Social Security change alarms Iowa seniors and lawmakers
Iowa senior advocates warn a chained CPI plan to calculate future Social Security cost of living adjustments would cut benefits. Democratic lawmakers oppose, while supporters argue it better reflects price shifts. critics say it undercuts retirees' rising health care costs.
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F-16s to be removed from Des Moines base under deal
A deal by U S House and Senate negotiators will move all 21 F-16 jets from the Des Moines Air National Guard Base. The base stays open with few job cuts, replacing the 132nd Fighter Wing with a remotely piloted unit and shifting aircraft elsewhere, possibly overseas. Congressional action on the defense bill could wrap up this week with Obama anticipated to sign. Iowa lawmakers oppose the move and may oppose the conference report.
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Flu and stomach flu both circulating in Iowa health update
Iowa reports widespread influenza activity with 23 hospitalizations and 14 schools over 10 percent absenteeism. Norovirus, called stomach flu, is also present but unrelated to influenza. vaccination remains advised for protection, though it does not prevent norovirus.
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