U.S. spies deny illegal surveillance as hearings probe NSA CIA
Washington hearing features CIA chief George Tenet and NSA director Lt Gen Michael Hayden denying illegal domestic spying. lawmakers press for oversight while NSA defends legality and rejects rumors of blanket data collection.
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County weighs five year care facility contract changes
Barron says cost details missing in two management proposals for Linn County care facility. Abbe would extend a nonprofit contract started in 1987. ResCare faces union concerns and unknown costs. Committee found Abbe too costly but residents and workers weigh care quality.
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Vernon Hunstad
Cedar Rapids
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Legislature debates funding mix for school and infrastructure
Lawmakers edge toward a $76.4 million infrastructure budget as amendments narrow the Millennium Fund pool. After closed doors, a vote restored the ending balance for bonding authority. The plan includes funding for university projects, a Des Moines judicial building, and a state public safety complex.
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Settlement details in Iowa alcohol case after tractor crash
Olson, 43, pleads guilty to drunken driving after a 0.233 blood alcohol level and is serving 7 1 2 years in Oakdale. The accident near Urbana damaged cars and mailboxes, injuring Doubek, 47, who will receive a $2.9 million annuity for lifelong care at Tangram Rehabilitation Network after a settlement.
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