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State emails related to alleged murder still undisclosed after three months
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services says it can’t comment on a teenager’s alleged murder of a child-care worker in May and it has yet to disclose related emails that were requested three months ago. In May, 15-year-old Jovahn Mathis was charged with second-degree murder in the death of 50-year-old Kathleen Galloway-Menke at […]
Afternoon and evening showers or storms possible
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - We can’t rule out a bit of precipitation during the daytime hours today and tomorrow, but it should be fairly scattered. Your First Alert: Hit-and-miss showers and storms today and tomorrow. Sunshine will be fairly widespread for many today, but clouds will begin to...
Updated: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for a Portion of Southwest Iowa
(Des Moines) Storms are expected to pop up in southwest Iowa this afternoon and move out of the area this evening. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 11:00 p.m. for Cass, Adair, Adams, Fremont, Montgomery, Page, Ringgold, Taylor, and Union counties. Rod Donavan is with the National Weather...
Walk-on Kaden Wetjen ready to do big things for the Hawkeyes
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - Former Williamsburg standout Kaden Wetjen has paid his dues and now has a chance to do some big things for the Iowa Hawkeyes this season as a wide receiver and return man. “Yes, super excited, especially in the return game,” he said. “I feel like...
Marion’s Uptown Getdown for Aug. 15 canceled
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - The Uptown Getdown concert on Thursday has been canceled due to rain and storms, city leaders said. The music series is held every Thursday throughout the month of August. ‘Wylde Nept’ was scheduled to perform their traditional and original Celtic music on Aug. 15. City...
Two-A-Days: Jefferson has another streak to break this fall
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — After starting last season 4-0, the Jefferson football team ended the year on a 5-game losing streak. That 4-5 record was a high point in recent years for the J-Hawks, who hadn't won a game in the 3 previous seasons. This fall Jefferson is looking...
Two-A-Days: Linn-Mar's past injuries lead to present experience
MARION, Iowa — Linn-Mar suffered a lot of injuries to their star players in 2023. But a lot of the reserves who filled in for those injured players are now back as seniors for the Lions-leading to a wealth of varsity experience on the field this fall. The Lions...
Kate Martin On NCAA vs WNBA: The Key Differences Explained
Kate Martin, a former Iowa Hawkeyes player now with the Las Vegas Aces, emphasizes the significant differences between NCAA and WNBA basketball. While expectations for Caitlin Clark to dominate in the WNBA were high, Martin highlights the increased physicality and faster pace in the professional league as key challenges. Both players have had to adapt their playing styles; Martin noted that in the WNBA, "everybody is my size, and like faster," requiring adjustments similar to those faced during their transitions to college basketball.
One hit from vape pen leads to death
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA (KELO.com) — With the new school year already off and running in some local school districts, law enforcement officials are urging parents to talk with their children about the dangers of drugs. Those warnings are even more critical with the advent meth and fentanyl laced with only who knows what. One area that is often overlooked is synthetic drugs that are sometimes ingested with vape devices. Tom Rooney has an in-depth look at how risky that can be.
Community recalls cherished memories as Lighthouse reduced to rubble by flames
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — For 112 years, the Lighthouse restaurant stood as a cherished landmark in Cedar Rapids, drawing diners from around the world. Now, with the building reduced to a pile of rubble, the community is left to share personal and historical memories of the beloved establishment. “Growing...
Owner of swimming pool allegedly linked to illness sues the state for inaction
An Iowa company accused of endangering the public health is now suing the state over an alleged three-year refusal to review its plans for swimming pool repairs. Custom Fitness, which is owned by Jason Bailey and Whole Health Natural Foods LLC, is suing the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing in Polk County District […]
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