Iowa Workforce Development Leader Denies Dysfunctions Amid Budget Woes
Des Moines Bureau Teresa Wahlert rejects claims of a hostile work environment since 2011 and argues reforms improved efficiency and accountability. She cites budget pressures from the federal level, plans to fill fraud and judge roles, and a chart showing more appeal decisions in favor of claimants while defending minimal overpayments to 85 recipients. Critics question transparency after a March glitch.
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Department of Labor
Senate Government Oversight Committee
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Bill Dotzler
D-Waterloo
Iowa House to Probe Crime Victim Aid Grants
The Iowa House Committee will hold a Sept. 8 hearing to examine the Crime Victim Assistance Division of Attorney General Tom Miller's office. Rep. Kevin Koester said the probe will assess administrative practices and whether taxpayer money is spent wisely and reach victims in need. Geoff Greenwood defended the program as a national model.
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Taste of Iowa City Grill Fireworks on Washington Street
Bo James and Luis Garcia grill hot dogs and hamburgers on Washington Street during the annual Taste of Iowa City festival highlighting local flavors and community turnout.
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Luis Garcia
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Iowa City
Kilburg gets 235 months for felon in possession and NFA weapons
Terrance Kilburg pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of firearms and ammunition and to possessing unregistered NFA weapons. He admitted to 15 firearms including two sawed off shotguns and allowed meth production on his property. He fled justice, was captured in Michigan, and sentenced to 235 months with three years supervised release.
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Bellevue
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