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The latest Weather coverage for Cedar Rapids and Linn County.

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31d ago1 minBy Jordan Beck

Pleasant July weather in Cedar Rapids to give way to 90s heat

A brief stretch of comfortable temperatures will end this weekend as high humidity and temperatures near 100 degrees arrive in Linn County.

Weather31d ago1 minBy Jordan Beck

Showers Friday, heat and severe-storm risk expected this weekend

Cedar Rapids and Linn County will see a quick shift from cooler weather to Sunday heat and a First Alert Day for possible overnight storms.

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Weather35d ago1 minBy Jordan Beck

Wildfire smoke pushes Linn County air quality to unhealthy levels

Cedar Rapids and surrounding areas saw AQI readings as high as 153 on July 20 as smoke from Canada and Minnesota fires lingered.

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Weather35d ago1 minBy Jordan Beck

Storms damage trees and buildings in eastern Iowa

A photo gallery documents wind damage near Aplington and Austinville from Monday's storms.

Weather41d ago1 minBy Jordan Beck

Cedar Rapids closes Otis Road SE segment over flood concerns

The closure between 76th Avenue SE and the Linn County line took effect July 15.

Weather42d ago1 minBy Jordan Beck

Heat advisory keeps eastern Iowa near 100-degree index through Wednesday

Scattered showers Friday offer little relief from the multi-day stretch of high heat and humidity.

Weather42d ago1 minBy Jordan Beck

Road buckles on Waverly street amid intense heat

Bremer County officials urge caution for eastern Iowa drivers as high temperatures persist.

Weather42d ago1 minBy Jordan Beck

Black Hawk Park closed due to Cedar River flooding

The Cedar Falls park remains closed after the river crested just under moderate flood stage on July 12.

WeatherBreaking ·52d ago1 minBy Jordan Beck

Flood watch issued for Linn County through July 4 evening as heavy rain threatens flash flooding

The National Weather Service warns of excessive rainfall that could cause flash flooding of rivers, creeks, and urban areas in Linn County until 10 p.m. July 4.