Iowa Bill Would Redirect Traffic Camera Revenue
A Des Moines House subcommittee approved a bill to divert speed and red light camera revenue from cities to the state road fund. Sponsor Rep. Walt Rogers criticizes cameras as an affront to liberty and seeks limited action this year.
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Audit exposes plant official misuses by Coggon board
Audit finds Coggon officials misspent funds for years due to board oversight gaps. The report details how lax controls allowed ongoing misuse, prompting scrutiny of local governance and financial management.
Glenns celebrate six-year milestone after cancer diagnosis
Paul and Shari Glenn mark six years together after a 2006 kidney cancer diagnosis, defying medical expectations. The couple plans a Valentine’s Day celebration as they reflect on their journey and resilience.
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Self-storage boom drives a 22 billion industry nationwide
Alburnett eyes team glory at state wrestling tournament in Des Moines as the traditional event kicks off Thursday with the two day competition.
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Obama urges Congress to back jobs plans in State of the Union
President Obama delivers a first term victory State of the Union urging a divided Congress to back government funded jobs and middle class priorities while criticizing GOP deficit ideas. He says the economy remains fragile with unemployment high and signals 34 000 troops will withdraw from Afghanistan within a year.
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Cedar Rapids Police Plan Gun Buyback to Reduce Violence
Cedar Rapids Police Chief Wayne Jerman proposed a spring gun buyback aimed at cutting gun violence. The plan, discussed with the City Council, seeks donations from local businesses and would target removing firearms from the streets. Jerman cited recent arrests and rising drunken driving injuries and fatalities as part of broader safety efforts.
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