Sub-Zero nets $9.8M in state incentives for C.R. expansion
The planned $196 million expansion is expected to add more than 300 full-time jobs in southwest Cedar Rapids.
May 15, 2026Open source
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Chicken Royale opens fast-casual option for sandwiches, tenders in southeast Cedar Rapids
Chicken Royale, a new restaurant in Cedar Rapids, is localizing a chicken tender and sandwich style that’s popular in growing national chains.
May 12, 2026Open source
Windy, Warmer, and a little Wetter
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A warmer and windy Tuesday ahead with mild temps and a few scattered thundershowers.
May 12, 2026Open source
‘Scream’ actor to host Q&A in 30th-anniversary screening in Cedar Rapids
The Paramount Theatre will host a live conversation with actor David Arquette at a special 30th-anniversary screening of “Scream.”
May 11, 2026Open source
Marion man hits squad car during chase in Cedar Rapids, police say
New court documents show a suspect hit a police vehicle during a chase Saturday night.
May 11, 2026Open source
Suspected shooter in Iowa City Ped Mall shooting arrested in Georgia
The 17-year-old from Cedar Rapids who police say shot five people in Iowa City last month has been arrested in Georgia.
May 11, 2026Open source
Metro teacher and ‘den mother’ Shannon Ellis retiring
For almost 30 years, Shannon Ellis at Metro High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, has been a teacher, mentor, advocate and “den mother” to students and teac...
May 10, 2026Open source
Americans for Prosperity Action backs Hinson for U.S. Senate
U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, speaks during a press event April 24 at the QTS Data Center campus in Cedar Rapids.
May 8, 2026Open source
River Bandits missing big hits in Midwest League setback to Cedar Rapids
The Quad Cities River Bandits nearly scratched out a Midwest League victory despite not
May 6, 2026Open source
United Fire: Q1 Earnings Snapshot
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (AP) — CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (AP) — United Fire Group Inc. (UFCS) on Tuesday reported net income of $30.1 million in its first quarter.
May 5, 2026Open source
Authorities identify man found dead in Cedar River
Officials with the city of Cedar Rapids have shared the identity of the person found dead in the Cedar River as a 33-year-old man.
May 5, 2026Open source
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Loras College landed the sixth and final spot for the American Rivers Conference baseball tournament, which begins Thursday and runs through Saturday in Ceda...
May 4, 2026Open source
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Iowa City moving on from developer picked for 21 S. Linn Street
Iowa City agrees to part way with development company it picked to redevelop a vacant lot in downtown Iowa City.
May 12, 2026Open source
Back to the drawing board for 21 Linn Street
A proposal for a six-story, mixed-use building on the vacant lot at 21 S. Linn St. in downtown Iowa City has been canceled after the development team determi...
May 12, 2026Open source
Iowa Democrats target affordability, Trump and corporate influence in U.S. House race
Democrats running for Iowa’s open 2nd Congressional District seat addressed PAC money, affordability, Iran and rural Iowa at a Hiawatha forum Saturday.
May 10, 2026Open source
Marion auto repair business finds a European niche
The staff at EuroCare auto repair shop in Marion, Iowa, includes 6 factory-certified technicians who stay current with the needs of imported cars that tend t...
May 8, 2026Open source
Iowa Democrats target affordability, Trump, corporate influence in U.S. 2nd District House race
Democrats running for Iowa’s open 2nd Congressional District seat addressed PAC money, affordability, Iran and rural Iowa at a Hiawatha forum Saturday.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Iowa High School Musical Theater Awards brings showcase to Des Moines
Hundreds of high school students from across the state are in Des Moines this week for the Iowa High School Musical Theater Awards.
May 27, 2026Open source
Police file additional charges in connection to Iowa City Pedestrian Mall shooting
Iowa City police announced a number of additional charges in connection to last month's shooting at the pedestrian mall.
May 27, 2026Open source
Young girl critically injured in accidental shooting in eastern Iowa
A young girl was critically injured in an accidental shooting Sunday night at a home south of Libertyville, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.
May 27, 2026Open source
Coroner identifies Iowa woman killed in fall at Cantwell Cliffs in Hocking Hills State Park
Officials said that officers received a report of the fall just after 2:45 p.m. Wednesday.
May 21, 2026Open source
Storm damage continues to impact Red Oak
Red Oak, Iowa continues to recover from Friday night's storms which brought rain and 60-75 mile per hour winds through the town.
May 17, 2026Open source
Red Oak, Iowa residents work to clean up after Friday's storm knocks down trees, power lines
Friday night's storms force Red Oak to spend Saturday morning cleaning up fallen trees and branches. Just a week before the big Memorial Day.
