Cedar Rapids IA

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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
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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
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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!
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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.
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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....
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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.
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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.
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All the Photos From Our 2026 Radiothon at UI Children’s Hospital

Last week, our listeners helped raise around $95,000 for the Children's Miracle Network during our 29th annual Radiothon!
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Railroad work closes 2 C.R. intersections

CEDAR RAPIDS — A set of railroad improvement projects will require downtown drivers to adjust their commutes. Work began Monday along the Fourth Street rail line at its intersection with Second and Third avenues SE in downtown Cedar Rapids. The project is expected to last approximately two weeks, during which no throu
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Quiet Today, Storms Possible Tuesday

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Eastern Iowa is starting the week on a beautiful note. Today brings sunny skies with highs climbing into the upper 70s to low 80s, perfect for getting outside. Tonight, a few late-night showers are possible, mainly north of Highway 30, as temperatures drop into the mid-60s. Showers and storm

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