John’s Big Ol’ Fish: Monday, July 28
Former UNI golfer, inspired by his son, starts golf business for kids. Charlie Johnson is a five year old boy who loves golf, and despite the fact that he’s barely taller than the clubs he uses, he gave his dad a ‘hole-in-one’ idea. Daniel Jackson back on...
Cedar Rapids city employees aim to help fill gaps at Animal Care & Control
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Those with Cedar Rapids Animal Care and Control say more people are reaching out about volunteering at the shelter. This comes amid issues with staffing shortages caused by burnout and injuries on the job. It’s been just over a month since Cedar Rapids Police Chief...
ICPL Bookmobile Rolls Into Wetherby Park for National Night Out!
This summer, the Iowa City Public Library Bookmobile is joining the celebration at National Night Out at Wetherby Park and we’d love to see you there!. National Night Out is an annual, nationwide event that brings neighbors together with local first responders like firefighters, police officers, and emergency medical...
MidAmerican crews prepare for upcoming severe storms after 32,000 people lose power
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - MidAmerican is preparing for people to lose power in the upcoming round of storms. MidAmerican restored power to over 32,000 people on Monday morning. According to the National Weather Service, there is a moderate risk for severe storms in the northern and central parts of...
Walls going up at the Cedar Crossing Casino site
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Construction of the Cedar Crossing Casino is making some progress, with walls now going up at the site located just west of the Cedar River from downtown Cedar Rapids. The construction began shortly after the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission approved Linn County's license application...
Feels Like Temperatures in the 100s, Overnight Storms
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Temperatures will rise into the low 90s today, with dew points in the upper 70s. This will cause the heat indices to reach the 100s. A Heat Advisory is in effect until 8 PM tonight. Due to the hot temperatures and high humidity, it doesn’t...
Well-Known Flooring Retailer Announces New Expansion in Eastern Iowa
A legacy brand is expanding in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. For the last three decades, Kamal's Flooring has been located at 630 2nd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids. Many of us have gotten our floors, rugs, and more from there. Now They're Moving Into Furniture!. A few years ago, they opened up...
Linn County Public Health sends violation notice to company for over 40 unpermitted wells
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Linn County Public Health is sending a notice of violation to Northern Dewatering. Linn County Public Health says Northern Dewatering is responsible for over forty illegal wells at the site of a new data center. The QTS campus extends into Fairfax. The city’s agreement with...
Oppressive Heat and Storm Threat
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Dangerous, oppressive heat today leads to the threat of severe thunderstorms tonight. An Extreme Heat Warning and Heat Advisory remain in effect through Tuesday, as dangerously high temperatures and high humidity combine to create heat index values near or above 100 degrees. Severe...
Coralville, North Liberty collab on Forevergreen Rd. extension. First phase begins in 2026
A new connection between North Liberty and Coralville is moving forward after years of debate. Coralville and North Liberty have enlisted a design company to create a plan for an extension of Forevergreen Road meant to connect North Central Junior High School and other area businesses. The Coralville City Council...