Police investigating death in truck stop parking lot READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/31/person-found-dead-flying-j-evansdale/ 

Iowa Supreme Court rules public defenders in Davenport can opt out of cases when they are overworked. https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/30/iowa-supreme-court-rules-scott-county-public-defenders/ 

Around 100 Washington High School students walked out of school to protest ICE around noon Friday.

We got to speak with the Iowa Raptor Project, who was featured in Good Morning America today!

https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/30/journalist-don-lemon-is-arrested-after-protest-that-disrupted-service-minnesota-church/ 

Two professional hackers hired by Iowa’s judicial system say justice served after five-year legal battle READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/30/cybersecurity-testers-reach-600000-settlement-after-wrongful-arrest/

A Christmas Day rescue turned into a new member of the family for one Davenport police officer. https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/29/officer-adopts-dog-he-rescued-christmas/ 

MercyOne will lay off dozens more workers, according to Iowa WARN. https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/29/more-mercyone-layoffs-announced-iowa/ 

The announcement comes as the latest respiratory illness report from the state shows flu activity as “very high.” https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/29/keota-schools-close-thursday-due-spike-sick-students-staff/ 

Ottumwa organizations are seeing a surge of people needing help during the extreme cold. Read more: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/29/organizations-launch-extreme-cold-supply-drive-ottumwa/ 

It’s been 40 years since the Challenger space shuttle exploded https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/28/its-been-40-years-since-challenger-space-shuttle-exploded/ 

A winter supply drive is working to get food, hats, gloves and more to those most in need. More tonight on how folks are pitching in and how you can help.

A Des Moines family got a very special delivery on Monday. 💝https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/28/special-delivery-iowa-woman-gives-birth-fedex-facility/ 

Nearly 100 employees set to return to 2 Iowa John Deere facilities: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/28/nearly-100-employees-set-return-2-john-deere-facilities/ 

Residents at a Mount Vernon apartment have been without heat for over a week. Landlords say the frozen pipes won't be fixed until it's warmer outside. READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/28/mount-vernon-apartment-residents-without-heat-over-week/ 

The average person is spending $64 at the movies, according to a recent survey. One theater is trying out $5 movie tickets to keep prices down for customers. https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/27/how-have-night-movies-without-breaking-bank/ 

The National Transportation Safety Board should make clear in today's daylong hearing what went wrong in a plane crash that killed 67 people last January. https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/27/ntsb-highlight-what-led-deadly-midair-collision-near-washington-dc-daylong-hearing/

President Donald Trump returns to Iowa Tuesday to rally supporters in Clive. Here's everything to know ahead of the event. https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/27/president-trump-give-speech-iowa-today-what-know-how-watch/ 

The Fieldhouse Bar and Grill continues to serve alcohol despite the Iowa City City Council voting to suspend its liquor license for two weeks. READ  MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/27/iowa-city-bar-continues-operating-despite-liquor-license-suspension/

Wix, the website building company, is hiring for several positions in Cedar Rapids. https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/26/working-iowa-employees-highlight-benefits-wix-company-hires/ 

The Dubuque Fire Department responded to two fires Sunday evening. https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/26/dubuque-fire-department-responds-multiple-fires/ 

Officials say heavy snow after bitter cold temperatures could have created serious hazards on eastern Iowa roadways READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/24/iowa-dot-says-state-avoided-major-road-dangers-winter-storm/ 

Farmers are taking extra precautions as below-zero temperatures are expected through the weekend. https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/23/farmers-prepare-livestock-cold-weather/

West Delaware won their 12th-straight dual over Independence on Thursday night. https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/23/west-delaware-grabs-narrow-win-over-independence/ 

Today Cedar Rapids is colder than ALASKA! Seriously, stay inside today! 🥶

Stay warm everyone!

