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Clouds increase tonight ahead of storm chance
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Clouds will slowly build throughout the day. Some of these may try to produce some shower activity as they move in; due to the dry air we have in place, much of this will have trouble reaching the ground. It does help set the stage for a better chance of storms tonight into Friday.
Senator Ernst, Lt Gov Gregg Talk About Flooding
Sioux City, Iowa — Iowa Senator Joni Ernst toured flood damage in northwest Iowa Tuesday. The Republican from Red Oak says there will be a variety of help available. Ernst saw the damage and destruction of flooding firsthand as an Iowa National Guard soldier, but says the latest event is something different.
Iowa City residents lose power in Tuesday night storm. Small tornado confirmed in Ely
Severe storms rolled into eastern Iowa on Tuesday night, producing a small tornado several miles north of Iowa City. The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch Tuesday evening, warning of the possibility of golf ball-sized hail and a few scattered tornadoes. The watch also said that wind gusts of 70 miles...
RIVERSIDE FLOODING SLOWLY IS SUBSIDING
THE BIG SIOUX RIVER STOPPED GOING OVER THE TOP OF THE LEVEE IN RIVERSIDE AROUND MIDNIGHT INTO TUESDAY MORNING. CITY FIRE MARSHALL MARK AESOPH SAYS CITY CREWS HAVE BEEN WORKING TO CLEAR OUT THE STANDING WATER:. RSIDE5 OC…….GOOD PROGRESS. :11. AS OF 3P.M. TUESDAY, 49 RIVERSIDE HOMES REMAINED...
Beloit Sky Carp hike winning streak up to nine straight games with 7-2 win over Cedar Rapids
The Beloit Sky Carp just keep on winning. Carlos Santiago’s three-run homer capped off an explosive early outburst from the Sky Carp as it defeated the Cedar Rapids Kernels 7-2 on Tuesdayin Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The victory was the ninth straight for Beloit, which was coming off a five-game sweep of the Lansing Lugnuts. Now the Sky Carp have opened up a six-game road trip against the Kernels with a...
State Auditor’s Office has investigated the sale of school buildings in the past
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - According to the private school that made the top bid to purchase Garfield Elementary, the district’s decision to reject its offer cheats taxpayers. The Cedar Rapids School Board rejected the bid made by Isaac Newton Christian Academy’s $375,000 to purchase the building. It’s an...
A break from storms and high heat
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Storms come to an end with pleasant summertime conditions for a couple of days. Temperatures will turn closer to normal for this time of year by Wednesday into Thursday, with both days containing a decent amount of sunshine. Highs will be in the upper 70s to mid 80s, with much lower dew points.
Riverside’s Summer Shakespeare Festival continues to evolve with ‘Julius Caesar’
Everyone is familiar with William Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar” in some capacity — whether it be through history class or English class — but this familiarity is something Riverside Theatre capitalizes on every summer. Since 2000, Riverside has presented a new take on a Shakespeare classic...
Iowa men’s basketball’s newcomers look to flip the script after disappointing 2023-24 campaign
One could say the 2024-25 season is an important one for the Iowa men’s basketball program. The Hawkeyes suffered through a disappointing 2023-24 campaign. After missing the NCAA Tournament for the first time in six seasons, resulting in many frustrated fans calling for head coach Fran McCaffery’s job, Iowa still hasn’t advanced to the Sweet 16 under McCaffery despite the legendary careers of All-Americans Keegan Murray and Luka Garza.
2024 Iowa City Jazz Festival, July 5 through 7
With its 2024 lineup composed of touring headliners, Iowa City icons, Quad Cities favorites, and more, the Iowa City Jazz Festival (presented by GreenState Credit Union) returns from July 5 through 7, with three-time Grammy Award nominee Lakecia Benjamin headlining the nationally renowned Iowa City Jazz Festival that boasts music on two stages, culinary delights, artists, and activity booths, with free admission adjacent to the University of Iowa Pentacrest on Clinton Street and Iowa Avenue.
Iowa Football: Four Hawkeyes Garner Athlon Preseason All-America Honors
IOWA CITY, Iowa-- The Hawkeyes are projected to have one of the best defenses in the country once again. Under Phil Parker, Iowa has been a consistent model for other teams around the country for stellar defenses. It's all going to start with linebackers Jay Higgins, Nick Jackson and Sebastian Castro. The Hawkeyes are going to have one of the oldest defenses in the country and there's no doubt that they are looking to build on what they accomplished last year.
City leaders in Iowa City remind people that using fireworks are illegal
Iowa City, Iowa — Fireworks season is here! But, city leaders in Iowa City are reminding people that using fireworks anywhere with the city limits is illegal. That means the use of fireworks are prohibited in the city due to public safety concerns. Use of fireworks are also prohibited...
Professor looks to develop imaging technology to study age-related changes in the brain
A University of Iowa faculty member has been awarded funding from the National Institutes of Health to understand how changes in the brain’s metabolism could lead to neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Vincent Magnotta, professor in the Department of Radiology, will use the award to advance a...
Will Cade McNamara finally give Iowa football's offense a pulse?
The 2023 season was a weird one for Iowa football. The Hawkeyes landed former Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara in the transfer portal and he was supposed to help Brian Ferentz keep his job by finally giving the offense a pulse. However, five games into his first season with the Hawkeyes, he went down with a leg injury and never returned, finishing with 505 yards and four touchdowns to three interceptions.
Cedar River expected to reach "Moderate Flood" stage Friday, Saturday
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — In Cedar Rapids, water levels along the Cedar River are now expected to reach "Moderate Flood" stage by Friday afternoon. The National Weather Service (NWS) said river levels are forecasted to crest at 14.5 feet early Saturday morning. City leaders are taking action to help...
Unkempt lawns can cost you "mow" money in Cedar Rapids
Lots of rain and sunshine leads to needy lawns which means lots of mowing and maintenance. You may not know the city of Cedar Rapids does have an ordinance in place to make sure you are staying on top of upkeep of your lawn. As a Cedar Rapids resident you...
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