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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.
Converting a portion of the CRANDIC rail to provide commuters a new option
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KGAN) — Johnson County leaders want to offer a new commuting option by repurposing an old rail line cutting through Iowa City, Coralville and North Liberty. “It's been around for 100 years, and it's been under-utilized for the last 70 of those years,” Cady Gerlach, executive director of Better Together 2030, said.
Iowa City Woman Hospitalized After Police Chase
(Iowa City, IA) -- An Iowa City woman is recovering after being hurt after police say she led officers on a chase that ended in a crash. Investigators say 20 year-old Tessa Galloway was driving a motorcycle when officers tried to pull her over for speeding. Police say Galloway refused to stop and led officers on a chase before losing control and crashing.
Iowa high school baseball state tournament 2024: See IHSAA brackets for all four classes
The Iowa high school baseball season is winding down, which means the IHSAA baseball state tournament is set to begin. Play for all four classes will run from July 22-26. Class 1A and 2A will compete in Carroll, while Class 3A and 4A will play in Cedar Rapids. ...
Dissertation on journalists, news literacy earns annual Davis Ethics Award
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — A dissertation by a graduate of the University of Iowa’s mass communications program earned this year’s Penn State Davis Ethics Award, which annually recognizes the best ethics-related dissertation successfully defended each year in the fields of communication and media. Patrick R. Johnson, an...
Jake Mitchell's two-RBI single lifts City High past Iowa City West in substate finals
The gray metal stands and pavement that surround the baseball field at Mercer Park were filled to the brim. Spectators, many of whom were rocking the red of Iowa City High and green of Iowa City West, piled into the ballpark to watch the two rivals slug it out for a spot in...
A sweet treat for a sweet cause: Dairy Queen’s upcoming Miracle Treat Day
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Join participating Dairy Queen locations on July 25 for their Miracle Treat Day event. Participating Dairy Queen locations will give $1 or more to University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital for every Blizzard sold. According to a media release, the goal of...
Lincoln's Beaman Transfers To Iowa To Continue Pursuit Of Baseball Dream
Last week, Missouri graduate, Jackson Beaman and former Lincoln MO. standout, announced his commitment to Iowa after entering the transfer portal. He will be a redshirt junior and will have two years of eligibility remaining. Long remembered as an All- State Football player, Beaman quarterbacked Lincoln to two state championship...
Iowa looks to incorporate freshman Ava Heiden for 2024-25 season
Four-star recruit Ava Heiden looks to make an impact in the post and running up and down the floor for the Hawkeyes in her freshman season. Heiden is the 36th-ranked prospect in the nation for her class and becomes the first player from Oregon to suit up for the Iowa women's basketball team.
Pro Football Focus gives top spot to Iowa football’s linebacker duo
One thing that the Iowa Hawkeyes will do well year in and year out is play stout defense. That starts up front with the defensive line and linebackers. The Hawkeyes have had a run on great front seven players lately. There has been Jack Campbell, Lukas Van Ness, A.J. Epenesa, and many more. Up next is the linebacking duo of Jay Higgins and Nick Jackson who burst onto the scene in 2023 fortifying Iowa’s defense in the middle. The two are looking to build upon last season and have an even bigger year while having their sights set on being the best....
Popular History Channel Show is Filming in Minnesota this Fall
It's always really exciting when shows or movies decide to film in Minnesota. Even if we can't be involved at all, we're still proud that our state was chosen! But this particular show that will be filming here DOES want our participation. It's a big show from the History Channel...
Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Residents Should Brace for More of These Menaces
The excessive rainfall, abundance of severe thunderstorms, and increased tornadic activity has made this summer one to remember for Tri-Staters. The weather has been as inconsistent as it's been wet, and with that comes an influx of creatures most of us vehemently despise. With all the rain, flooding, and humidity...
Access to abortion in Iowa 'harder and harder' even before state's looming 6-week ban
When the so-called “fetal heartbeat” ban goes into effect, which is expected as early as Friday, Iowa will have one of the most restrictive abortion laws in the country. But already, access to abortion in Iowa has seen significant changes in recent years. As of earlier this year, just two locations in...
Here's how you can watch 'Twisters' while donating to victims of tornadoes
Even though the new "Twisters" isn't filmed in Iowa, Iowans can help victims of natural disasters by going to see the movie at Flix Brewhouse. Flix Brewhouse will donate funds from every ticket purchased to support disaster relief efforts by the American Red Cross. Proceeds from the Storm Chaser Burger Special, which is a beef burger with Havarti cheese, bacon jam, sundried tomatoes, baby arugula and seasoned tater twisters, will also be donated to the cause.
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