Former early childhood center employee who pleaded guilty to indecent contact with student will...
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A Linn County judge sentenced a Hiawatha man to a deferred judgement with two years of probation and 10 years on the sex offender registry Friday. Peyton Helgeson pled guilty to indecent contact with a young girl at the Early Childhood Center at St. Matthew Catholic School.
First Alert Forecast: Friday Morning, April 3rd
KCRG TV9 First Alert Storm Team's Justin Roberts has the latest on another bumpy afternoon with strong to severe storms expected.
Good Friday ushers in Easter weekend with prayer, fasting and remembrance for millions
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Good Friday marks one of the most solemn days in the Christian calendar, observed by millions around the world. It commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary, a moment central to the Christian faith. Traditionally observed during Holy Week on the...
University of Iowa simulator to help train local EMTs, students in Mason City
MASON CITY — A mobile education truck has been in Mason City this week to help provide hands-on clinical education for local EMTs, paramedic and EMS students. The University of Iowa’s Simulation in Motion-Iowa is a statewide mobile education program that delivers high-quality, evidence-based clinical training to EMS...
Vinton crews switch to defensive attack as late-night house fire turns unsafe
VINTON, Iowa — Fire destroyed a home late Wednesday night in Vinton, forcing firefighters to shift to defensive operations as the structure became unsafe, officials said. The Vinton Fire Department was dispatched at 11:44 p.m. to a reported structure fire in the 700 block of West Eighth Street, according to Benton...
Horizons to reopen Cedar Rapids Public Library cafe this summer
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The closed cafe at the Cedar Rapids Public Library will open this summer under new management by Horizons - A Family Service Alliance, the nonprofit that provides Meals on Wheels. The library requested proposals from businesses interested in taking over the vacant cafe space after...
National Auto Repair Store Opens Cedar Rapids Location
From routine maintenance to major fixes, this new national chain is now serving Cedar Rapids.
Iowa family’s home severely damaged, tornado throws barn two miles away
KALONA, Iowa — Some eastern Iowans are cleaning up following reported tornadoes Thursday, including one family, whose barn was thrown two miles away. Tornadoes, along with large hail in parts of Washington, Johnson and Cedar counties, left some families with major damage to their homes and property. Warren Yaggy,...
🚌 Multiple Linn County Driving Jobs with $1,300–$1,800 Weekly Pay
Linn County’s trucking and transport scene is busy this month, with several solid options for local and regional drivers. Whether you want to be home daily or every weekend, there’s something here for you.
🤝 Multiple Community Service Jobs in Linn County, IA
Linn County has some great openings this week for folks who love helping others. If you’re patient, caring, and want to make a difference, these roles are worth a look. Life Skills Trainer / Caregiver (Full-Time)
