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New law increases penalties for swatting/hoax callers
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - One of the many laws going into effect Monday adds harsher penalties to swatting call charges. Swatting is when somebody makes a hoax call to law enforcement to get a response. We’ve seen this happen at several schools and businesses here in Eastern Iowa over the last year, often resulting in dozens of police officers flocking to a scene when there is actually no danger.
Driftless Water Defenders Go on the Offensive in Iowa
Now, Edgerton is organizing in Decorah again, but this time to preserve water quality in the Driftless area of the Midwest. On June 15, Edgerton helped greet the crowd of 100 people who attended the kickoff event for the Driftless Water Defenders, a new 501(c)3 nonprofit that plans to organize and educate citizens, and to litigate around water quality issues in Iowa’s Driftless area.
Police on scene after pursuit ends on I-380 in Linn County
TODDVILLE, Iowa (KCRG) - Authorities are on scene early Tuesday morning in the area of I-380 and County Home Road in Linn County. The Cedar Rapids Police Department tells TV9 that a pursuit had ended in that area around 2:15 a.m. Iowa DOT cameras in the area show police officers...
Linn County Gaming Association to Apply for Casino When Moratorium Ends
Linn County Gaming Association and Peninsula Pacific Entertainment will apply for the Cedar Crossing casino in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, after the state’s two-year moratorium on new gaming licenses expires June 30. Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission rejected proposals for a casino in Linn County in 2014 and 2017. “We...
Quad City magician brings magic, comedy show to events all across the area
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Magician T.J. Regul is a seasoned entertainer with an exceptional ability to mix magic and comedy to bring family-friendly entertainment to events all across the Quad Cities, Iowa City, Cedar Rapids and the Midwest region. Regul is available to make any event--such as a wedding, backyard birthday...
Marion church runs affordable housing project, opens first low-cost rental home
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - On July 1, a family will move into a home in the Wellington Heights neighborhood of Cedar Rapids that is part of a new program run by St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Marion. The goal of the program, called FaithLife Homes, is to provide...
Teygan Rasmussen Game Report: @ Sioux City West
Teygan Rasmussen produced her most outstanding game to date while leading Jefferson to the win on Thursday. Sioux City West had no answer to Rasmussen as she went 4-for-4 with four RBI and two doubles. Rasmussen's strong effort led Jefferson over Sioux City West and she'll get a chance to...
As farmland conservation lags, so does progress in curtailing Gulf's 'dead zone'
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – The cover crop that blankets Dan Voss’ farmland from late fall into the spring gives comfort to the Eastern Iowa farmer because he knows heavy spring rain won’t wash away his topsoil. The off-season crops also serve another purpose, soaking up excess fertilizer. But for every one Dan Voss,...
Cedar Rapids Police detain individual after early morning pursuit
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — Cedar Rapids police say that an overnight pursuit ended with one person being detained. It is unknown where it began, but it did end on Interstate 380 and County Home Road at about 2:30am. Traffic in the area is open. We'll have...
New Restaurant Opens in the Former District 23 in Cedar Rapids
A Mexican restaurant with a couple of other Iowa locations has expanded into Cedar Rapids! Say hello to La Terraza Mexican Grill & Seafood!. La Terraza Mexican Grill & Seafood held its official grand opening at 2825 6th St SW back on June 14th, just about a week after welcoming customers for the first time. The new restaurant has replaced District 23, which just opened its doors in July of 2023. It closed its doors less than six months later, on Christmas Eve. Prior to that, it was the home of Los Compadres, which is now located on 33rd Ave SW.
KMCH SPORTS: Results from Monday Night 7/1
Class 1A #8 North Linn shutout by 3A #2 Benton Community 5-0. Monticello was swept by Vinton-Shellsburg 14-8 and 9-5. North Linn swept Central City, 10-0 and 10-3. Maquoketa Valley took two from Ed-Co 5-1 and 9-2. Western Dubuque topped Cedar Rapids Jefferson, 11-4 and 12-0. Weekdays on KMCH. 5:30...
14th annual Zach Johnson Foundation Classic sees over $14 million raised
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Zach Johnson and some of hIs PGA tour buddies put on a show today for the fans at Elmcrest, and some big names like Jordan Speith returned this year. Every year several high school students are awarded full-ride scholarships from the ‘Kids on Course’ program...
Fatal crash in Fayette County
FAYETTE COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - At approximately 3:56 pm, the Iowa State Patrol responded to the intersection of 240 St. and X Ave in rural Waucoma for a report of a crash. Officials say a 2000 Chevy S10 truck was driving southbound of X Ave when it approached an uncontrol gravel intersection and collided with a 2007 Ford Edge that was traveling westbound on 240 St.
New Restaurant Moves Into Historic Sokol Gymnasium in Downtown Cedar Rapids
A new Downtown Cedar Rapids restaurant gave customers a sneak preview over the weekend! The District CR is preparing to open its doors in the very near future!. The District CR is located at 415 3rd Street SE in Downtown Cedar Rapids, the former home of Backpocket Brewing Pilot Pub and Taboo Nightclub and Lounge. The building is known as the Sokol Gymnasium and has a long history in Cedar Rapids. It was originally built in 1908, and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2013. The building had to undergo some serious repairs and renovations after being damaged during the Flood of 2008, but it's still standing strong today.
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