Iowa motorists urged to drive safely during Labor Day weekend
As a busy Labor Day weekend looms, Iowa DOT and State Patrol warn of higher traffic and dangerous conditions. Officials urge slower speeds, attention to signs, and avoidance of distracted driving, with enforcement targeting speeding and cell phone use. Data shows Iowa road fatalities down 16 percent year to date. Hands-free law proposals gain support.
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Fifth Safe Haven infant relinquished in Iowa this year
A baby girl born July 30 was surrendered under Iowa Safe Haven Law and is in the care of the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services. This marks the fifth Safe Haven Baby relinquished in Iowa this year. The infant will be placed with foster families until a permanent home is found. The law allows crisis parents to relinquish infants up to 90 days old at designated safe havens such as hospitals and police or fire stations.
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Contagious COVID-19 Strains Emerge Ahead of Wave
LA scientists warn of new subvariant XEC gaining ground as KP.3.1.1 remains the most common nationwide with 42.2 percent of samples. experts say vaccines, while not perfectly matched to XEC, remain more protective than last year’s shot. Dr. Eric Topol notes XEC is just starting and may take weeks to influence cases.
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