Cedar Rapids considers 10 year school levy plan
Cedar Rapids residents debated a proposed 4.7 million dollar annual instructional support levy to fund computers, staff training, and instructional materials. The plan could add about 1 million dollars in yearly state funds and raise per student costs to 596 dollars, amid tax hike concerns from locals.
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Religious leaders launch anti death penalty campaign in Iowa
A coalition of Iowa religious leaders opened a campaign to oppose Gov. Branstad's call to reinstate capital punishment. At a Statehouse news conference, leaders from Ecumenical Ministries of Iowa argued life is sacred and warned against wrongful execution, racism, and appeasing violence, urging lawmakers to choose justice over vengeance.
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Simpson Surprises With Delay in Opening Statements
The O J Simpson murder trial opened with postponements as defense and prosecution argued over new evidence and the defense sought to present an opening statement. Judge Lance Ito limited questions about detective Mark Fuhrman but allowed racial motive to be raised later.
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Settles Healthy But Out For Ohio State Game
U of I forward Jess Settles is gaining health but will not play Wednesday night at Ohio State per Coach Tom Davis on Monday. Details on page 10.
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Clinton ideas backed on crime welfare and taxes
A Los Angeles Times poll shows Americans favor Clinton alternatives on crime welfare and taxes over the GOP plan. Voters see Clinton as superior on fiscal and safety policies. however only 36 percent back his re election with a 35 31 edge for Republicans on solving national problems.
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Iowa to formally establish state flag specifications
The Iowa House unanimously passes House File 3 to codify the official state flag. Lawmakers earlier believed a 1921 act granted authority, but Speaker Arch McFarlane did not sign it, a defect now being corrected. The bill moves to the Senate with expected approval and a pending signature by Speaker Ron Corbett.
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