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‘There's nothing like this anywhere!’
“This is what happens when a community comes together.”. That’s what West Liberty School District Superintendent Shaun Kruger had to say in cutting the West Liberty Chamber of Commerce blue ribbon to officially open the new West Liberty High School sports complex for the football season. Although the complex...
Cedar Rapids food pantry serving thousands needs $50 thousand or faces imminent closure
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Together We Achieve, a vital food pantry in Cedar Rapids, is on the brink of closure, potentially leaving thousands of residents without access to food. The pantry, which has distributed over 2 million pounds of food, needs to raise $50,000 by Aug. 31 to remain operational through the end of the year.
MSOC rolls to win at Southeastern Iowa
Burlington, IA - A midweek bus ride west was on tap for the Illinois Central College men's soccer team (2-0-0) on Wednesday, as the Cougars took to the pitch at the Burlington Rec Plex for a match against D2 Southeastern Iowa. A balanced effort and a two-goal day from Kristian Istocki all powered ICC to a 5-0 road win.
Motorcyclist flown to UIHC after crash
LINN COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - A motorcyclist from Central City has life threatening injuries after hitting a deer Wednesday night, according to the Linn County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office says it received a report at 8:15 p.m. that a motorcycle had hit a deer on Whittier Road near...
Southeast Minnesota Small Town Shooting Suspect Captured in Iowa
Le Roy, MN (KROC-AM News)- Authorities in Mower County say the suspect in a shooting reported earlier this week was captured in Iowa. The shooting occurred on Tuesday night and the suspect was apprehended about 24 hours later. He was seen with a gun a little over 13hours after the shooting, authorities say.
Coralville Engineering Department provides detail on upcoming changes to Exit 242
IOWA CITY, Iowa — Starting Friday, the new, longer I-80 eastbound off-ramp to 1st Avenue will open. Also on Friday, the Coralville Engineering Department says the new Iowa River Land Place connection to 1st Avenue will open mid-morning. As you travel in the area through the fall engineers say...
Photos: 16th Annual Taste of Iowa City
Despite temperatures reaching 87 degrees, hundreds of Iowa City residents and students flocked downtown to attend the 16th Annual Taste of Iowa City on Wednesday. The event featured vendors from dozens of local establishments. With the purchase of tickets, attendees could choose from a variety of foods, desserts, beverages, and more.
Iowa researchers identify approaches for how people recognize words
University of Iowa researchers have defined how people recognize words. In a new study with people who use cochlear implants to hear, the researchers identified three main approaches that people with or without hearing impairment use to recognize words, an essential building block for understanding spoken language. Which approach depends on the person, regardless of hearing aptitude or ability: Some wait a bit before identifying a word, while others may tussle between two or more words before deciding which word has been heard.
Talented local linebackers make up freshman class at Iowa
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - Former Williamsburg star Derek Weisskopf joins Preston Reis of Monticello and Cam Buffington of Winfield-Mount Union in the linebackers room in Iowa City. Those freshman are three of the most accomplished all-around athletes to ever come out of Iowa. “It’s been super exciting. The coaching...
Caitlin Clark once again makes history as Fever continue scorching playoff run
Caitlin Clark continued to make history as the Indiana Fever stoked the flame of its post-Olympics hot streak in an 84-80 win over the Connecticut Sun Tuesday night. Sitting at 15-16, Indiana occupies the seventh playoff spot and is 4-1 over its last five games, in large part due to Clark, who’s averaged 22.6 points over the span and broke the rookie three-point record along the way.
New UI research hub opens in Cedar Rapids to reach more diverse population
The University of Iowa Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences has set up shop in its new research hub in Cedar Rapids. After a nearly six-year search for building space, hub manager Bob McMurray finally settled on a location, 2740 First Ave. NE, in June. McMurray said he previously had...
Opinion | FilmScene should screen more mainstream movies
FilmScene has been a staple in Iowa City’s community since its founding in 2011, promoting film as an enriching form of art, but the cinema falls short when it comes to screening mainstream movies. Events like ‘Late Shift at the Grindhouse’ and ‘FilmScene in the Park’ have brought together...
Where to Eat, Drink, and Watch the Hawks Saturday in Iowa City
Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City will once again be rocking on Saturday. Hawkeye football is finally here! While over 70,000 Iowa Hawkeye fans will crowd into Kinnick to watch their beloved Hawkeyes, thousands more will visit Iowa City on game day. Some will tailgate and hang outside the stadium. Others will visit bars and restaurants to enjoy a Saturday in Iowa City. The Iowa City Press-Citizen looked at some of the best spots for Hawkeye fans to visit on an Iowa game day.
Seth Wallace, once a D-III wide receiver, is now a sought-after defensive coach
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - Iowa Assistant Coach Seth Wallace has come a long way from his days at Coe College. One time a slim, speedy wide receiver, Wallace has elevated to the sidelines at Iowa, where he’ll be the acting head coach on Saturday against Illinois State. Wallace...
‘It’s just the mindset’: Why the Hawkeyes have had great success in openers
The Hawkeyes have a pretty great track record in home openers under Kirk Ferentz. The program is 22-3 since Ferentz took over in 1999. Their last loss to an FCS opponent was to North Dakota State back in 2016. 2013 was the last time the Hawkeyes lost a home opener...
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