These Family-Owned Iowa Restaurants Make You Feel Right At Home
In Iowa, family-owned restaurants offer a unique warmth and hospitality that make every visit memorable. Here are ten such places where you’re guaranteed to feel right at home. Breitbach’s Country Dining – Balltown. As the oldest restaurant in Iowa, Breitbach’s Country Dining has been serving guests since...
Iowa City man faces court after year-long escape following attempted murder charges
IOWA CITY, Iowa — An Iowa City man who fled the country after allegedly beating a woman and leaving her for dead has a court hearing Friday. Ali Younes is charged with attempted murder, theft, and robbery in a 2022 case where he allegedly strangled a woman until she was unconscious near the Art Building West, then...
Temporary moratorium on data centers in eastern Iowa county
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...
Hy-Vee extends free kids meal program through next week
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - As SNAP benefits remain in jeopardy, Hy-Vee is extending its $3 meal program for another week. Through next Friday, Hy-Vee is offering the meals at stores that serve hot food, including those with breakfast buffets. The meals are available for dine in and take out...
North Liberty’s Depot Express Sold to Kwik Star After Nine Years of Operation
The Depot Express in North Liberty, a popular destination for morning energy drinks among locals, has closed its doors after nine years of operation. The news of the closure was first noticed by regular customers who were greeted by a sign that read, "Thanks for 9 years". The reason behind the sudden closure was not...
First Alert Day Saturday due to wintry mix
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Our first chance for a wintry mix brings us a First Alert Day on Saturday. For this afternoon it is a bit breezy, with a few sprinkles possible north of I-80 as a weak front moves through. An Alberta Clipper is on track to arrive...
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“The need is really great for immigrants” – group opens duplex to help families...
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - A new duplex in Iowa City is offering immigrant families more than a place to stay — it’s offering them a foundation to start a new life. The Immigrant Welcome Network of Johnson County is officially opening what it’s calling the “Welcome House” — a fully furnished duplex designed to give...
Abbe Center opens expanded downtown Cedar Rapids facility
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Abbe Center for Community Mental Health celebrated the grand opening of its new, expanded facility in downtown Cedar Rapids on Thursday. The 31,000-square-foot building at 615 Fifth Street SE brings together providers from several Abbe Center locations, offering therapy, primary care, crisis...
High-speed chase ends in 1 arrested in Hiawatha
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Officers arrested a suspect after a high speed chase Thursday night, Cedar Rapids police confirmed with KCRG TV9. Police said it started around 10:30 p.m. on I-380 that ended in Hiawatha. Police have not said who was arrested or what charges they may be facing.

















