Police Captain Sues City Over Nepotism Policy
Cedar Rapids police Capt. David Johnson files a lawsuit against the city alleging policies that favor relatives. Related items note a second suit tied to an ADM plant death in 1988 and a theft accusation at Collins Credit Union. Robert Burns, Johnson County supervisor, hints at political plans. Comedian David Parsons entertains Hancher crowd with humor and movement.
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David Johnson
City of
Cedar Rapids
U I Ranks 15th in Federal Research Funding
Central City notes a milestone as girls basketball coach Bob Mullen earns his 900th career victory. The item highlights the University of Illinois ranking among public universities for federal research dollars.
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U of I
Central City
Bob Mullen
Farm credit worker voices concern over farmland values
A farm credit worker expresses concern about declining farmland values amid ongoing market shifts. The article notes his troubled outlook and potential implications for farmers and lending practices.
Kidnapping Joke Sparks Layered Classroom Chuckle
A lighthearted quip jokes about kidnapping as a serious offense, noting it would be doubly risky if the kid were caught napping during class. The line blends humor with a cautionary undertone about safety in school settings.
Soviet Troops Enter Baku Amid Street Battles
Soviet forces broke through blockades in Baku killing at least seven in overnight street fighting. Militants and residents battled near the Communist Party headquarters as troops moved in from the north and a military base. Two clashes were reported, with several dead and wounded hospitalized.
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Moscow
Baku
Azerbaijan
Tass
Leila Unusova
Azerbaijani Social Democrat Group
Communist Party
Associated Press
Baku Military Academy
Iowa Road Crews Brace For Heavy Snow Storm
Eastern Iowa faces a winter storm with 3 to 7 inches expected in east central areas while northeast Iowa bears the brunt. National Weather Service warns of freezing rain and slick roads as crews monitor the storm's track and prepare equipment for possible highway conditions.
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Vennzee Olson
Vurny
Iowa
National Weather Service
Kansas
Nebraska
Anay
Tim Unash
Cedar Rapids
Washington mayor Marion Barry faces drug possession charge
Mayor Marion Barry was formally charged with drug possession after an FBI sting in a Washington hotel. A videotape reportedly shows Barry smoking crack cocaine. Barry turned over most duties to an aide while retaining veto power and the ability to sign contracts.
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Washington (Ap
Marion Barry
FBI
Barry
Jesse Jackson
Washington
McMartin case shapes Iowa officials' views on child abuse probes
Linn County Attorney Denver Dillard says the McMartin preschool case is a textbook example of how not to interview child witnesses. Sue Tesdahl of St Luke's Center warns of a backlash as day care and nursery settings fear future prosecutions and longer victim testimony costs in Eastern Iowa.
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Acove
Wii
Linn County
Denver Dillard
McMartin
Los Angeles
Sue Tesdahl
St. Luke’s
Tesday
San Diego
Dillard
Raymond Buckey
Peggy McMartin Buckey
House Extends Smoking Limits to Restaurants in Iowa
Iowa House approves a bill extending clean indoor air rules to restaurants. Designated smoking areas required for venues over 50 seats or 250 square feet, with a $25 fine. Senate chances seen rising after 65 22 vote and backing from leaders.
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John Kirsch
Des Moines
House
Senate
C.W
Bill” Hutchins
Daudubon
Marion
Mary Lundby
Hutchins
Iowa
Rep
Johnie Hammond
D-Ames
Lundby
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Jekyll and Hyde
Cheryl Ladd
Michael Caine
Page
Elizabeth Montgomery
Robert Foxworth
ADM
Collins Credit Union
Owa City
Johnson County
Robert Burns
David Parsons
Hancher
the Gazette
Ee People
U.S
District of Columbia
U.S. District Court
Washington, D.C
D.C
Rasheeda Moore
Moore
California
Washington Times
Hammond
Daniel Jay
D-Moulton
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