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Seniors warned about scams

An Iowa group is warning seniors about new efforts from scammers trying to steal money or personal information.

IOWA PREP FOOTBALL: QC teams enter Week 9 with lots on the line

Only guaranteed nine games in a football season, each week is big for local high school football teams. This week’s Week 9 games carry even greater importance for three Mississippi Athletic Conference schools trying to secure their Iowa High School Athletic Association playoff appearances.

Eric Addy excited about gains made in first year as Cedar Rapids Washington head football coach

Cedar Rapids Washington’s regular-season finale against No. 10 Ankeny Thursday was postponed due to weather. The game was expected to be held Friday. Time and location are still to be determined.

Cedar Rapids schools invests in future with hands-on career training for high schoolers

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is set to launch a new career pathways program in the 2025-26 school year, designed to offer specialized career track

Cedar Rapids appealing Iowa DOT's automated traffic camera ruling

The City of Cedar Rapids is appealing a decision by the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) to not allow some of their automated traffic enforcement

Cedar Rapids appeals rejection of I-380 traffic cameras

The city of Cedar Rapids has submitted an appeal to the Iowa Department of Transportation to approve the use of two automated traffic enforcement cameras that were rejected last month.

Man Used American Flag to Strangle Woman During Dispute: Police

An Iowa man was arrested after allegedly attacking a woman and attempting to strangle her with an American flag.

Third annual Iowa Music Awards coming to Cedar Falls

Some words may be mispronounced. A tradition that started in Cedar Rapids and moved to Riverside last year is now making its way to Cedar Falls. The third annual Iowa Music Awards will be held Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024, at Bien VenU Event Center, 7400 Hudson ...

Turning cooler for several days, showers and storms possible late Thursday

After some small rainfall amounts early on Tuesday, we’re turning our attention toward the next chance coming soon.

More rain possible Thursday night with fall-like air

Although today’s rainfall didn’t amount to much, it was the most significant since late August, a welcome sight for many.

Tracy Ehlert & Barclay Woerner running for Iowa House District in portion of Cedar Rapids

Democrat Tracy Ehlert is running for reelection for her seat in the Iowa House of Representatives in District 79 against Republican Barclay Woerner.Ehlert has b

Money raised for pediatric cancer patients at sixth annual Mya Strong Softball Tournament

Sunday was the sixth annual Mya Strong Softball Tournament. The tournament began back in 2019. The idea came from Mya Gilchrist, currently a senior at Alburnett

Minor injuries in two vehicle crash in downtown Cedar Rapids

There were only minor injuries in a Cedar Rapids crash that resulted in one vehicle landing on its roof Monday afternoon.

Curious Iowa: Who is Playtime Poppy?

Jefferson High School senior Abel Prignitz played Playtime Poppy in the recent production of “The Jungle Book”. Prignitz attended Playtime Poppy shows with family growing up. “I was offered my sophomore year to fill in as Poppy and I had this moment of awe that I was able to do it.” Prignitz said.

Former sleeping giant Clear Creek Amana has its eyes wide open now

Lance Pedersen has Clear Creek Amana on the climb; breakthrough win at Cedar Rapids Xavier moves the Clippers into a Class 4A District 3 first-place tie.

Cedar Falls storms by Cedar Rapids Kennedy 28-7

Cedar Falls (4-4) fell behind Cedar Rapids Kennedy (2-6) 7-0 early before rolling to a 28-7 victory for the Tigers' 2nd straight win.

Leaders praise ‘transformational’ new westside library at groundbreaking ceremony

As hundreds of community leaders and library officials gathered Oct. 18 for a groundbreaking ceremony for the long-planned new westside building and

Linn County Auditor candidates stress transparency, fiscal responsibility

Both candidates running for Linn County Auditor will make transparency and financial responsibility top priorities for the office, along with promoting trust with the public and strengthening the voting systems.

