Rising robocall complaints draw expert debate in Iowa
Iowa residents on the Do Not Call Registry filed 30,737 complaints in the last budget year up from 19,650 in 2011 and 12,089 in 2010. Experts say illegal calls use new methods while backing a do not call tool is tough to implement due to First Amendment issues and carrier incentives. Johnson and Jacobson warn against overreach and urge enforcement, while the FTC says its database aids trend spotting and law enforcement.
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University of Iowa
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Iowa mental health funding wanes amid regional shift
Iowa officials report funding cuts threaten crisis intervention efforts as counties move to a regional system. Ames officials credit a local crisis unit with diverting at risk individuals, while Sheriff Fitzgerald criticizes jail reliance for mental health care. Foundation 2 Crisis Center sees rising crisis calls and warns of gun permit law constraints.
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Iowa moves toward school pay reform with targeted February goal
The task force pushes a new pay system for teachers as critics voice limited opposition. Governor Branstad aims to finish the reform package by February with funding set by mid April. Education leaders pledge rapid committee work while parents raise concerns over the diversity policy and board trust.
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Dear Abby on anger management guidance for a student
A reader from Herndon Virginia asks how to handle impulsive anger that disrupts studies. Dear Abby explains anger is normal and should be expressed constructively, with early recognition and controlled statements to release pressure.
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Iowa and Mega Millions Lotto Results January 22
The Tuesday drawing list shows Cash Game numbers 5 11 17 28 32 with a $100,000 top prize. Pick 3 Midday 1 2 9 Pick 3 Evening 7 8 2 Pick 4 Midday 5 7 4 0 Pick 4 Evening 0 7 3 9 Lucky Day Lotto 9 16 27 35 37 6 01 48 with a $175,000 prize, Mega Millions 7 11 16 39 54 Mega Ball 13 with an $80 million jackpot.
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