May 17, 2026Open source
US Marshals arrest 17-year-old fugitive wanted in Iowa at hotel in Forest Park
Damian Jones was arrested for his involvement in a shooting at a pedestrian mall in downtown Iowa City that took place on Apr. 19.
May 17, 2026Open source
Smiling though adversity: Waukee soccer team manager inspiring others with positive attitude
The Waukee HS girls soccer team is having a great season so far. But senior manager Michael Nelson considers it a success for another reason.
May 16, 2026Open source
Former Ankeny Christian Academy band teacher avoids prison sentence in student assault case
Michael Scott Burrows received probation and no prison time after an Alford plea to assault causing mental illness, avoiding the sex offender registry.
May 16, 2026Open source
Seven Ottumwa students named to Iowa string honor orchestra
OTTUMWA — Seven students from the Ottumwa Community School District have been selected to perform in the Iowa String Teachers Association Invitational Hono...
May 15, 2026Open source
Des Moines lifeguards composed 70% by teens ahead of pool season after boost to wages
Des Moines pools start to open next Saturday, driven by teen lifeguards. See how higher wages and bonuses boosted teen employment.
May 15, 2026Open source
On Iowa Politics Podcast: Discussing Iowa’s upcoming Democratic primaries
On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from acr...
May 15, 2026Open source
Local business leaders, state commit $13 million to Field of Dreams
DYERSVILLE, Iowa — Dubuque County families and business leaders and the state of Iowa have committed $13 million to support ongoing and future development...
May 15, 2026Open source
Camp Albrecht Acres to hold fishing event; opens registration for summer
SHERRILL, Iowa -- Camp Albrecht Acres has opened registration for its 2026 summer camp season and will hold a fishing event for adults and youths with disabi...
May 14, 2026Open source
Peosta to hold Bike Safety Rodeo event
PEOSTA, Iowa – The third annual Bike Safety Rodeo will be held later this month in Peosta.
May 14, 2026Open source
St. Albert girls soccer’s mix of youth, experience hands Treynor its first loss
Southwest Iowa juggernauts met again to renew the rivalry, and the show did not disappoint the sizable crowd.
May 13, 2026Open source
Here’s what to know as early voting begins for Iowa’s 2026 primaries
Iowans will have the chance to weigh in on contests determining either the Republican and Democratic nominees in several federal and state races.
May 13, 2026Open source
Summit alters proposed route for pipeline removing some Southwest Iowa counties
Summit Carbon Solutions — the company behind a massive, multi-state, proposed carbon-capture pipeline project — announced Wednesday it is removing and re...
May 13, 2026Open source
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Cedar Rapids is in Linn County, Iowa.
Region: Iowa
ZIP Codes
52401, 52402, 52403, 52404, 52405, 52406, 52407, 52408, 52409, 52410, 52411, 52497, 52498, 52499
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Iowa High School Musical Theater Awards brings showcase to Des Moines
Hundreds of high school students from across the state are in Des Moines this week for the Iowa High School Musical Theater Awards.
May 27, 2026Open source
Iowa State opens 2026 Kid Captain nominations
Nominations are now open for a program highlighting some of the brave patients at Blank Children's Hospital.
May 27, 2026Open source
Iowa child hospitalized after falling from second-story window
A child is in stable condition after falling Tuesday from a two-story window in Lake City.
May 27, 2026Open source
New interactive exhibit opens Sunday onboard Battleship Iowa in San Pedro
The Iowa's immersive "Life of A Sailor" display, the product of two years' research and work, is laid out amid several areas below the ship's main deck and a...
May 26, 2026Open source
Coroner identifies Iowa woman killed in fall at Cantwell Cliffs in Hocking Hills State Park
Officials said that officers received a report of the fall just after 2:45 p.m. Wednesday.
May 21, 2026Open source
Iowa man sues Nintendo over denied Pokémon Professor status
An Iowa man sued Nintendo after being denied Pokémon Professor certification despite scoring 100% on the exam.
May 20, 2026Open source
‘Devotion to his faith': Missing student case witness gets Iowa hometown support
As the search for Sudiksha Konanki continues, residents of case witness Joshua Riibe's hometown expressed support for him.
May 20, 2026Open source
Dog hit by car walks the stage at graduation of vet students who saved her
Veterinary students in Iowa got a sweet surprise at their graduation ceremony when one of their former patients made a surprise appearance. (KCCI via CNN)
May 20, 2026Open source
Storm damage continues to impact Red Oak
Red Oak, Iowa continues to recover from Friday night's storms which brought rain and 60-75 mile per hour winds through the town.
May 17, 2026Open source
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41.9743000, -91.6553820
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