Iowa gas tax a year later funds drive road work statewide
One year after Iowa boosted the gas tax by 10 cents a gallon, the extra revenue has injected hundreds of millions into state and local road construction budgets. Through December the increase yielded 150 million, with projections of 213 million in the first full fiscal year, aiding state projects 101 million, counties 70 million, and cities 42 million. Local officials say funds are being used to address critical road needs and that driving levels have not notably changed despite lower fuel prices.
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Democrats eye chance against Grassley in Iowa Senate race
Iowa Democrats grow restless over Senate actions after Republicans refuse hearings on a Supreme Court nominee. With Grassley seeking a seventh term, figures like Tom Fiegen and Patty Judge are floated as potential challengers amid national outrage over the Scalia vacancy.
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Super Tuesday showdown tests Trump and rivals across 11 states
Trump faces a pivotal Super Tuesday as 11 states vote shaping the path to the GOP nomination. Rubio and Cruz seek survival amid pressure over tax returns and public scrutiny while Clinton eyes momentum for Democrats. Cruz argues Trump hides bombshells in returns as Rubio positions as mainstream alternative.
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