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Former Younkers space at Lindale Mall sold, council member says

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The former Younkers space at Lindale Mall has been sold to a new owner, City Council member Scott Olson confirmed. Olson said the buyer is the same developer that recently opened a Dick’s House of Sport connected to the mall in the former Sears location. The developer also opened a Vasa Fitness next to the mall in the former Hy-Vee, Olson said.

Cedar Rapids, IA · 3d
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Loparex breaks ground, expand in Iowa City

Loparex, a global manufacturer of release liner, has officially broken ground on a coater expansion at its Iowa City facility. The project adds coater capability to the site and represents a significant investment in boosting plant reliability and supporting continuous, dependable operations for customers. The capacity investment increases the site’s...

Iowa City, IA · 16h
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2,000 eastern Iowa absentee ballots found to not been counted in midterm election, officials say

Around 2,000 absentee ballots in the eastern part of the state were not counted as part of unofficial election results this week, according to a joint statement from election officials. In that statement, Secretary of State Paul Pate and Johnson County Auditor Julie Persons said both of their offices "have...

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Cedar Rapids council eyes next phase of 34th Street roadwork

CEDAR RAPIDS — The city of Cedar Rapids is striving to have both phases of its 34th Street SE reconstruction project done on schedule despite delays incurred after its original contractor defaulted on the work. Cedar Rapids City Council members, at their most recent meeting, approved the proposed plans, specifications and form of contract for the project’s second phase, which will run from just north of Terry Drive to Cottage Grove Avenue. Bid opening for the project is scheduled for Nov. 18, after which the matter will return to City Council to approve a contractor. The current cost estimate is roughly $4.3 million, according to a presentation from city staff. Engineering Manager Doug Wilson told council members that the project included pavement reconstruction along 34th Street SE, as well as storm and sanitary sewer improvements and the construction of a shared-use path. The intent is to start construction in the spring of 2027 with completion by next fall. The work is part of the city’s Paving for Progress program that uses funding generated through a voter-approved local-option sales tax. It will complement the ongoing reconstruction of 34th Street SE between Bever Avenue and Terry Drive, which city staff remain hopeful

Cedar Rapids, IA · 3d

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Suspicious item cleared following investigation at Mercy Medical Center

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Cedar Rapids Police were called Monday morning to investigate a suspicious item at Mercy Medical Center. A Mercy spokesperson tells KCRG that a bag was found unattended in Lundy Pavilion, the hospital’s entrance off of Eighth Avenue. CRPD’s bomb squad was called to investigate...

Cedar Rapids, IA · 14h

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No recount for close state senate race: Scott County auditor

While the majority of votes have been counted and winners declared in races, some are still being decided. The race between Nikhil Wagle and Scott Webster for the Iowa State Senate seat for District 47 has yet to be called, with all precincts reporting and a mere 151 votes separating the two. Kerri Tompkins, Scott […]

Scott County, IA · 3d

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Family of UIHC patient paid $875K after brain infection

IOWA CITY — After a 61-year-old Wright County man who previously suffered a brain aneurysm died in June 2023 from an unrelated fungal infection, University of Iowa Health Care has agreed to pay his family $875,000 “to avoid the risks of future litigation and trial.” James Deimerly’s family sued the state for its oversight of UIHC in December 2024 — accusing Deimerly’s UI care team of negligence for failing to conduct a “fundus examination” of the patient’s eyes, diagnose and treat meningitis, and diagnose and treat intracranial pressure. “UIHC is vicariously liable for the negligent acts of its doctors, nurses, assistants, nurse practitioners, therapists, agents, and other health care professionals who may have provided care to Jim Deimerly,” according to allegations in the lawsuit, which state attorneys have denied. “The death of Jim Deimerly, along with the resulting harms and damages, would not have occurred but for the negligence of providers at UIHC.” More than three years ago on June 17, 2023, Deimerly came to UIHC complaining of seizure-like activity for a week, a severe headache, frequent hiccups and nausea, according to the family’s lawsuit. He was told to continue anti-seizure medication and given additional tests — such as a

Iowa City, IA · 11h

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University of Iowa drops plans for new cancer center

IOWA CITY — Two years after the Board of Regents gave the go-ahead to build a new state-of-the-art cancer research facility , the University of Iowa has changed course and instead is pursuing a smaller-scale project to build out shelled space for cancer research in its new College of Pharmacy Building. “Because of projected budget constraints, the standalone building is not advancing at this time,” UI officials said in new board documents seeking approval for the pared-down proposal. “The university is instead evaluating opportunities to provide cancer-focused and other research space within existing facilities across the health sciences campus.” Specifically, the university wants to spend $13 million building out unfinished space on the sixth floor of the new College of Pharmacy Building — which opened in 2020 — for “cancer-focused research programs” in the form of “flexible laboratories, shared support spaces, research equipment, and collaboration areas.” New Board of Regents documents report nearly 70% of that $13 million price tag — or about $9 million — will come from interest earned on an endowment created through the university’s 2020 public-private partnership for the operation of its utility system. That is triple the amount of P3 funding UI officials said the

Iowa City, IA · 1d

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She's Got the Voice, Now She Needs Iowa's Votes!

