Boston Marathon thrives with strong security and revelry
On Patriots Day the 118th Boston Marathon drew record crowds amid tight security, with 32,408 runners starting and spectators packing Boylston, Kenmore Square, and Fenway. A moment of silence honored bombing victims as officials anticipated up to a million onlookers while police, dogs, cameras, and bag checks guarded the finish line.
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Iowa Senate eyed to subpoena Branstad admin probes
Des Moines Hatch says Senate will consider giving the Government Oversight Committee subpoena power to compel testimony and pursue confidential settlements and Branstad affairs. Mossman confirms audit work on settlements with possible AG involvement. Democrats push openness bills, hearings continue this week.
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PERB member avoids commenting on chairman's allegations
Iowa Public Employment Relations Board member Jamie Van Fossen says he will not comment on accusations by outgoing chair James Riordan that Gov Branstad aides pressured the board to hire judge Robert Wilson. Riordan accuses political interference while Branstad's office denies the charges and notes budget changes and released emails.
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