Iowa Senate backs permit requirement for traffic cameras
The Iowa Senate sent House File 2681 to Gov. Reynolds, mandating local governments obtain an Iowa DOT permit before installing automated traffic cameras on state highways. Cedar Rapids and Marion would need state approval for existing systems, with fines limited to 10 mph over the limit and warnings for small towns. Revenue from cameras in Cedar Rapids was $7.2 million for 2025, funding police posts and provider costs.
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House
Kim Reynolds
Iowa Department of Transportation
Bar Rapids
Marion
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Community letter against new forest land tax in Iowa
A reader protests an Iowa Legislature move to tax forest land slated as tax dollars fund a CO2 pipeline and eminent domain. The letter warns landowners may log century old oaks to cover costs and urges senators to oppose the bill protecting trees and natural resources.
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Abortion Crime Link Debated In Harrop Column
Harrop surveys the Freakonomics abortion theory and its critics, noting racial overtones and differing explanations for crime declines. She cites Levitt’s testable predictions, counterarguments about policing and no fault divorce, and recalls a tragic park shooting to emphasize complexity and human impact.
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Steven Levitt
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Mehdi Hasan
Guttmacher Institute
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Civic engagement grows from bridging divides and climate talks
Sam Daley-Harris reflects on how activism counters loneliness and polarization. He highlights Bill Barron in Utah and Wyoming, who moved from nonpartisan climate discussions to organizing chapters and engaging unlikely allies, showing citizens awakening to influence. Barron’s experience shows respectful dialogue can unite diverse views and spur action.
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