1st Street NW in Cedar Rapids to closed for water main improvements starting Monday

According to a press release, 1st St. NW at F Avenue will be closed for the first phase of a water main improvement project starting Monday, Oct. 21.This closu

High School Cross Country: Olivierre upsets Gall, Cedar Falls sweeps MVC Divisional

Cedar Falls’ Charlee Gall and Waterloo West’s Nakia Olivierre have been battling all Fall for metro cross country supremacy. Gall, the freshman sensation, has won the battle four times this

Portion of 2nd Avenue SW in Cedar Rapids to close for 14 months

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — A portion of 2nd Avenue in Cedar Rapids will close on Monday, October 21st. 2nd Avenue SW will close between 2nd and 3rd Street for site construction.

Some Quad-Cities colleges see increases, some see decreases in 2024 fall enrollment

Most of the colleges and universities in the area saw growth in enrollment this fall, but St. Ambrose and Western Illinois University both saw declines.

Cedar Rapids Jefferson shuts out Davenport Central 35-0 to improve to 5-3

Cedar Rapids Jefferson(5-3) shutout Davenport Central(2-6) 35-0 to snap a three game losing streak and keep its playoff hopes alive. The J-Hawks host 5th ranked Iowa City Liberty next

Several state judges are up for a retention vote in southwest Iowa

Voters are being asked whether they want to retain several state court judges and justices as part of their general election ballot.

Jefferson secures winning record with shutout win over Davenport Central

For the first time since 2015, Cedar Rapids Jefferson's football team will finish the season above .500. The J-Hawks dominated Davenport Central 35-0 on Thursda

Cedar Rapids searching for suspect after juvenile shot Thursday night

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KWWL) - Cedar Rapids Police are searching for the person responsible for shooting a juvenile Thursday night. Officers responded to the 300 block of 16th Street Southeast at 6:53 p.m. where they found a boy with a gunshot wound.

Winless to winners: Cedar Rapids Jefferson thumps Davenport Central for 1st winning regular season since 2015

Cedar Rapids Jefferson’s turnaround under three-year head coach Ed Miles reached a new mark Thursday. The J-Hawks handled Davenport Central, 35-0, Thursday night at Kingston Stadium to secure their first winning regular season since 2015.

15-time felon facing federal prison sentence for NE Iowa crimes

Current, who has 15 prior felony convictions, has confessed to riding a stolen motorcycle into Winneshiek County on September 26, 2022, breaking into a rural home, and stealing eight firearms. Investigators say the motorcycle had been stolen in Rochester in June 2022.

Iowa farmer sentenced to over 15 years for theft and fraud

Michael Wayne Butikofer, age 54, from Monona, Iowa, pleaded guilty on Dec. 1, 2023, to one count of theft of livestock, one count of wire fraud, and one count of false bankruptcy declaration. Butikofer,

College of Arts and Sciences lays groundwork for changes to pre-major advising

In the new advising framework, every first-year student will be assigned to an advisor teaching their first quarter Engagement class.

Spooky orchids take center stage at Cedar Rapids Elks Lodge Hall

Nile DusdiekerShow Registration Chairman for The Eastern Iowa Orchid Show joined Iowa's News Now to discuss the upcoming event.The Halloween-themed show will

Cedar Rapids Xavier plays like No. 1, wins Mississippi Valley Conference volleyball tournament

Class 4A top-ranked Cedar Rapids Xavier rallied past 5A No. 7 Cedar Falls to win the Mississippi Valley Conference volleyball tournament Tuesday night. Coach Amy Weiland challenged the Saints to live up to their No.

2024 Iowa high school cross country state-qualifying assignments

Assignments have been released for 2024 state-qualifying cross country meets. At Dubuque — Cedar Falls, Cedar Rapids Jefferson, Cedar Rapids Kennedy, Cedar Rapids Prairie, Dubuque Hempstead, Dubuque Senior, Iowa City Liberty, Waterloo East, Waterloo West.

UPDATE: 1st Avenue back open after pedestrian accident in Cedar Rapids

: The Cedar Rapids Police Department says the road at the intersection of 1st Avenue Southeast and 21st Street Southeast is now open for travel in both di

72-year-old hospitalized after hit by vehicle in Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids Police say that a 72-year-old man was hospitalized with serious injuries following the crash. Police say that eastbound traffic was being stopped and detoured temporarily.

Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance announces BRAVO Awards, Community Spotlight recipients

The Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance (CRMEA) has announced the 2024 BRAVO Award Winners and Community Spotlight recipients to be celebrated at this

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