Weather
Mild Pattern Continues With Clearing Skies This Afternoon
No wintry impacts expected as warm weather dominates the forecast
Mild Start to the Week, Active End
Warm air moves in before a quiet weather pattern turns more active in eastern Iowa
Kitchen Fire Sends One to Hospital in Cedar Rapids
Crews quickly extinguished the blaze but one woman was transported for treatment.
Entertainment
Six Things to Do in Eastern Iowa This Week
Discover comedy, sports, recreation, and theater events in the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City Corridor.
Katie Hallman steps down as Theatre Cedar Rapids' executive director
The longtime leader helped guide the 100-year-old theater through the pandemic and a major renovation.
Festivals, Music Events Highlight Eastern Iowa This Week
From a backcountry film festival to a Steely Dan tribute, there's something for everyone in the region.
Politics
Coralville to Reconsider License Plate Reader Cameras After Policy Concerns
City council plans to vote on removing Flock Safety cameras following complaints from Iowa Attorney General's Office.
Iowa Considers Annexing Illinois Counties
State proposal aims to adjust border, citing lower taxes and political representation
Prominent Christian conservative leader Vander Plaats endorses Steen for Iowa governor
Vander Plaats says Steen 'offers us the best chance to excite voters' in race against Democrat Rob Sand
Crime
Man Wanted for Hyde Park Murder Arrested in Iowa
Christopher Maxwell, 56, was taken into custody in Cedar Rapids for the 2024 shooting death of Joseph Cook, 29.
Cedar Rapids teen sentenced to life with parole for 2023 murder
Dante Irvin, 17, was convicted of killing Michael McCune in a premeditated attack.
Iowa AG's Office to Review Fatal Police Shooting of Marion Teen
Linn County Attorney cites conflict of interest in case involving officer-involved death
Lifestyle
New Downtown Cedar Rapids Parking Ramp Opens
The five-level facility offers 450 parking spaces, including 10 for electric vehicles.
Cedar Rapids Academy Taps New Executive Director
John Hollemon III to lead The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success
25 Great Ways to Avoid Overthinking
Practical tips to stop analysis paralysis and achieve a positive mental outlook
