High Speed Chase Wednesday Night Leads to Fugitive Capture
A high speed chase through three counties Wednesday night ended with the arrest of a fugitive. The incident began as an investigation by the US Marshall’s Office. KMCH News reached out to the public affairs department of the Marshall’s office. It was explained that this centered around a missing fugitive case. Marshall
Iowa sues Temu over data, fraud and fake Hawkeyes gear
DES MOINES — Attorney General Brenna Bird has sued the e-commerce marketplace Temu for multiple violations of the Iowa Consumer Fraud Act. Temu advertises itself as a platform offering low-cost goods to consumers, telling Iowans they can "shop like a billionaire." But the lawsuit says the promise of savings lures Iowan
Marion Public Library launching community food pantry
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - The Marion Public Library has launched a new community food pantry thanks to grant funding and support from the community. The pantry is located on the library’s main level near the media section. They have supplemental food items that are available for community members during normal business hou
Josh Turek Launches Statewide “Team Iowa Tour” in Cedar Rapids
Josh Turek officially launched his “Team Iowa Tour” in the heart of Ashley Hinson’s Congressional District, flanked by supporters who represent the wide spectrum of Iowans he will represent in the U.S. Senate. Supporters pointed to Josh’s working class roots, bipartisan approach, and commitment to making life...
Former Little Village publishers and editors reflect on 25 ‘wild, beautiful and sometimes scandalous’...
Comments from Little Village publishers and editors, former and current, were compiled by editor-in-chief Emma McClatchey and edited for length and clarity. Icon publishes its last issue on Jan. 25. Five months later, former staffer Todd Kimm begins publishing Little Village along with Icon alumni Beth Oxler, Andria Gr
University of Iowa implementing heat relief measures for Savannah Bananas events
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - The University of Iowa will be implementing heat relief measures for this weekend’s Savannah Bananas events due to extreme heat. Temperatures are forecasted in the 90s both Friday and Saturday, which are the days for the events. Each game begins at 7:00 p.m. each night.
Meth dealer who attempted jail escape sentenced 25 years
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A Dubuque man who pleaded guilty to distributing methamphetamine has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison. Christopher Puccio, 32, was sentenced Tuesday in Cedar Rapids. He must serve five years of supervised release after his sentence. Prosecutors say two years ago, Puccio and...
Brain & Courtlin Are Going to Benton County Listener Lunch in July
We're headed to Shellsburg for Listener Lunch this month, and we want you to join us!
Iowa City delays planned water pressure increase for northeast service area
IOWA CITY, Iowa — Residents and businesses in northeast Iowa City will have to wait longer for a planned increase in water pressure. The City of Iowa City said its Water Division recently began increasing water pressure in the northeast service area, but testing showed additional infrastructure improvements are needed
Lane reduction planned on 10th Street as construction continues
MARION, Iowa — A new phase of road construction will begin Monday, July 6, on 10th Street in Marion, bringing traffic changes for drivers in the area. Beginning Monday, 10th Street between Indian Creek Road and 29th Avenue will be reduced to southbound traffic only while Midwest crews continue work on the project.

















