Clarence B. Jones, who helped Martin Luther King Jr. write the 'I Have A Dream' speech, dies at 95
The former attorney and speechwriter who helped Martin Luther King Jr. pen "I Have a Dream" has died. He was 95.
May 27, 2026Open source
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Civil rights attorney Clarence B. Jones dies at 95; trusted MLK adviser
Clarence B. Jones, a close adviser to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., has died at 95.
May 27, 2026Open source
Clarence B. Jones, who helped MLK write 'I Have A Dream' speech, dies at 95
CUPERTINO, Calif. (AP) — Clarence B. Jones, a former speechwriter and confidante of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. who helped pen his famous “I Hav...
May 27, 2026Open source
Oldest Lar gibbon in US passes away at 58 years old
The Zoo Knoxville said "Queen Nipper" lived to be twice her expected lifespan and was a gift from renowned theatre director Clarence Brown to the zoo in 1974.
May 27, 2026Open source
Clarence Page: ‘Anti-weaponization fund’ is corruption, but it’s also an instrument of abuse
The Oval Office has become a zone of lawlessness, built by the president with the cooperation of Republicans in Congress and the Supreme Court.
May 26, 2026Open source
Clarence Page: Feeling ‘under-babied’? More like underpaid and overburdened
Dr. Mehmet Oz sounded the alarm on a fertility crisis, but what about those who can't afford to start a family?
May 18, 2026Open source
Clarence Carter, Soul Singer Behind ‘Patches’ & ‘Strokin’,’ Dies at 90
Clarence Carter, the blues and soul musician whose hits included the sentimental “Patches” and the salacious “Strokin,’” has died at age 90.
May 14, 2026Open source
Friends of the Court
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’ decadeslong friendship with real estate tycoon Harlan Crow and Samuel Alito’s luxury travel with billionaire Paul...
May 5, 2026Open source
‘This is going to change the rest of our lives’: New book details personal politics of race and gender
MS NOW’s Lawrence O'Donnell talks with distinguished law professor Kimberlé Crenshaw about her new book, "Backtalker: An American Memoir," and what she le...
May 5, 2026Open source
One Reason Why Clarence Thomas Dislikes Progressivism
I happened to be reading The Progressive Movement: 1900 to 1915 edited by Richard Hofstadter (NY: Simon and Schuster, 1963 ISBN 0-671-62824-0) around April 1...
May 4, 2026Open source
World’s longest working transport bridge in UK town ‘hangs in the balance' - 115 years old
The future of an iconic British bridge "hangs in the balance", a charity has said. The Tees Transporter Bridge - a symbol of Teesside’s industrial heritage...
May 3, 2026Open source
As Clarence Thomas hits a milestone, his conservative stamp on US Supreme Court endures
By Jan Wolfe May 3 (Reuters) - Clarence Thomas this week will reach a major milestone on the U.S. Supreme Court, becoming the second-longest-serving justice...
May 3, 2026Open source
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Prairie’s Wachtl earns runner-up honor at Class 4A state golf
Kylie Wachtl of Cedar Rapids Prairie delivered a stellar performance at the Iowa 4A state golf meet, matching Pleasant Valley’s Camille Wood with a 137 tot...
May 30, 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
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
SCOREBOARD: High school scores for Friday-Saturday, May 8-9, 2026
Cedar Valley area and Northeast Iowa high school sports scores for Friday and Saturday, May 8-9, 2026
May 11, 2026Open source
No one injured after Cedar Falls apartment fire
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (KCRG) - Authorities said no one was injured after a fire at an apartment building in Cedar Falls Sunday.
May 11, 2026Open source
No driver found after Cedar Rapids Train vs. Car
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Cedar Rapids Watch Command says there was no driver on scene after a train hit a car in Cedar Rapids early Sunday morning.
May 10, 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
Iowa Audubon President to speak on native plants, birds
The public is invited to the next Prairie Rapids Audubon Society meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the lower level of the First Presbyterian Church, 902 Main St....
May 9, 2026Open source
Video: Starting line for Furry 5K 2026
Starting line for the Furry 5K run to benefit the Cedar Bend Humane Society, at Big Woods Lake Park in Cedar Falls, Iowa, on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
May 9, 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
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
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Officials identify man killed in apartment building fire
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Fire officials have identified the man killed in a May 22 apartment fire as 50-year-old Jason Wold.
