Tax change for credit unions dominates debate in Iowa
Iowa lawmakers debated tax reform with banks and credit unions clashing over provisions not in the main bill. Credit unions argue they pay taxes on reserves and pose no threat to banks, while bankers seek an end to favored tax treatment for credit unions. The controversy centers on HSB 671 tied to Gov. Reynolds tax plan.
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Cedar Rapids angler seeks trout at Prairie Park Fishery
Ken Williams of Cedar Rapids fishes for trout at Prairie Park Fishery in southeast Cedar Rapids on Monday. He aims to fish at least weekly. Amy Lovseth of Marion pushes her daughter Madelyn and friend Cora Thompson on a sled at Squaw Creek Park in Marion on Monday, enjoying the winterhill.
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FBI raids Trump attorney offices in Manhattan over Cohen records
The FBI seized privileged communications between Donald Trump lawyer Michael Cohen and related documents, including a $130,000 Stormy Daniels payment, intensifying the federal investigation into the Trump orbit and possible obstruction. Cohen is described as Trump’s trusted confidant and gatekeeper of his secrets.
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University of Iowa moves toward settlement with contractor
University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld reached an agreement in principle to settle a dispute with Modern Piping Inc over a nearly 21.5 million arbitration award tied to the new children s hospital and Hancher Auditorium. The university filed a suit the prior month to vacate the arbitration ruling.
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Senators Press Trump to Pause Biofuel Waivers for Refineries
Five Republican senators led by Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst urge President Trump to suspend EPA waivers that exempt small refineries from the Renewable Fuel Standard. They say the exemptions undermine ethanol goals supported by the administration.
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