Social media posts warning about “exploding trees” during frigid temperatures are misleading, according to a local arborist. READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/23/fact-check-cold-weather-exploding-trees/

Local businesses invest in downtown space ahead of Duane Arnold’s planned 2029 return: READ MORE HERE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/22/palo-bank-building-renovation-anticipates-nuclear-plant-reopening/

Francesca’s is closing all locations, a representative says. There are stores in Coralville, Dubuque and Altoona. Read more: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/21/womens-clothing-store-francescas-is-closing-all-locations-report-says/

Drake University has named Joseph M. Valenzano III as its next provost, the university announced. Read more: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/21/drake-university-selects-new-provost-butler/

A town in Iowa deemed the ice cream capital of the world is in the top picks for America's favorite small town, but needs a few more votes to take the title. https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/20/le-mars-iowa-up-americas-favorite-small-town/

LifeServe Blood Center has announced a partnership with University of Northern Iowa Athletics for its first-ever basketball blood drive on campus. Read more: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/21/uni-athletics-partners-with-lifeserve-basketball-blood-drive/

Linn County is considering a proposed ordinance that would establish new rules and location restrictions for future data centers, even as the county prepares to welcome two new facilities. Read more: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/21/linn-county-considers-new-rules-future-data-centers/

The Fairfax City Council voted to reinstate the city clerk they had removed earlier this month, but only on a temporary contract basis. READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/21/fairfax-brings-back-ousted-city-clerk-temporary-contract/

A Senate subcommittee advanced a bill Tuesday that could result in the closure of the Iowa City Historical Society, prompting advocates to speak out during the meeting. Read more: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/21/senate-committee-advances-bill-close-iowa-city-history-society/

It's time for a northern lights roundup! Thank you to everyone who sent in photos!

Did you see the northern lights last night? Check out some of these photos sent in by viewers! You can send photos to the newsroom at kcrg.com/community/user-content

It's Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and lots of folks are recognizing the holiday with acts of community service. Hear more from this event in Cedar Falls in the 4 p.m. news.

A rescue dog in the Cedar Falls area is in the running to be the tallest living dog in the world.

Insurance agents report more companies offering rates as market stabilizes following years of severe weather damage READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/17/iowa-insurance-market-shows-signs-recovery-after-costly-storm-years/ 

State training program aims to help retailers better identify underage customers as vape shops increase across Iowa READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/15/cedar-rapids-police-promote-i-pledge-program-reduce-underage-vaping/ 

On the agenda was re-appointing Stimson to her position of city clerk, but that failed to get the necessary votes to move forward. READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/14/fairfax-city-clerk-speaks-out-after-council-votes-not-reappoint-her/ 

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is seeking additional input on potential plans to consolidate and close schools READ MORE HERE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/13/cedar-rapids-school-board-seeks-more-input-consolidation-after-heated-public-meeting/

Fairfax city clerk removed from position, leaving payroll and operations disrupted READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/10/fairfax-city-clerk-removed-position-leaving-payroll-operations-disrupted/ 

City expands garbage collection options after decade of complaints about 35-gallon capacity READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/09/cedar-rapids-offers-larger-trash-cans-residents/ 

We are hearing more this morning from a group protesting ICE in Cedar Rapids after an enforcement officer killed a woman in Minneapolis yesterday.

A state senator said the Cedar Rapids Community School District is moving too quickly on proposed budget cuts worth at least $10 million. READ MORE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/08/state-senator-criticizes-cedar-rapids-schools-budget-cut-timeline/

District reveals phase one of two-part plan to address declining enrollment and revenue: READ MORE HERE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/07/cedar-rapids-school-district-proposes-11m-budget-cuts-school-consolidations/

Cedar Rapids School District officials discuss consolidation plan that would save $6 million annually: READ HERE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/06/cedar-rapids-school-district-considers-closing-seven-elementary-schools-address-budget-deficit/

Clayton County Sheriff’s Office investigating death of farm worker READ MORE HERE: https://www.kcrg.com/2026/01/03/fatal-farm-accident-under-investigation-rural-holy-cross/