Arrest in Washington High fight prompts discipline hearings
One student was arrested and six face disciplinary hearings after an after school fight at Cedar Rapids Washington High School. Joanna Kennedy, 17, was charged with simple assault and released to a parent. Police say further arrests are not yet made, and security was increased at the school.
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Slovak U18 Team Visits Cedar Rapids For Exhibition
Slovak Republic Under-18 National Select Team tours the National Czech and Slovak Museum in Cedar Rapids before facing the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders at 7 tonight. Tickets are 4.50 with 3.50 for coat and two cans donations. Players express excitement about American culture and the Midwest trip.
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Keegan Trial Close Focuses on Intent and Theft
Attorneys clashed over Keegan's role in a robbery. Mark Brown argued Keegan participated only in a theft citing Brandy Byrd as the real actor and diminished capacity due to ADHD. Keast countered that Keegan had opportunities to avoid robbery and was capable of forming intent.
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Wells murder trial brings refuge and meals for family
Victims advocates arrange daily meals for Greg Wells' relatives in Linn County Attorney’s Office during David Keegan's trial. Local restaurants donate about 600 dollars worth of food as the family awaits verdict, aided by the Survivors of Homicide Victims group and county officials.
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Budget cuts threaten patient care amid MHI restructuring
The Legislature's panel proposed 100 million in savings but did not name two institutes to close. Mount Pleasant and Independence faced budget cuts of 12 and 6.5 percent, respectively, with Independence reducing beds and staff to 292 FTEs. The pair warn closing two MHIs may not save as much as consolidating services and stress the safety-net role.
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UI Students Nix Call to Boycott Hawkeye Basketball
UISG rejected a resolution urging a boycott of UI men’s basketball games over Pierre Pierce’s case. The debate centered on punishing the team and athletic department, with sponsors arguing allegiances to Hawkeyes. Pierce pleaded guilty to assault causing injury and will redshirt this season while remaining enrolled.
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Dubuque Voters Approve 1 Percent Sales Tax Increase
Dubuque County voters approved a 1 percent sales tax to fund area schools. The measure passed 8 907 to 8 381 with about 32 percent turnout, raising the county rate from 6 to 7 percent and expected to generate about $100 million for two districts. Exemptions apply to food and other items. Funds largely go to facility needs and ADA compliance, including a new middle school and upgrades.
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