May 30, 2026Open source
Iowa football’s Michael Myslinski receives approval for sixth year of eligibility
IOWA CITY — The Hawkeyes had some good news to share Friday afternoon, particularly for offensive line coach George Barnett.
May 30, 2026Open source
Iowa City man secures temporary release from ICE custody
José Yugar-Cruz, who is from Bolivia, was facing imminent deportation to the Democratic Republic of Congo. He now has returned to the Catholic Worker House...
May 30, 2026Open source
Crisis spurs oversight of Iowa City school finances
Several policies are under review by the Iowa City school board amid an ongoing financial crisis, including how board members can contact the district’s le...
May 30, 2026Open source
Iowa Supreme Court split decision dismisses officer-involved shooting lawsuit
Davenport resident Robert Mitchell was shot and killed by Scott County Deputy Greg Hill during a traffic stop on October 23, 2018.
May 30, 2026Open source
Former eastern Iowa city clerk sentenced in theft case
Former McCausland city clerk Sheila Bosworth has been sentenced for theft and improper spending.
May 30, 2026Open source
NutriSport closing its Iowa City location less than a year after opening
The store cites rising costs and reduced summer traffic as contributing factors to the closure.
May 30, 2026Open source
Des Moines residents voice concerns over rising nitrate levels in water as summer begins
With rising nitrate levels, families in central Iowa face restrictions and concerns this summer. Amid this, Central Iowa Water Works may enforce stricter mea...
May 30, 2026Open source
Des Moines East senior Kiya James ready to play softball on the big stage at UCLA
From Des Moines to the West Coast, Kiya James makes history as Iowa's first softball player to earn a scholarship to UCLA. 🌟 Find out her incredible story!
May 30, 2026Open source
Volunteers at Hy-Vee pack hygiene kits for service members
Volunteers at Hy-Vee in West Des Moines assembled hygiene kits for active-duty service members stationed in Iowa and four other states.
May 29, 2026Open source
Iowa men's basketball to play Creighton at Casey's Center in Des Moines
The Iowa men's basketball team will return to Des Moines in November to take on Creighton.
May 28, 2026Open source
Your guide to Des Moines-area swimming pools and aquatic centers
Pool season is just getting started. Here's where you can take a dip in central Iowa.
May 28, 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
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
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May 30, 2026Open source
Rep. Feenstra gets campaign help from former Gov. Branstad
Terry Branstad, Iowa's former longtime governor, attended a house party for U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra's campaign for governor in the week the Feenstra campaig...
May 30, 2026Open source
Officials identify man killed in apartment building fire
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Fire officials have identified the man killed in a May 22 apartment fire as 50-year-old Jason Wold.
May 30, 2026Open source
Remember when Trump promised Great American State Fair would be in Iowa?
The Great American State Fair is set to run from June 25 through July 10 on the National Mall in D.C. — but that’s not what President Donald Trump promis...
May 30, 2026Open source
Trump endorses Feenstra for Iowa governor
President Donald Trump has endorsed U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra for Iowa governor. Feenstra is one of five Republicans seeking the GOP nomination in the June 2...
May 30, 2026Open source
Iowa's 1st Congressional District sees challengers to party frontrunners
Republican Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks is being challenged in the primary election by self-proclaimed "MAGA" Republican David Pautsch for the second time....
May 30, 2026Open source
Prairie’s Wachtl earns runner-up honor at Class 4A state golf
Kylie Wachtl of Cedar Rapids Prairie delivered a stellar performance at the Iowa 4A state golf meet, matching Pleasant Valley’s Camille Wood with a 137 tot...
May 30, 2026Open source
Iowa football’s Michael Myslinski receives approval for sixth year of eligibility
IOWA CITY — The Hawkeyes had some good news to share Friday afternoon, particularly for offensive line coach George Barnett.
May 30, 2026Open source
Iowa City man secures temporary release from ICE custody
José Yugar-Cruz, who is from Bolivia, was facing imminent deportation to the Democratic Republic of Congo. He now has returned to the Catholic Worker House...
May 30, 2026Open source
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