Kat Russell, The Gazette

Kat Russell

The Gazette

Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

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Past articles by Kat:

Ammo shortage puts hunters, sellers and police in a pinch

The ammunition shortage became pronounced across that nation in the past year as the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted supply chains at the same time that guns purchases soared. → Read More

Ammo shortage put hunters, sellers and police in a pinch

The ammunition shortage became pronounced across that nation in the past year as the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted supply chains at the same time that guns purchases soared. → Read More

Linn Co. jail releasing inmates due to rising COVID-19 cases in its dormitory-style cells

According to a news release from the Linn County Sheriff’s Office, there are currently 18 inmates who have tested positive for COVID-19, and an additional 19 inmates who have had possible exposure to the virus and are in quarantine awaiting test results. → Read More

3 semis crash near Springville, injuring one driver

Deputies said semi driver, Michael Lacourciere, 60, of Morton, Illinois, triggered a three-semi wreck Wednesday morning on Hwy. 151 West when he stopped on the roadway in a one-lane construction zone, then pulled onto the shoulder and began to back up. → Read More

COVID-19 hospitalizations in Iowa exceed 600, ICU beds dwindle

According to the Iowa Department of public health, 638 people were hospitalized with the virus as of Wednesday, the highest number recorded since Dec. 23 when 644 people were hospitalized. → Read More

Complaint: Dubuque teen allegedly shot at occupied car in Cedar Rapids at least 7 times

Police said 18-year-old Timothy D. Christmas fired at least seven shots at a vehicle that was occupied by three people. The criminal complaint does not specify whether anyone was injured. → Read More

Several rounds fired at ‘young male’ in southwest Cedar Rapids, police say

Police said witnesses reported seeing a “young male” walking on J Street SW when two individuals got out of a vehicle, fired several rounds at him, then got back into the vehicle and fled. → Read More

Marion man shot with stun gun, arrested following standoff with police

Police said Reynolds claimed he was armed with an AK-47 and a sawed-off shotgun and made multiple threats to assault and kill officers while hiding in an abandoned trailer during a standoff Sunday with Marion Police officers. → Read More

Iowa City man arrested following high-speed chase in Linn County

The driver led state troopers on a chase through Linn County that reached speeds of more than 120 mph. When apprehended, the driver told police he fled because he did not have a valid driver’s license. → Read More

Man arrested following shooting at Redmond Park, police say

Police said 23-year-old Sumani Husseini Muya allegedly fired a semiautomatic handgun at another man Monday afternoon at Redmond Park. Muya was arrested in the area following a short foot pursuit. → Read More

Cedar Rapids man arrested following shots fired incident in northeast Cedar Rapids

Police said officers were called just after 9 p.m. to the 1700 block of C Avenue NE for reports of gunfire. When they arrived, officers encountered a man – later identified as Handley – running from the 1700-block alleyway between C and D avenues. → Read More

New Hiawatha Public Safety Training Facility complete and ready for use

The 7,200-square-foot building houses a new gym and physical training facility, a classroom and a garage that houses the department’s seven police cruisers, an operations trailer, some city vehicles and some other equipment. → Read More

Especially for You race returns to Cedar Rapids for 31st year

The Especially for You Race Against Breast Cancer will be held Oct. 3. The race raises funds to provide breast and gynecological cancer screening and diagnostic services to underinsured, uninsured and financially disadvantaged people. → Read More

North Liberty moving forward with plans for new city hall

In addition to the new roughly 17,000-square-foot City Hall building, North Liberty has opted to add a “pedestrian plaza” to the civic campus plan. → Read More

Suspect identified in fatal shooting at apartment building in southwest Cedar Rapids

Police say 44-year-old Nestor Lagunes Dominguez should be considered armed and dangerous. He is accused of shooting and killing Jose Florentino Ramirez Landin Sunday in the 4000 block of 21st Avenue SW. → Read More

Man charged with attempted murder after stabbing in northwest Cedar Rapids

Police said Kendall C. Johnson, 36, of Cedar Rapids, stabbed a 35-year-old man at least eight times in the neck, torso and extremities during an altercation last week at a residence in northwest Cedar Rapids. → Read More

Wapsipinicon crests at 14.75 feet in Independence, causing minimal damage

FEMA bought 90 homes along river after ‘500-year flood’ in 1999 → Read More

Iowans stepping up to help Louisiana recovery after Hurricane Ida

The Red Cross, Alliant Energy and MidAmerican Energy all said they are sending volunteers, crews and resources to help Louisiana with recovery efforts. → Read More

19-year-old stole multiple Apple products from Best Buy, police say

Police said 19-year-old Caleb Solomon walked into Best Buy in northeast Cedar Rapids and concealed multiple Apple product floor models on his person and walked out of the store without paying. → Read More

40-year-old man fatally shot Saturday at apartment in southwest Cedar Rapids

Police said Jose Florentino Ramirez Landin suffered life-threatening gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. → Read More