Ethan Stein
Investigative Reporter
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Ethan Stein reports for KCRG-TV9 News and is part of the i9 investigative unit.
Ethan is from Long Island, New York, but is no stranger to the Midwest. He worked for three years as a Multimedia Journalist, Producer, Anchor and Digital Producer at KOMU in Columbia, Missouri. There he did several Target 8 investigations, including one where he uncovered millions of dollars hidden in city funds that led to an audit for the city's finance and utility departments.
He was a national semifinalist in the 60th annual Heart Journalism Awards for Television while graduating from the University of Missouri School of Journalism with degrees in Convergence Television Reporting and Political Science.
When not researching a story, he is complaining about the New York Jets or watching the Knicks break his heart. Send all tips and book recommendations to Ethan.Stein@kcrg.com or through Facebook or Twitter
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Our KCRG-TV9 i9 Investigative Team found districts commonly allow staff members under investigation for sexual or physical assault to resign, rather than face a termination process.
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The deadline to raise the debt ceiling is now pushed back to June 5.
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Regardless of their age, many buildings in eastern Iowa are not required to have inspections for structural issues.
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City and county assessors across Iowa are struggling to verify an applicant’s age.
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Two Assessors: The situation isn’t unusual.
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A report from the nonprofit research organization said only 8 states lose more of their college graduates than Iowa.
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Less than 10% of the groups signed up in the city’s “Adopt a Road” program fulfilled their commitment
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The store said construction led to a drop in sales of around 40%.
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Other damage included tree branches and fences knocked down
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she also doesn’t support Congress adding ethical rules to the Supreme Court and floated the idea of instituting a work requirement for SNAP
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A former Iowa Board of Parole member said several problems exist within the state agency, which oversees early releases.
An original version of the bill didn’t include the carve-out for homes within city limits
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Some communities, like Clayton, are beginning the initial steps of cleaning up flood preparations. However, other communities are still flooded like Abel Island
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Officer Kyle Howe was placed on administrative after our KCRG-TV9 i9 Investigative Team published a video of an arrest
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Crews are continuing to prepare for the crest of the Mississippi River across Iowa, which includes cities like McGregor.
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State officials are asking for a state investigation into child labor allegation
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Tuition at some schools will increase by 40% or 30%.
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The complex has received millions in city and federal money
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The officer is on administrative leave while a third party is investigating the arrest.
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A spokesperson said the age requirement for police officers within state law didn’t apply to Cedar Rapids Police Chief Wayne Jerman.
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The third-party company recommended placing the officer on modified leave.
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The increase in assessed value will affect how property tax bills are calculated throughout the state
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The video shows a police officer pushing a woman into a car while she is on the phone.
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The inmate is now suing Tama County for damages and changes to jail policies.
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Early dismissals are common for winter storms, but not severe weather.
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According to the forecast, the possibility exists for large hail, damaging winds and a few tornadoes.
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The nonprofit received around $990,000 in COVID-19 relief funds for the new building.
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Wallace was arrested in relation to a targeted shooting in November.
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Pate (R) said there aren’t enough states left to make the tool useful on Twitter.
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“As prices go up, it’s just a supply and demand,” she said. “So as space fills up the prices get more expensive and it’s just a matter of you snooze you lose.”
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The lack of a deadline allowed hundreds of campaigns to not pay fines,
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A man paroled around 10 times is now accused of kidnapping and killing a 10-year-old girl.
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The Iowa House has still not voted on the bill as of Thursday, which would send it to Governor Kim Reynolds’ (R) desk.
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The citations were originally labeled as serious.
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The NewBo City Market is a taxpayer-supported nonprofit, which helps small businesses grow in Cedar Rapids.
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CPI: Inflation dropped in the United States for the 8th straight month
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According to the FDIC, Silicon Valley and Signature Bank are the first two banks to close since 2020.
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Senate File 478 would change how the State Auditor’s Office is able to get documents for an investigation.
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Both claim three alternates made parole decisions, which violates Iowa law.
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According to Iowa law, inmates with mandatory minimums aren’t eligible for parole. However, the Waterloo man earned parole.
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A new bill would allow the governor to directly appoint the director for the Iowa Department for the Blind.
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Cedar Rapids Police first became aware of the free program from a TV9 story.
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Notifications were sent to nearly 5,000 possible creditors.
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A search warrant for Burkahlter’s phone said the victim initially reported sexual misconduct to the hospital in 2021.
"I’ve been here for 15 years. But, I’ve never seen anything like it.”
According to court documents, Moxie Solar owes money to more than 4,600 people or businesses.
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Ingredion said glucose was released due to equipment failure.
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Agreements to use land for more than 60% of the proposed project are signed.
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The nonprofit, CSPS, said it’s looking to find ways to make itself more financially stable.
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The two former officials face a possible $1.4 Million restitution
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