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Cedar Rapids woman reportedly found at Lake MacBride State Park with drug paraphernalia, stolen weapon in her car
A Cedar Rapids woman was reportedly found with drug paraphernalia and a stolen weapon in her car while at a park near Solon. A DNR officer reports seeing an open container and a marijuana grinder inside a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe parked at Lake MacBride State Park just after 7:00 Saturday night. A search of the vehicle reportedly turned up more open containers, drug paraphernalia, a scale with white powder on it, and a gun that was later determined to be stolen.
One killed, two injured in car vs. UTV collision in Tipton
One person was killed and two others injured when a car collided with a UTV in Tipton. The Iowa State Patrol says the crash happened just before 7:45 Saturday night. The report indicates a 2008 Mazda CX-9 was northbound on Cedar Valley Road when it crossed the center line and collided head-on with a 2022 Polaris near Sand Trap Circle.
Dumpert Drives To Davenport Victory
DAVENPORT, Iowa — A wild night of racing action was on tap Friday at Davenport Speedway. The evening provided a little bit of everything. There was rain, a rollover and lots of wrecked race cars. Cory Dumpert, from Newman Grove, Nebraska, made the long haul to Davenport payoff with...
UI alum, Cedar Rapids native ascended Mount Everest this spring, becoming part of exclusive group
After thousands of hours of training and a seven-week journey, a University of Iowa alum has become part of a highly-exclusive group of outdoor adventurers. Current Colorado lawyer and former UI law student Nathan Frederick summited Mount Everest this spring, overcoming a torn MCL and a "harrowing" experience on the path to one of the world's rarest achievements.
Forgery, domestic abuse suspect taken into custody
A suspect in a 2023 forgery case and a 2018 domestic abuse case is now in custody. 38-year-old Antonio McLaurin of Chicago was booked into the Johnson County Jail just before 2:45 Friday morning. McLaurin is accused of depositing a fraudulent $14,222.39 check into a victim’s account using an ATM at Green State Credit Union on Mormon Trek Boulevard on July 5th of last year. Video footage reportedly shows him withdrawing money from the same account at ATMs in Cedar Rapids a short time later.
Suspect in fatal H Bar shooting reaches plea deal
A suspect accused of fatally shooting another man outside an Iowa City nightclub has reached a plea deal. Online court records show 21-year-old Antonio Scotton of Cedar Rapids reached the deal with prosecutors on Friday. Details and a sentencing date have not been released. The shooting took place outside the...
Iowa City man accused of pouring gasoline on victim during burglary reaches plea deal
An Iowa City man has reached a plea deal in a case involving him allegedly pouring gasoline on his victim during a residential burglary. Iowa City Police say in February of 2023 56-year-old Kieth Brookhart forced his way into a protected party’s bedroom, poured gasoline on the man, then struck him with a metal object multiple times. The man suffered multiple injuries.
Iowan with disability wins federal support
The U.S. Office for Civil Rights has issued a ruling ensuring that an Iowa man with disabilities is able to live in his home and receive round-the-clock medical care. Advocates for people with disabilities hope the move sets precedent for other people in Iowa and around the country. When he...
KMAland Sports Schedule (7/6): Postseason baseball begins
(KMAland) -- Postseason baseball is here with KMA Sports covering six games between Neola, Lenox and Afton on Saturday. Check out the KMAland Sports Schedule for Saturday below. KMALAND BASEBALL SCHEDULE. Iowa Class 1A District 3 — First Round. Boyer Valley vs. Newell-Fonda (at Woodbury Central), 1:00 PM. Audubon...
Two Spills of Chemical Firefighting Foam Occurred at La Crosse (WI) Airport Earlier This Year, Reports Say
Jul. 6—Two spills of chemical firefighting foam occurred at the La Crosse Regional Airport in the span of four months earlier this year, according to official reports filed by the airport. The foam contains polyfluoroalkyl substances, a suspected carcinogen also known as PFAS, and is the same substance that...
Iowa Football: Brady Quinn calls Kirk Ferentz's coaching ranking 'disrespectful'
DES MOINES, Iowa-- The Hawkeyes have been one of the most consistent teams in the country when it comes to winning football games. It isn't with a lot of style, but Kirk Ferentz has found the way to continue to raise his game as he gets older. Earlier this week, CBS Sports' Tom Fornelli released his Big Ten coaches power ranking. Ferentz checked in at No. 6.
