Salsa Guy Cafe’ Location Will Open in Cedar Rapids This Week
The date has been set! The highly anticipated second location for Salsa Guy Cafe in Cedar Rapids will open its doors to customers this week!
