Faith leaders support grieving community through shared traditions and experiences
There are things in life you can't avoid, and some happen to be tougher than others to deal with. And for anyone who has ever dealt with the death of a loved one, they know, that often times, the pain is unbearable. From those experiences, Iowa's News Now wanted to...
Iowa’s top economic development officer shares what can be done to retain workers
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A new WalletHub report ranks Iowa as the state with the worst economy in the nation. The report ranked states according to economic activity, economic health and innovation potential. Out of the 50 states and the District of Columbia, Iowa ranked last in economic activity,...
Motorcyclist taken to hospital after hitting deer in Linn County
LINN COUNTY, Iowa (IOWA'S NEWS NOW) — A Cedar Rapids man is taken to the hospital Monday night after hitting a deer while riding his motorcycle. The Linn County Sheriff's Office says the 23-year-old was westbound on Wright Brothers Boulevard near Spanish Road when he hit the animal and fell off the motorcycle.
Three Injured in Crash Near Springville
Three people were injured in a crash near Springville on Saturday morning. The Linn County Sheriff’s Office says emergency personnel were called to a single-vehicle accident with injuries around 11:15 am on Martelle Road west of Springville Road. Authorities say the vehicle was westbound when the driver, 18-year old...
Drivers express safety concerns along i-380 work zones
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - As construction continues along interstate 380, many truck drivers dread passing through those work zones. They’re looking out for themselves, the road crews, and all other drivers along that stretch. “People, when they see the truck, they don’t slow down. They’ll come in front...
Storms likely Tuesday, some could turn severe
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Expect a stormy day at times on Tuesday, with damaging wind possible in the strongest storms. Monday evening stays fairly quiet, with hazy skies and warm temperatures. Winds will stay a little stronger than the last couple of nights with our incoming storm system, and clouds will gradually...
Cedar Rapids pharmacy can’t open until Gov. Reynolds signs or vetoes bill restricting pharmacy...
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A nonprofit Cedar Rapids pharmacy is staffed, prepped, and ready to start helping patients, but it can’t until Governor Reynolds either signs or vetoes a bill. It’s been over a month since legislators passed Senate file 383 - a bill that sets new regulations...
Report ranks Iowa as state with the worst economy
Liberty, Williamsburg, win in front of home crowds in state boys soccer quarterfinals. In a new-look boys state soccer quarterfinal Monday, the three-class field of 32 was cut down to 16, and several Eastern Iowa teams punched their ticket to Des Moines.
These Are The Best Dog-Friendly Hikes in Iowa
Our Friends at OIYS has once again released a list looking at the best things in a state. Many of us consider our dogs part of the family and want to bring them along on our adventures. This list highlights places where you can do just that, with a focus on Iowa City.
Suspect In 42 Year-Old Cold Case Extradited From Oregon To Iowa
(Cedar Rapids, IA) -- A man charged as a suspect in a 42 year-old Linn County cold case is now in custody in Iowa. Michael Schappert was extradited from Oregon over the weekend. He's accused of murdering Ron Novak in December of 1983. Police say they were able to finally...
