Mistrial request denied in Cedar Rapids attempted murder case
Errol Decker 43 of Cedar Rapids faces charges of attempted murder burglary and willful injury after a jury trial in Linn County. His attorney argued insanity and diminished responsibility due to untreated paranoid schizophrenia. The judge allowed some testimony and denied the mistrial request despite new witness Ted Dunkel.
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Staed Announces Race for House District 37 Seat
Democrat Art Staed, a 56 year old Roosevelt Middle School social studies teacher, joins the race for the Cedar Rapids northeast district once held by retiring Republican Rep. Jeff Elgin. Staed aims to boost education and health care while restoring fiscal responsibility. Republican Andy Anderson also launches for Elgin's seat. Elgin said June 20 he would not seek another term.
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Two Injured in Iowa City Motorcycle Crash
Jay Monna Han 24 and Theresa Anderson 21, both of Iowa City, were hurt when a car struck their motorcycle on Highway 1 about 11:45 p.m. near milepost 1. The driver, John Marlin 28 of Amana, was cited for failing to stop in time, state patrol reported.
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Biodiesel push travels coast to coast to urge automakers
A cross country bus tour by Energy Action college students promotes biodiesel and clean fuel vehicles. The group collects 12000 signatures for petitions to General Motors Ford Motor Co DaimlerChrysler and the United Auto Workers while touring from Knoxville to Detroit for a four day rally culminating in petition delivery.
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Wandering Child Leads to Endangerment Charges
Valerie J. Horton, 24, of Iowa City, was charged with child endangerment and marijuana possession after her 4-year-old nephew wandered the streets. Police say Horton was responsible for watching the child and was found smoking marijuana at her residence when officers arrived. the incident occurred Tuesday. Endangerment is an aggravated misdemeanor when no harm occurred.
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Public Safety and Drug Possession Penalties Outlined
The notice states public safety violations carry up to two years in jail and a $5,000 fine. Drug possession is a serious misdemeanor with up to one year in jail and a $1,500 fine.
Man Accused of Beating Another With Pool Cue in Bar Fight
Dominic T. Axton 27 of Iowa City faces a felony willful injury charge after a Downtown bar fight at Brother's Bar & Grill. He allegedly beat a person with a pool cue on Sunday at 125 S. Dubuque St, causing severe cuts needing medical attention.
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Axton
Ash St
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Iowa City Police Report Details Charge and Bail
Iowa City police reported an offense punishable by up to five years in prison and a $7 500 fine Axton was released Tuesday on his own recognizance AP notes the information.
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Iowa City man pleads guilty in Colorado poaching case
Brent B. Waters 24 of Iowa City admitted to transporting illegally obtained trophy elk and aiding and abetting in transporting antelope from two Colorado protected areas in July and September 2001. The heads and antlers were returned to Iowa City, valued about 14000 dollars. Each charge is a misdemeanor with up to one year prison, five years probation, and 100000 dollars fine. prosecutors seek leniency due to the guilty plea.
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