A Nostalgic, Physical Media Heaven is Now Open in Cedar Rapids
Those who love VHS, DVDs, CDs, and vinyl records will adore this new shop.
Mass casualty event declared for dozens of crashes that snarled traffic on I-80 Saturday
WEST BRANCH, Iowa — Officials have classified the multiple crashes involving dozens of vehicles along Interstate 80 in eastern Iowa on Saturday a mass casualty event. At around 9:42 a.m., the West Branch Fire Department said it responded to a “large-scale, multi-vehicle crash” on I-80 near mile marker 262. The fire...
Former UI employee sentenced after pleading guilty for diverting university funds
Following a sentencing in the Johnson County Courthouse Monday morning, former University of Iowa Physics and Astronomy Machine Shop Director Brian Busch will not serve any jail time if he successfully completes probation for diverting nearly $1 million in university funds to his own bank accounts. The case...
State shares update on layoffs at Integrated DNA Technologies
CORALVILLE, Iowa (KCRG) - Iowa WARN has shared new information regarding layoffs at Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT). The layoffs were reported last week. The company focuses on gene research and DNA testing. Iowa WARN says 61 people were laid off in Coralville. They were both notified and laid off on...
Jefferson High hosts 13th annual holiday dinner with free meals for the community
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — If you're looking for a warm meal, look no further than Jefferson High School’s 13th annual Holiday Dinner. John O’Connor, a teacher at Jefferson High School, and Emma Ver Steeg, the activities secretary, joined Iowa’s News Now to discuss the event. It...
Iowa City to begin snow removal at 2 a.m. Tuesday; towing enforced in tow-away...
IOWA CITY, Iowa — Snow removal in downtown Iowa City will begin at 2 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 16, and vehicles parked in designated tow-away zones will be subject to towing, city officials said. Towing will occur in an area stretching from Prentiss Street to Market Street and from Madison...
Cedar Rapids Fire Department extinguishes late-night fire at Ingredion plant
Crews with the Cedar Rapids Fire Department were able to quickly extinguish a Saturday night fire at the city’s Ingredion corn milling plant.
Working Iowa: Hornbill Asian Market opening soon in Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A new grocery store is offering a variety of international foods in Cedar Rapids. Hornbill Asian Market plans to open on December 20th. “Mostly Asian food and we can bring like Mexican and like, like Islander food and African food,” Mang said. Mang Pau...
Linn County Crews Contain Early Morning Structure Fire Near Mount Vernon
Machine Shed Fire Brings Multi-Agency Response Outside Mount Vernon The post Linn County Crews Contain Early Morning Structure Fire Near Mount Vernon appeared first on Iowa Pulse .
Cedar Memorial’s Chapel of Memories hosts festive holiday celebration
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Cedar Memorial's Chapel of Memories Mausoleum opened its doors for a one-night holiday celebration, continuing a cherished tradition on Sunday. Families strolled through a dazzling display of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, and thousands of lights, all arranged by the Cedar Memorial Flower...

















