Tag Archives: Linn County

UPDATE: Three hurt in crash near Cedar Rapids after car runs stop sign

Updated with names and location clarification at 1:40 p.m. CEDAR RAPIDS – Dense fog was not a factor in a crash Thursday morning that shut down a highway west of Cedar Rapids. Three men were hurt in the accident, which … Continue reading

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High speed chase covers 25 miles in Linn, Benton counties

CEDAR RAPIDS – Authorities said a drunk driver led them on a high-speed chase that covered 25 miles early Wednesday morning. Richard C. Rich, 27, of Cedar Rapids, faces numerous charges after the chase, which deputies said reached speeds of … Continue reading

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Two hurt in Highway 13 crash near Coggon

COGGON – Two people were injured in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday on Highway 13 near Coggon, authorities said. According to the Linn County sheriff’s office, a car driven by Kammie L. Vogel, 15, of Alburnett, pulled out in front of … Continue reading

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One airlifted after pickup rolls near Marion

MARION – Two people were thrown from a pickup that rolled off Highway 151 and into a farm field Tuesday, authorities said. Zackary R. Morrison, 19, of Marion, was driving west near Hindman Road when the pickup left the roadway, … Continue reading

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UPDATED: One to hospital after van, car crash on Highway 13

Updated at 12:52 p.m. with names, details CEDAR RAPIDS – Authorities said one person was hurt in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning on Highway 13 near Mount Vernon Road. Deputies and firefighters responded around 7:40 a.m. after a car and … Continue reading

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Linn Co Sheriff addresses sexual assault near Prairieburg

PRAIRIEBURG – Although Linn County deputies believe the public is not in danger, a notice was sent out regarding a sexual assault that took place at a residence in northeastern Linn County, reminding people to lock their doors. According to … Continue reading

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Two hurt in crash at Springville corner

Updated at 11:29 a.m. with conditions SPRINGVILLE – Two people were hurt in a crash along Highway 151 on Sunday near Springville. Justin McFarland, 19, of Marion, was northbound in a car around 6:25 p.m. when he turned left into … Continue reading

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County authorities investigate string of burglaries

IOWA CITY – Authorities in four Eastern Iowa counties are putting their heads together to investigate a rash of  break-ins taking place at nearly eight small businesses beginning late Sunday night. Sometime between late Sunday night and early Monday morning, … Continue reading

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One hurt when car crashes into utility pole

CEDAR RAPIDS – Authorities said a Cedar Rapids woman was hurt in a single-vehicle accident Wednesday afternoon. Amanda L. Christopherson, 21, of Cedar Rapids, was westbound around 4:25 p.m. when she lost control of her car on a curve in … Continue reading

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Deputies to start patrol for “Operation Night Owl” this weekend

LINN COUNTY – This weekend Linn County Sheriff’s deputies will be participating in a saturation patrol push to reduce the number of serious evening and early-morning crashes. According to a news release, “Operation Night Owl” is a statewide prevention effort … Continue reading

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