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Iowa Republicans rally behind former President Trump ahead of national convention
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — Receiving a standing ovation at the Iowa GOP reception in Council Bluffs, Tuesday, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds joined elected leaders like Iowa Congressman Randy Feenstra and Republican Party of Iowa chairman Jeff Kaufman. The group reflected on the party's success on policies like abortion, school...
Northern Iowa entrepreneur wins third place prize at 2024 Venture School Launch Day Competition
(ABC 6 News) — Caleb Renner of Klemme, IA, took home third place at the 2024 University of Iowa’s Venture School Launch Day on June 13th. Ten teams from across the state of Iowa competed in the event which was held at EntreFEST, a two-day entrepreneurial conference in Cedar Rapids, IA. A total of $37,000 in prize money was awarded.
Benton begins its reign as the new #1 with a 10-0 shutout of Alburnett
VAN HORNE, Iowa — Ranked #1 in 3A for the first time this season, Benton dominated its home regular season finale, beating 2A #2 Alburnett 10-0 on Wednesday night. Junior Anna Glawe hit her 12th home run of the season, which is the most in class 3A.
Fourth of July grill safety: Spark fireworks, not grease fires
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — As Eastern Iowans prepare to cook up some burgers and meat this holiday weekend, safety starts before grills are even turned on. To prevent a grease fire this 4th of July, make sure you take the time before your guests even arrive to clean your grill.
‘1-Bag Challenge’ breaks litter collection record in Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Cedar Rapids City Manager Jeff Pomeranz’s 1-Bag Challenge hit a new record of trash collected this year. A total of 9,074 bags of litter were collected in the fiscal year 2024. The previous record was 7,192 bags, set in fiscal year 2023. Since 2012,...
Skyler Stookey joins Softball staff as top assistant
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - Coe softball head coach Jake Koolbeck announced changes to his coaching staff on Wednesday, adding a new assistant coach as former coaches Ashlee Rush, Madi Miller and Natalie Blank are set to step away from the program. 2024 Kohawk Softball graduate Skyler Stookey will step in as the program's top assistant after making a major impact on the field. A four-year starter at catcher, Stookey was a two-time first team all-conference player and earned all-region honors in 2021.
Cedar Rapids Man Arrested After High Speed Chase Ends in Crash
(Cedar Rapids, IA) -- A man is in custody after a high-speed chase that ended in a crash Tuesday morning. Police are identifying the suspect as 38 year-old Antonio McLaurin. Police spotted a vehicle going over the speed limit early Tuesday morning. Investigators say he briefly evaded officers who were trying to pull him over before crashing into a ditch.
CDC: Human bird flu case is tied to dairy cow outbreak
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - For 4th time in the United States, the CDC has identified a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a human being. Officials say that as with previous cases, the person is a worker on a dairy farm where cows tested positive for the virus.
Fireworks fizz, but health risks sizzle: Hidden hazards of July 4th fireworks
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Though most of us love the dazzling display of fireworks around the 4th of July holiday, they actually release harmful pollutants that can cause negative health effects. The sale and consumption of fireworks boom around July 4th each year. And whether you’re attending a display...
Jury convicts Marion Man of attempting to entice a minor
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - A 30-year-old man has been found guilty in federal court following a day-and-a-half-long trial. Court records show that Cory Gall in Marion exchanged text messages with a person who stated that she was 13 years old back in December 2023. The person was actually an undercover law enforcement officer. Gall reportedly sent explicit sexual messages and traveled to meet with her.
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