KCRG First Alert Forecast: Thursday morning, May 29th
KCRG TV9 First Alert Storm Team's Justin Roberts has your latest forecast featuring mixed sunshine, warmer temps, and a few shower & thunderstorm chances. Another shot at a few showers comes Thursday afternoon. First Alert Forecast: Wednesday, Afternoon, May 28th. Updated: May 28, 2025 at 11:02 AM CDT. KCRG-TV9...
Linn County cancer rates exceed national averages, experts urge local focus and education
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Community members gathered at the Linn County Health Office to hear the latest findings from the Iowa Cancer Registry. It is part of a statewide "Cancer in Iowa: 99 Counties Project." This public health initiative aims to enhance cancer education across the state. We need...
1967 – Independence Monza Won by Dake
Darrell Dake holds his trophy after winning the 50-lap Monza-style race at Independence. The Cedar Rapids chauffeur collected $450 for his efforts. – Beetle Bailey Photo. Independence, Iowa (May 29, 1967) – Darrell Dake of Cedar Rapids won one of two 25-lap heat events, then edged Chub Liebe of Oelwein in the 50-lap...
WAGNER TAILS: Squeaks and Joel
CEDAR RAPIDS & IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - A larger than life personality, that’s how caretakers at the Cedar Valley Humane Society describe Squeaks. He was born with a defect in his back legs, but it doesn’t slow him down. Squeaks arrived at at CVHS with severe skin...
Save CR Heritage campaigns to rehabilitate 100-year-old building
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The Zastera Pharmacy building was originally built in 1921, now Save CR Heritage is working to keep the building functional for another 100 years. The pharmacy originally opened in 1928 with the building’s storefront being home to a number of businesses over the years. Those businesses...
Major Cedar Rapids road closes for repairs
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A major road in Cedar Rapids is closing for repairs Thursday. The westbound lane of Wilson Avenue SW is closed between 18th Street and Milligan Court due to water service repairs. The road will be closed until late Thursday afternoon. When the westbound lane reopens,...
Arrest made in 1983 Linn Co. cold case
The All Iowa Shop Hop supports the quilting & sewing stores across the state, learn how you can do it too with their upcoming Shop Hop event!. Everyday Iowa - Car Care Trivia Sponsored by John's Automotive. Updated: 3 hours ago. It's another Car Care Trivia with Al Wright from...
Two hurt after crash on Highway 30 in Linn County Wednesday night
BERTRAM, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — Two people are hurt and a driver was charged after a crash in Linn County Wednesday night. The Linn County Sheriff's Office says the crash happened on Highway 30 at Old River Road, near Bertram, around 9:30 p.m. LCSO says 33-year old Lindsey...
Farm Closure and Exhibit Changes Due to Animal Health Precaution
The Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department has identified a case of ORF (also known as "sore mouth") among the goats at Old MacDonald’s Farm in Bever Park. Out of an abundance of caution, Old MacDonald's Farm and the water fowl area will be closed Thursday, May 29 and Friday, May 30, allowing staff time to...
Eastern Iowa public health urge residents to vaccinate as measles cases rise nationwide
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Eastern Iowa's three most populated counties are urging you to be vaccinated for measles. Public health leaders in Johnson, Black Hawk and Linn Counties say the nation is seeing an uptick in this highly contagious disease. In 2025, more than 1,000 cases have been confirmed...
