Cedar Rapids casino study questions added revenue
Two market studies for a proposed Linn County casino estimate it would mainly draw patrons from existing Iowa venues rather than create new statewide gaming. The $275 million Cedar Crossing project would include 700 slots, 22 tables, restaurants, bars, a 1500 seat venue, an arts center and a STEM lab.
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Carter lauded for humility and service at funeral
Washington funeral honors Jimmy Carter for humility and public service. President Biden delivered a eulogy at National Cathedral with living successors in attendance. Carter's grandson, who died before him, drew personal tributes amid pageantry uncommon for the former president.
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Cedar Rapids reports drop in violent crime for 2024
Cedar Rapids police chief David Dostal cites technology including license plate readers as a factor in lowering violent crime to 365 cases in 2024 from 434 in 2023, with one murder and fewer shots fired. Community involvement is highlighted as part of the decline.
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Lawmakers to reconsider pesticide lawsuit shield
Iowa lawmakers prepare to revisit a bill that would shield Bayer from lawsuits over Roundup if label warnings meet federal standards. Critics argue the measure would bar claims from cancer patients and farmers exposed to glyphosate, limiting redress for alleged health harms.
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Legislative preview series topics list
A sequence of planned topics for a legislative preview series outlines daily themes such as property taxes citizens guide to the Legislature voting K-12 education state agency proposals agriculture environment higher education demographics of the public in upcoming installments. The list suggests coverage over multiple days with weeks’ focus shifts and recurring preview angles on policy areas and public service topics.
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