Open gate at Cedar Rapids airport prompts FAA security action
The FAA labels an open gate to taxiway areas at Cedar Rapids airport a serious security violation. The agency may seek a $107,000 fine based on seven days of flights, though airport officials propose a $500 settlement.
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Hawaii
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U.S
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Reynolds
Jury Deliberations Continue in Williams Rioting Trial
Edward Williams, 26, faces rioting charges for May 20 1978 clashes outside the L and H Lounge in Cedar Rapids. Jurors heard closing arguments and will decide if Williams joined a violent crowd or acted lawfully based on witness testimony and police accounts.
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Linn District Court
Williams
Cedar Rapids
L and H
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Westle
Cleo Suter
Virgil Dugan
Cedar Rapids approves 911 emergency phone system
Cedar Rapids Public Safety Commissioner Floyd Bergen secured a 5 0 city council vote for implementing a 911 emergency system. The plan aims for an April rollout aligned with Marion and Linn County, with no new staff required and potential attrition if staff is reduced. Total setup is $15227 with about $700 monthly maintenance.
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Marion
Linn County
High Court rules against Cedar Rapids man in murder charge case
Iowa Supreme Court rules Linn County assistant prosecutor immune from civil liability for pursuing a murder charge against Eldon Burr without sufficient evidence. The ruling upholds dismissal of Burr’s suit against Linn County and other officials for false arrest and malicious prosecution. Burr had alleged poisoning candy used to harm his wife Theda. evidence lacked. Also notes Nelson Rockefeller was confirmed vice president in 1974.
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Supreme Court
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Iowa Court of Appeals
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