MOAB used in Afghanistan strike targets ISIS tunnels
The United States dropped the Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb on an Islamic State cave and tunnel complex in Achin district Nangarhar Province to clear obstacles for advancing Afghan and U S forces. Army Gen Nicholson said bunkers were thickened defenses. No civilian casualties reported. The attack occurred near Shogal with no immediate civilian losses. The strike followed the death of Army Staff Sgt Mark R De Alencar, first American service member killed in Afghanistan this year.
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King says Trump risks base over immigration in Iowa
U S Rep Steve King warns Trump may lose ardent supporters if he does not advance immigration goals including repeal of DACA and DAPA. He backs a border wall but questions plans to remove Assad without a post conflict plan. He suggests funding a wall via U S revenue and other streams.
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Casinos plan market studies for Cedar Rapids proposals
The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission selected White Sand Gaming of Atlantic City and Marquette Advisors of Minneapolis to conduct market studies for Cedar Rapids casino licenses. They will be paid $93,000 and $85,100 respectively, as the panel outlined a timeline including presentations in Altoona, site visits, and a November vote on the three applications from Wild Rose Cedar Rapids and Cedar Crossing Central and Cedar Crossing on the River.
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Local newsroom tips line available in Iowa cities
Readers can call Cedar Rapids at 319 398 8254 or Iowa City at 319 339 3155, or reach toll free 1 800 397 8212 to share tips for stories and photos with the newsroom.
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