Severe storms bring hail, strong winds to eastern Nebraska, western Iowa
CRESCENT, Iowa — Severe storms moved over the metro just after 6 this evening. Communities in western Iowa saw the most impact; viewers from Crescent, Iowa shared photos of golf ball-sized hail. Several funnel clouds were spotted near that area as well. None of them ever developed into confirmed...
Record-breaking people attend Goodguys 33rd Speedway Motors Heartland National
DES MOINES, Iowa- Des Moines is going back in time this weekend for the Goodguys 33rd annual Speedway Motors Heartland National. Over 5,000 vintage vehicles are on display at the Iowa State Fairgrounds until Sunday July 7th. Two of the cars on display were built by Andy Leach, a Nebraska native and owner of Cal […]
Univ. of Iowa Health Care launches Medical Toxicology Clinic
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - A new clinic at University of Iowa Health Care is a first for the state of Iowa. The medical toxicology clinic at UIHC just opened up two days ago. From farm chemicals to household cleaners, we’re exposed to chemicals and other toxins constantly, sometimes making us sick. That’s why UIHC opened it’s new Toxicology clinic - a first in Iowa.
Iowa’s Lucy Olsen named to USA Basketball women’s 2024 USA 3×3 Nations Leagues team
Lucy Olsen gets to represent the Iowa Hawkeyes and America later on this month. On Friday, USA Basketball revealed that Iowa point guard Lucy Olsen has been named to the U23 2024 USA 3×3 Nations Leagues team. The squad is set to compete at the 2024 FIBA 3×3 Nations League Americas Conference July 22-28 in Mexico City. USA Basketball’s 3×3 Women’s Nations League Team also features Maryland forward Christina Dalce, Creighton forward Morgan Maly, Ohio State forward Cotie McMahon, LSU guard Mikaylah Williams and Wisconsin forward Serah Williams. Black & Gold 🤝 Red, White & Blue @LucyOlsenbball has been named to the USA Basketball...
Iowa women’s basketball stars teaming up with Coralville Community Food Pantry
The Coralville Community Food Pantry is teaming up with University of Iowa women’s basketball stars Sydney Affolter, Taylor McCabe, and newcomer Lucy Olsen for a special fundraising campaign. Starting on Monday and running through Friday, August 2nd, the three Hawkeyes will be encouraging fans to donate $20 or more for a chance to play them in a friendly game of H-O-R-S-E. All donations will be doubled by Hills Bank (up to $12,500). Together, their goal is to raise $20,000 to support neighbors facing hunger.
WIC Benefits Can Now Be Redeemed Through Online Order And Pick Up Through Hy-Vee App
Iowa Woman Infant and Children (WIC) has partnered with Hy-Vee to offer more convenient shopping for those enrolled in the nutritional program. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Special Supplemental Nutrition Program WIC is now available to purchase accepted items for online ordering and pick up. HHS started exploring the idea of advancing the program to participate in this new feature with a pilot program in a Des Moines store in February of this year. After working out the details to be as efficient as possible, the initiative expanded across Iowa, Minnesota, and Nebraska in early June. The new feature for the WIC program was made possible through a grant from the Center for Nutrition and Health Impact. HHS Director Kelly Garcia says, “This is yet another incredible example of a public-private partnership that will greatly benefit individuals receiving WIC benefits in our state. The goal of this program is to provide easier access and conveniences- and every parent of young children wants the convenience while balancing work and life.” WIC members can select qualifying food items online in the Hy-Vee app and enter their eWIC card numbers during checkout. The WIC program was established nationwide in 1974, celebrating 50 years of supporting mothers, children, and families in Iowa, assisting them to live healthier lives. WIC provides supplemental nutritious food, health care referrals, breastfeeding support, and nutritional education to pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women and infants through age five children who are at nutritional risk.
John Deere Continues with Layoffs Across Midwest in Illinois & Iowa
So far this year over 1,000 workers in Iowa have lost their jobs at John Deere; that includes the recent announcement of layoffs coming to Davenport on August 30th of 211 workers and the 99 being released from the Dubuque plant on the same date. John Deere, a leading manufacturer...
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