Monarch may move to endangered list
U S officials moved a proposal to designate the monarch butterfly as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. If finalized, the orange and black insect would join a small group of species protected nationwide, affecting landowners across its 48 state range. Scientists cite logging, grassland loss, pesticide use, and climate change as driving declines, urging action to reverse the trend.
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Cedar Rapids parents urge board to slow Pathways rollout
Cedar Rapids parent Brooke Oja filed a petition with nearly 600 signatures asking the school board to slow implementation of the College and Career Pathways program. Iowa law requires a hearing within 30 days if the petition meets eligibility. The next board meeting is Jan 13 2025 as officials review the petition and await guidance.
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Change.org
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Indiana man found guilty in revenge murder case
John son County jurors deliberated nearly four hours before convicting Renard Winfield Jr. of first degree murder for a revenge plot that lured Iowa City man Tommy Curry to his death. Winfield, 32, of Gary, Ind., faces life without parole. Trial began December 3 at Johnson County District Court.
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