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.
Weather
Record Warmth Today, But Cooler Weather Coming
A weather system moves in late Tuesday with rain and possible storms.
Warm Spell Ahead Before Next Weather System Arrives
Eastern Iowa to see several days of above-normal temperatures before a shift to more active weather next week.
Mild Pattern Continues With Clearing Skies This Afternoon
No wintry impacts expected as warm weather dominates the forecast
Crime
Two Drivers Arrested for OWI on I380 at Same Time
Incidents occurred just before 2:45 a.m. on Friday, with both drivers allegedly over the legal limit
Three Injured in Head-On Crash on Highway 151
Authorities say a wrong-way driver caused the early Sunday collision near Jordans Grove Rd.
Cedar Rapids Felon Sentenced for 100 MPH Chase While Armed
31-year-old David Abrams Jr. pleaded guilty to firearm and eluding charges after a high-speed pursuit last June.
Politics
Iowa Democrat Sage suspends campaign for U.S. Senate
Sage's exit leaves 2 Democrats — state legislators Zach Wahls and Josh Turek — vying for the party's nomination in Iowa's open-seat U.S. Senate election
Twedt-Ball announces endorsements in Iowa's 2nd District race
The nonprofit leader is one of four Democrats vying for the open congressional seat.
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.
Lifestyle
Shawn Eric McDonald, 53, Passes Away in Cedar Rapids
Visitation and memorial service planned for local musician and chef
Cedar Rapids Resident Finds Solace in Nature Amid Political Turmoil
Local man describes witnessing a peaceful scene of birds and deer outside his window as an escape from the divisiveness of national politics.
New Downtown Cedar Rapids Parking Ramp Opens
The five-level facility offers 450 parking spaces, including 10 for electric vehicles.
