Cedar Rapids IA

A recent resident of Marion, Texas, took to social media to seek advice on how to dispose of the large amount of waste accumulated from unpacking after moving. The individual was unfamiliar with the local waste disposal system, which uses bins for collection. The problem was exacerbated when the garbage collector...

SWISHER, Iowa (KCRG) - The Swisher Community Library opened a new, larger pantry box to provide refrigerated food to community members in need. Librarian Laura Hoover says she saw a need for pantry services about five years ago - so the library put a small wooden box outside for basics like pasta and rice.

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The Iowa City Police Departments says a 22-year-old has been arrested following a shooting near the University of Iowa campus on Friday. Around 1:30 p.m. on Friday, the Iowa City Police says officers responded to the 900 block of East College Street on a report that a person had been shot […]

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Islam is a major world religion, Pew Research estimates Muslims make up a quarter of the world’s population. After more than a thousand years, American Muslims wouldn’t have a purpose-built house of worship until 1936. The Mother Mosque is the first purpose-built mosque...

The game at Iowa was one of the weirdest, most one-sided officiating hack jobs Duck fans have ever witnessed.

Officials in Iowa’s fourth largest county have adopted a temporary ban on construction of data centers in rural areas of Johnson County. Jon Green, chairman of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, read the details during this week’s board meeting. “A resolution establishing a temporary moratorium on the approval...

In Iowa City’s dynamic culinary landscape, Pagliai’s Pizza stands out for its dedication to tradition. This beloved pizzeria eschews fleeting trends, opting instead for time-honored techniques and a simple, focused menu. From its open-kitchen charm to its historic location, Pagliai’s embodies a nostalgic dining...

ELY, Iowa (KCRG) - A single-car crash occurred on Saturday afternoon, November 8th, along rural Highway 30. Shortly after 1 PM, Linn County Deputies, Linn County Rescue, Ely Fire, and Area Ambulance responded to a call regarding a car accident on Highway 30 near Honey Grove Road. Upon arrival at...

KCRG-TV9 First Alert Storm Team Chief Meteorologist Joe Winters has your latest First Alert Forecast, featuring a chance for weekend snow showers.

MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - Eastern Iowa businesses are stepping up to help neighbors feeling the strain from the ongoing government shutdown and paused SNAP benefits. At Ohana Poké Shop in Marion, that support comes in the form of a warm meal. Owner Kayleigh Phillips says when she heard about...