A Cascade, IA teenager has a shot at singing on one of Nashville's most legendary stages. Find out how you can help Sarah Boyle get there!

Cascade, IA · 4d

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‘More investigation’: Dyersville residents seek answers about Iowa’s cancer rates

DUBUQUE COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - For Kay Vifian, questions about Iowa’s high cancer diagnosis rate are personal. Her husband was diagnosed with prostate cancer more than a year ago. The Dubuque County resident says he is doing well, but she wants more research and discussion about what could be...

Dyersville, IA · 8h

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More than 6,000 flags honor veterans at University of Iowa

JOHNSON COUNTY, Iowa — More than 6,000 flags now form the shape of a giant “I” on the University of Iowa’s Pentacrest, honoring veterans with ties to the university. About 60 volunteers gathered to set up the display ahead of Veterans Day. Each flag bears the name of a living or deceased veteran who was a University of Iowa student or a student’s family member.

Iowa City, IA · 22h

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Dubuque pro-life group calls for more pregnancy support for women after Marion newborn’s death

LINN COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - Arthur Gilloon, vice president of Dubuque County Right to Life Inc., criticized the organization investigators say provided abortion medication to Margaret Conant. Conant faces charges of child endangerment — deprivation of necessary care and obtaining prescription medication by deceit. Speculating about Conant’s circumstances, Gilloon...

Marion, IA · 3d

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ICCSD board to consider administrator resignation during Tuesday's meeting

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The Iowa City Community School District’s school board is scheduled to consider an administrator’s resignation at its meeting Tuesday. The agenda lists a recommendation to approve the resignation “per mutual consent.” It does not identify the administrator or explain the circumstances.

Iowa City, IA · 9h

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Johnson County Conservation settles open meetings lawsuit

The Johnson County Conservation Board has settled with the estate of former conservation director Larry Gullet and former operations superintendent Wade Schultz over an open records dispute. The lawsuit was filed by Gullett's widow, Connie Gullett, and Schultz over records from closed sessions held by the conservation board in 2024 that allegedly discussed "specific law enforcement matters," concerning an investigation or audit. A 2025 state audit found that Johnson County Conservation misused or misappropriated more than $90,000 in funds between 2019 and 2024. The report specifically mentioned two Johnson County employees − Schultz and Gullet, who were placed on immediate administrative leave on June 6, 2024. Larry Gullet died in September 2024 , and the lawsuit was filed by his widow on his behalf, according to court filings. More: Iowa Regents to choose new leader for UI center after rocky start The county disclosed the minutes and audio recordings of three closed sessions cited in Gullett and Schultz's original complaint during litigation, but as part of the settlement, both parties agreed to keep the records confidential. The conservation board also paid Schultz and Gullett's attorney fees, and the board adopted and read into the record a statement recognizing Larry Gullet's

Johnson County, IA · 15h

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E Avenue and F Avenue bridges to close Tuesday for floodgate testing

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The E Avenue and F Avenue bridges over the Cedar River in Cedar Rapids will close Tuesday morning for floodgate testing. The closures are scheduled to begin around 8:30 a.m. and are expected to last until midafternoon. The bridges are between First Street NW and First Street NE.

Cedar Rapids, IA · 14h

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F-86 Sabre jet to stay at Iowa City Airport after fundraiser tops $50,000

IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - The F-86 Sabre jet outside the Iowa City Airport will remain in place after a group of veterans raised money to restore it. The group held a rededication ceremony for the jet. The jet was at risk of being removed over maintenance costs. The group...

Iowa City, IA · 1d

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Scott County Election Audit Planned After Ballot Machine Issues at 3 Precincts

Scott County’s auditor announced an administrative audit for three precincts after intermittent DS200 machine Ballot Reject Code issues during the 2026 general election. Originally published by Iowa Pulse . For more verified Iowa news and real-time updates, follow Iowa Pulse.

Scott County, IA · 3d

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Iowa City school board to continue superintendent search in Monday meeting

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The Iowa City Community School District will hold a work session Monday as it continues its search for a new superintendent. The board will meet with Grundmeyer Leader Services, an organization that helps districts find superintendents. The meeting starts at 4:30 p.m. Former Superintendent Matt...

Iowa City, IA · 1d

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Iowa Regents to choose new leader for UI center after rocky start

The Iowa Board of Regents will interview and decide on the next permanent director for the University of Iowa's Center for Intellectual Freedom at its next board meeting. During a meeting of the center's advisory council on Friday, Nov. 6, the council voted forward two candidates for the Regents to consider at their Wednesday, Nov. 11, meeting in Ames. The council did not release the candidates' names. The candidates will have closed-session interviews with the regents before the regents announce and vote on the pick during Wednesday's meeting. More: Nebraska Omaha professor rejects Center for Intellectual Freedom offer The Center for Intellectual Freedom was created in 2025 to address what Republican lawmakers said was a hostile environment for conservatives in higher education. It aims to promote intellectual diversity and the free exchange of ideas. It soon will be charged with offering civics courses to all University of Iowa students. The new search comes after the regents offered the job to University of Nebraska at Omaha political science professor Carson Holloway. He declined the position on Tuesday, Nov. 3, to take one at the University of Florida at Gainesville. The process comes as the center is without a director after interim

Iowa City, IA · 2d