Iowa City unveils first fully electric patrol vehicle
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - The Iowa City Police Department took a step towards the future Wednesday when it showcased its first fully electric patrol vehicles. Departments across the county are turning into electric fleets because they accelerate faster than your average gasoline-powered police cruiser. Helping...
University of Iowa researchers explore connection between poverty and cognitive decline
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - Research from the University of Iowa are drawing connections between poverty and cognitive decline. People in impoverished communities may be seeing cognitive decline sooner than others. In this case, cognitive decline is referring to memory and functionality issues. The team, led by Dr....
Doctor charged with incompetence sues University of Iowa hospitals
A former Iowa City physician who is suing the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is now seeking court intervention in a disciplinary case involving allegations of professional incompetence. In 2021, the Iowa Board of Medicine charged Dr. Shafik N. Wassef, 42, an Iowa-licensed physician who formerly practiced in...
Eastern Iowa’s First Homemakers Furniture Store Breaks Ground Next Week
Back in January, we got word that Homemakers Furniture was set to build its first location in here Eastern Iowa. Well, we're happy to report that an official groundbreaking ceremony is set for next week!. About Homemakers Furniture. Homemakers Furniture was started right here in Iowa by Carl and Ina...
One person dead after falling from a cell tower
MARION, Iowa — One person is dead after falling from a cell tower in Marion. The Marion Fire Department says they were called to a scene on the 3600 Block of North 10th street for a person who had fallen from a cell tower and was unconscious and bleeding.
Landlord-tenant incentive program looks to surpass goal, address homelessness
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Since November 2024, the Landlord and Tenant Success Initiative has supported 27 tenants in maintaining housing. The pilot program aims to help those who have struggled with credit or evictions by providing a 12-month-lease - along with financial incentives for both landlords and tenants....
Man charged with kidnapping, accused of forcing a woman at knifepoint to drive him
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A 22-year-old man is charged with kidnapping after officers say he forced a woman to drive him from Iowa City to Cedar Rapids at knifepoint. According to a criminal complaint, Cameron Neuzil approached a woman from behind who was walking out of her apartment on Highway 6 around 4 p.m....
Fire in Iowa Home Leaves One Injured, Taken to Hospital
One Injured in Iowa House Fire, Investigation Underway I’ve seen enough fire reports over the years to know — most […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
Cedar Rapids police investigating death
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Police are investigating the death of an individual in Cedar Rapids. The case was called in around 8 a.m. Friday morning at the 900 block of Ingleside Drive Southwest. Investigations are ongoing. TV9 will update with more information as it becomes available.
Beloved Brucemore cat, Sir Charles, passes away; remembered as Artisan Studio Ambassador
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Brucemore shared sad news on Facebook, regarding a popular cat who many visitors enjoyed seeing over the years. Sir Charles the Studio Cat died earlier this week. He became known as the Artisan Studio Ambassador and was often seen greeting audiences at performances and even appeared on stage.
