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Kate Martin On NCAA vs WNBA: The Key Differences Explained
Kate Martin, a former Iowa Hawkeyes player now with the Las Vegas Aces, emphasizes the significant differences between NCAA and WNBA basketball. While expectations for Caitlin Clark to dominate in the WNBA were high, Martin highlights the increased physicality and faster pace in the professional league as key challenges. Both players have had to adapt their playing styles; Martin noted that in the WNBA, "everybody is my size, and like faster," requiring adjustments similar to those faced during their transitions to college basketball.
Community recalls cherished memories as Lighthouse reduced to rubble by flames
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — For 112 years, the Lighthouse restaurant stood as a cherished landmark in Cedar Rapids, drawing diners from around the world. Now, with the building reduced to a pile of rubble, the community is left to share personal and historical memories of the beloved establishment. “Growing...
Rhys Dakin among USA TODAY Sports’ instant impact freshmen
The Iowa Hawkeyes know how to turn terrific play in the third phase of the game into winning football. Punting is winning. That’s a moniker that’s taken to heart in Iowa City. Last season, storied Hawkeye punter Tory Taylor captured the Ray Guy Award after setting the NCAA single-season punting yardage record with 4,479 yards on 93 punts. Taylor had 109 punts downed inside the opponents’ 20-yard-line over the past three seasons. Taylor was so good that the Chicago Bears were comfortable using a fourth-round pick on him in the 2024 NFL draft. With Taylor off to the Windy City in the NFL, opposing...
Marion Man Arrested for Waterloo Shooting
Waterloo Police have made an arrest in a shooting in Waterloo on Sunday, according to the Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier. Neighbors called 911 around noon on Sunday on a report of shots fired. Police found a victim in the area of Sunnyside and West Mullan Avenue suffering from a gunshot wound to the knee. Surveillance video showed a GMC Envoy in the area at the time. That Envoy was traced back to 19 year old Daquavion Williams of Marion. The Violent Crime Apprehension Team took Williams into custody at his home on Tuesday. He has been charged with Willful Injury Causing Serious Injury and Intimidation With a Weapon.
KHAK’s Radiothon for the Children’s Miracle Network
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) – A 2-day push is underway to help children battling illnesses at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. KHAK’s Radiothon for the Children’s Miracle Network runs Thursday and Friday. In the past 26 years, the Radiothon has raised more than $3.1 million to help support children and their families as they undergo treatments at UIHC. KHAK broadcasts live from the hospital speaking with doctors, patients and their families about the difference donations can make.
2 Clinton firefighters injured in storage unit fire
Clinton firefighters quickly put out a fire at a storage unit early Wednesday morning, according to a news release from the department. The Clinton Fire Department was called to a structure fire at North Bridge Mini Storage, 2021 McKinley Street, on Wednesday, August 14 at about 2:34 a.m. Camanche firefighters were dispatched as a Rapid […]
Pro-Palestinian groups are mobilizing thousands to Chicago to demonstrate outside DNC
CHICAGO — Protesters fueled by fervent opposition to American support of Israel remain dedicated to demonstrating outside the Democratic National Convention next week, despite the party’s last-minute change to a nominee who is seen as more sympathetic to their cause. Protest groups readying for the event say tens...
Iowa abortion providers dismiss legal challenge against state’s strict law now that it’s in effect
Iowa abortion providers opted to dismiss their lawsuit against the state Thursday, forgoing a continued legal battle after the Iowa Supreme Court upheld the state's strict abortion law and reiterated that there is no constitutional right to an abortion in the state.
Local youth helps Ronald McDonald Houses of Iowa through participation in the Governor’s Charity Steer show at the 2024 Iowa State Fair
AMES, Iowa – The Iowa State Fair is quickly approaching and plans for the annual Governor’s Charity Steer Show are in full swing. Iowa cattlemen support this great event that benefits the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Iowa. Cheyenne Houk of Blakesburg, Iowa, has joined the Governor’s Charity...
Wednesday continues trend of Iowa State Fair beating 2023's attendance
Lightning and thunderstorms cut the seventh day of the Iowa State Fair short with the Motley Crue's Grandstand concert ending early due to the weather. The Thrill Park also had to close early because lightning was detected within 8 miles of the fairgrounds. But periods of dry weather during the day were enough to lure about 500 more people to the fair than on the Wednesday in 2023. ...
WATCH: Iowa State Fair pie-eating champion gives adorable interview
DES MOINES, Iowa — An 8-year-old stole the show at the pie-eating contest at the Iowa State Fair. Zack Lucas took the crown in one of the pie-eating competitions on Thursday at the fair, and sister station KCCI's Jodi Long spoke to the winner. The result is an adorable...
Floyd County Girls Among 16 Choose Iowa Coloring Calendar Contest Winners at Iowa State Fair
A pair of Floyd County girls are among just 16 Iowa students whose artwork has been selected for the 2024-2025 Choose Iowa Coloring Calendar. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig recognized the students Tuesday (08.13) during a ceremony at the Iowa State Fair. The Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship received over 200 submissions from students 18 or younger across the state, with Syndey Kehret of Charles City and Paisley Ott of Marble Rock among the 16 winners.
Iowa’s unemployment rate sticks at 2.8% for fourth straight month
Iowa’s unemployment rate remains at 2.8% for the fourth consecutive month while labor participation in the state fell slightly from 66.5% to 66.4%. Iowa’s unemployment rate puts the state well below the new national unemployment rate of 4.3% for July, according to an Iowa Workforce Development press release. While Iowa’s unemployment rate didn’t change, the […]
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