Chris Carson
Popular Former Kernel Finally Gets the Call to the Majors [VIDEO]
It was an exciting weekend for the Cedar Rapids Kernels with back to back wins over Lansing Saturday and Sunday. But the real excitement came with a special announcement Saturday night. Does the name Byron Buxton ring a bell?
Weekend Shooting At Coralville Mall Marks 5th Tragedy in 10 Weeks
Friday night, the unthinkable happened at the Coral Ridge Mall in Coralville, as a security guard left the mall, and returned with a gun, then opened fire on a 20-year-old female employee
Professional Soccer Team Coming to Cedar Rapids
Today was a day shrouded in mystery, ever since the '6.11.15' sign showed up on the billboard at the US Cellular Center about almost 2 weeks ago. Today, that mystery was solved as we've learned a professional soccer team is coming to Cedar Rapids.
The Greene Square Park Face Lift Has Begun
Getting around downtown by car has become a real pain lately with all the construction. Being summer, that's really nothing new. However, getting through a central part of the city on foot is now also a little more difficult, as the Greene Square Park renovation project has begun.
Happier Travels For Edgewood Road Commuters Starting Tommorrow
Anyone who uses Edgewood Road on a daily basis knows it's been a near nightmare for almost the past year as you approach Highway 100. Starting tomorrow, that tension eases, as the bridge reopens. Well, kind-of.
American Pickers Heading To Our Area This June
You may have watched American Pickers for the past five years, as two LeClaire guys travel the country looking for amazing treasures. Now, as they launch their 8th season, the guys will be spending some time not only in their home state, but in our area, looking for your treasures.
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck Rumored To Join The List Of Top Celebrity Shocking Splits
The news has been breaking today that Hollywood sweetheart, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner are calling it quits. Although purely overpublished tabloid rumor as of now, I am devastated. A couple I didn't understand at first, has become the poster for Hollywood "cute couple", and now it's all falling apart, apparently. Although, it's maybe not as shocking as some celeb splits.
CBS Screws Up Late Show Transition
Like many, I watched Letterman's final show last night. And like many, I wondered what was going to happen Thursday night, and over the next couple months, as Colbert won't take over till September 8th. Tonight we got that answer, and learned another disturbing fact.
Avian Flu Forces Cancellation of All Poultry Exhibits At Iowa State Fair
The Iowa Department of Agriculture announced today that there will be no live poultry exhibits at all county fairs, and the Iowa State Fair, from now through the end of 2015 amid concerns of avian flu.
Craziest Costume Ideas for Insane Inflatable 5k [GALLERY]
We are officially less than a month away from Insane Inflatable 5k presented by GoDaddy. Hopefully you've registered, and possibly started training. You may even have your team together. The most important question now is what to wear?