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Four years later: How the derecho reshaped Cedar Rapids' ImOn Ice Arena
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Four years ago on Saturday, the most impactful storm in recent memory swept through Iowa, affecting every facet of life from homes to sporting venues. For nearly 25 years, the Cedar Rapids Ice Arena-- now the ImOn Ice Arena-- has been home to the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders and numerous on-ice programs, including adult and youth hockey, curling and figure skating.
Developers, Local Officials Submit Application For Cedar Rapids Casino
Des Moines, Iowa — The official application for a state license to build and operate a casino in Cedar Rapids has been filed with the commission that oversees the state’s gambling industry. Peninsula Pacific Entertainment — which is owned by Churchill Downs — is the developer behind the...
Laid-off John Deere employees explore options for lawsuit
In the wake of John Deere laying off over 1,000 Iowa workers, the situation may be escalating into a legal battle. According to Waterloo, Iowa-based news outlet KWWL7, a group of former employees is considering a wrongful termination lawsuit, drawing on precedents set by a similar Ford Motor Company case, which alleged age discrimination.
Cedar Rapids man charged after fights at Ped Mall in Iowa City
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - A Cedar Rapids man has been charged in connection to a couple of fights that happened at the Ped Mall in Iowa City last month. In a criminal complaint, police said 18-year-old Avonus Hodges was involved in a physical fight with a group of people at the corner of College Street and Dubuque Street in the Ped Mall just before 1 a.m. on July 21.
Coe College Thursday Forum sessions announced for 2024-2025
Coe College invites local community members to participate in Thursday Forum, a weekly series in which faculty share expertise on a variety of timely topics of interest. Coe has been providing this educational opportunity to the community for over 30 years. Join us for an exceptional lineup of lectures that promises to inspire and inform:
TV6 Investigates Talks: No cash bail nearly a year later
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - It’s been nearly a year after Illinois ended cash bail, and law enforcement said it’s been a learning curve. TV6 Investigates reporter Matt Christensen and producer Heidi Knecht talked to Whiteside County Sheriff John Booker about some of the unintended consequences of no cash bail.
Iowa City moves closer to using automated license plate cameras in parking ramps
Iowa City may soon use automated license plate readers in its parking ramps, in an effort to save time and curtail parking violations. The already installed plate readers and "traffic engineering cameras" sparked a lengthy debate on Tuesday night as councilors battled with the language of an ordinance that guides the use of...
North Iowa man caught with stolen guns and a pipe bomb is sentenced to federal prison
SIOUX CITY, Iowa – A Hancock County man is being sent to federal prison after being found with more than 25 stolen firearms and explosives. Tommy Gretillat, 44 of Corwith, pleaded guilty in February to possession of a firearm by a felon. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Iowa says evidence showed that when Hancock County Sheriff’s deputies executed a search warrant at Gretillat’s home related to an investigation into multiple burglaries in the Humboldt County area, he was found to have more than 25 stolen firearms, explosives or destructive devices, a pipe-bomb, as well as other stolen property.
Camping run deep at the fair, with some finding ways to make new traditions
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa State Fair Campgrounds are a special place with connections and traditions running deep. Some of the traditions have been around for a while, while some campers are still finding ways to make new traditions. Just up the road from all the fair action,...
New Malware Threatens Android Users in Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin: Could Empty Your Bank Account
Residents of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin need to be aware of a new and particularly dangerous malware targeting Android phones. This malware, known as BingoMod, can steal money from your accounts and then wipe your phone clean. It can swipe up to $16,000 in one go using on-device fraud techniques. What's even more concerning is that BingoMod is still in development, with its creators continuously adding more features to evade detection.
Cedar Rapids judge reduces bail for woman charged in boyfriend's death
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — A judge has lowered bail for a Cedar Rapids woman accused of killing her boyfriend and the father of her two children from $500,000 to $100,000. Charmisha Pirtle was charged with 2nd Degree Murder after Anthony Fitts was stabbed and killed in January 2024. Court...
1 taken by MedForce after roundabout crash Thursday morning
CAMANCHE, Iowa (KWQC) - Two people were injured in a crash Thursday morning at a Camanche roundabout, according to firefighters. According to Fire Chief Dave Schutte, at 4:56 a.m. two cars crashed at a roundabout at 7th Ave and Highway 67. Two people were injured in the crash. One of...
Extremely Rare 4-Legged Chicken Hatches at Iowa Fair
An incredibly rare 4-legged chicken has hatched at this Iowa fair and it's attracting lots of attention. Chickens with extra legs are an extremely uncommon genetic mutation with estimates suggesting the occurrence is roughly 1 in 10 million. Siouxland Proud says a unique chicken with four legs recently hatched at...
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