Energy Low fuel prices have broad impact
Lower crude oil and fuel costs are easing expenses for Cedar Rapids haulers and school districts. Heck's Transfer owner says savings are welcome as diesel dips 13 to 16 cents per gallon. Cedar Rapids Community School District notes buses with higher mpg benefit from cheaper diesel, enabling earlier warmups. Jimmy John’s drivers gain earnings from fueling their own cars while overall company impact remains limited.
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Demand rises for mental health aid on campus
Vanessa Miller reports rising demand for mental health support at Iowa public universities. The University of Iowa and Iowa State University each show a 10 percent increase, while the University of Northern Iowa climbs 13 percent since last year. Severity also grows with personal crisis thoughts among students seeking help, per US Counseling Service Director Barry Schreier to the Board of Regents subcommittee.
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UI President Harreld under fire over unprepared teachers remark
Iowa City emails reveal staff and faculty urging a librarian to go public after University of Iowa president Bruce Harreld called an instructor unprepared classwork to be shot. The exchange sparked criticism and calls for his ouster as fallout grows.
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Trump speaks at Las Vegas campaign rally at South Point
Republican candidate Donald Trump delivers remarks at a Friday campaign rally held at the South Point Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, addressing supporters amid the primary campaign.
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National Review editors rebuke Trump vote split in revolt
National Review published an editorial signed by 22 prominent conservatives opposing Donald Trump as a presidential candidate. The move deepens the rift in the Republican Party as Iowa caucuses approach on February 1 and critics argue Trump is not a true conservative.
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