New tariffs bite heartland as 2.9M Iowans see prices creep up
New tariffs are beginning to ripple through Iowa’s economy, nudging up prices from Des Moines grocery aisles to farm equipment lots in Sioux City. For the state’s 2.9 million residents, the policy debate in Washington is turning into a slow, steady squeeze on household budgets and business balance sheets. As costs...
Cedar Rapids crews plowing residential roads, hoping to clear them by 2-3 p.m. Sunday
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — Cedar Rapids crews have shifted their attention to residential roads after the snow late Saturday. The city says their goal is to get all 1,400 lane miles of road plowed within 12 hours of the snow ending. Snow stopped falling in the city between 2 to 3 a.m.
Judge finds man guilty of attempted murder on University of Iowa campus
A judge found Ali Younes guilty of charges including attempted murder on the University of Iowa campus in court Friday.
Marion City Update: Food Drive Success, Christmas in the Park, and New Ice Loop...
In his weekly update on December 5, 2025, Marion City Manager Ryan Waller shared several community initiatives and city updates. The Marion Fire Department recently completed a community food drive. The drive collected about 1,500 pounds of food for the Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP). Marion residents...
Starbucks Workers Brave Cold in Iowa City Strike for Better Pay and Staffing
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - Starbucks workers in Iowa City spent Friday morning on the picket line, joining a national strike aimed at pressuring the company to negotiate on wages, staffing, and benefits. Strikers gathered outside the Clinton Street Starbucks as part of what organizers call the “Red Cup Rebellion,”...
FIRST ALERT DAY: Travel Impacts, Clearing Skies
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - This morning continues the First Alert Day due to poor travel conditions after the snow moved through last night. Slick spots will be on roadways from last night’s snowstorm, so you will want to take it slower on the roadways and add time to your commute. Blowing snow is also likely and...
Ideal Winter Thermostat Settings for Eastern Iowa Homes
The most popular indoor temperatures in Iowa during winter.
Attention Marion Residents: No On-Street Parking Sunday Morning Due to Winter Storm Ban
The City of Marion will enforce a Winter Storm Parking ban from 2 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 7. This follows a National Weather Service advisory predicting 3 to 5 inches of snow. Parking on all city streets will not be allowed during this time to help with snow removal and public safety.
Cedar Rapids police officer retires after 38 years of service
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Cedar Rapids Police Department is recognizing the retirement of an officer with nearly four decades of service, describing him as a veteran who “has definitely been there and done that.”. In a public statement, the department honored Officer Mark Asplund, noting his wide-ranging...
Snowfall reports from Saturday night’s clipper in eastern Iowa
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — A quick-moving clipper brought several inches of snow to eastern Iowa late Saturday. Waterloo/Cedar Falls: 3.2" Here are tips on how to properly measure the snow. You can send snowfall reports to the WeatherFirst team with the amount and location by emailing [email protected].
