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Iowa agencies other local services impacted by global internet outage, not a cyberattack
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds said some state government systems and employee devices have been impacted by the global outage Friday morning. Reynolds’ office said an automatic software update from CrowdStrike, which the state uses for malware and virus protection, is behind the outage. The...
Hey Iowa, Amazon Prime Day Deals Still Under $25!
While Prime Day might technically be over, I've found some pretty good deals on certain items that are under $25!. If you think you might be too late to score on some great deals, you might want to check out some of these items ASAP! Depending on when you've found this article, some of these deals could potentially have changed.
Authorities release identity of Iowa man killed after being pinned under lawnmower
JESUP, Iowa (KCRG) — The man thatdied after being pinned under a lawnmower on Thursday was identified as a teacher with Bosco Catholic School System, KCRG reports. The Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office said 43-year-old Jake Knepper, of Jesup, was trying to load a commercial grade lawnmower onto a trailer in the 100 block of 160th Street when the mower tipped off the side of the trailer and rolled upside down, pinning him underneath it.
Three injured in Grundy County crash
GRUNDY CENTER, Iowa (KCRG) - Three people, including a teenager, were injured in a crash involving four vehicles near Grundy Center on Thursday afternoon. The Iowa State Patrol said it happened at around 4:15 p.m. at Highway 175, a half mile east of Grundy Center. According to a crash report,...
Starbucks Workers in Davenport Unionize – Will Other Iowa Locations Follow?
In a bold move that might just become the stuff of coffee shop legend, eighteen workers at the Starbucks on East 53rd Street in Davenport filed with the National Labor Relations Board to unionize in May. Out of 17 eligible voters, 16 cast their ballots—and an impressive 15 of them said “yes” to the union, brewing up a resounding victory for the team.
‘I left my cart,’ says Walmart shopper as they ditched $50 of groceries after being forced to use self-checkout
A WALMART shopper couldn’t hide her frustration as she abandoned her cart while waiting in line. The furious customer walked out after reportedly being told she had no option to use the self-checkout. Sharon Ackerman was apoplectic with rage following a trip to a store in Dubuque, Iowa –...
Homeowner struggles to pay for storm damage after Monday’s derecho
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Some people across Eastern Iowa are still dealing with storm damage after Monday’s thunderstorms and a derecho. Much of this week’s storm damage has been cleaned up, but what’s left is the cost for all that work. Zach Metzler’s roof was damaged...
Phase 3 Segment of New Hampton Tribe Trail Could Open in August
The Phase 3 segment of the Tribe Trail in New Hampton could be open in about a month. That’s New Hampton Park-Rec Director Tara Hackman, who says officials were meeting Wednesday (07.17) should have a firmer idea of when Phase 3 will be completed to connect the Tribe Trail from Linn Avenue on the south side of New Hampton with the Chickasaw Wellness Center on the west side of town.
Rhino/K's baseball team is on an incredible hot streak
PEORIA (25News Now) - The Rhino/K’s 2026 travel baseball day went 14-0 in a 10-day stretch winning major Midwest tournaments in both Iowa and Wisconsin. The Rhino/K’s won the World Wood Bat North Tournament in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and the PBR at the Rock in Milwaukee. You can...
Cool and Comfortable Overnight, Pleasant Through the Weekend
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Our temperatures tonight are cool and comfortable ahead of more pleasant weather to end the work week. Clear skies, calm winds, and dew points in the 50s will allow our temperatures to cool off very efficiently tonight. Our low temperatures fall into the low to mid 50s, which will make it a great night to sleep with the windows open or spend some time outside. You might want to grab a light jacket or a hoodie for any late night or early morning outings.
Popsicles with Police event today in Muscatine
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - The Muscatine Police Department is set to host their second ‘Popsicles with Police’ event. According to a media release, on July 19 from 1-3 p.m. officers will be handing out free popsicles for all to enjoy. The event is set to be at the...
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