Supreme Court limits child witness screens in Iowa case
The Court held that a 14 or younger child need not always use a screen to shield from emotional distress when testifying against an adult accused of harm. Justice Scalia’s 6-2 majority found no proven need for protection in these witnesses, while Justice O Connor noted states may still pursue such protections.
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U.S
Supreme Court
Iowa
Clinton
Antonin Scalia
Sandra Day O’connor
Iowa child witness screening law faces repair by narrowing scope
Iowa’s invalidated protection for child witnesses prompts calls to curtail breadth and require prosecutors to justify each use. Advocates argue shielding must balance rights, as fear can mute testimony and impede justice, urging legislative action to restore fair trials.
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Iowa
Honesty in athletics pushes for graduation disclosures
Former college athletes and lawmakers advocate a federal bill requiring schools receiving federal dollars to publish annual graduation rates for student athletes. The proposal targets programs with low classroom standards and argues for peer pressure and public scrutiny as a means to improve educational outcomes for recruits and families.
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Bill Bradley
D-N.j
Tom McMillen
D-Md
Ed Towns
D-N.y
National Collegiate Athletic Association
Sen
Bradley
Rep. McMillen
Union and the mob in a damning Teamsters case
The Department of Justice sues the Teamsters in a sprawling racketeering case. It names mob figures linked to Local 282, 851, 814, and 326 and cites extortion, murder, and intimidation. Witnesses describe fake drives, brick assaults, and threats as leadership sold out members. Corruption persists despite hundreds prosecuted since 1970.
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Damon Runyon
New York
Harry the Horse
Lemon Drop
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Teamsters Union
Teamsters
U.S. District Court
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the Snake
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Fat Tony” Salerno
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Carl DeLuna
Kansas City
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Milwaukee
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Robert Rispo
Philadelphia
Canal Street
Rispo
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Charles Allen
Warren Rudman
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Abortion Debate Inside High School Press Clash
A Washington High School journalist Margot Krippner reconciles pro choice and anti abortion voices while recounting her May 31 encounter with Aid to Women and Planned Parenthood. The piece cites backlash from Outlooks and a June 21 Gazette reply, arguing women deserve objective truth and fair treatment in pregnancy counseling.
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Washington
Margot Krippner
Goring
Afti
Margot
Planned Parenthood
Washington High School Surveyor
the Gazette
Supreme Court
Abortion Debate Calls for Cooperation and Honest Help
Outlooks pieces from Cedar Rapids discuss abortion as a deeply personal choice. The author argues both sides err in labeling and urges compassionate, honest guidance and collaboration to curb abortion on demand while offering balanced options.
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Margot
Memorable Fourth of July Celebration in Cedar Rapids
A letter thanks volunteers and local groups for the Celebration of Freedom weekend in Cedar Rapids Iowa praising the events and free popcorn and barbecue. The writer urges support for future festivities led by Peter Teahen, asking readers to donate 10 cents or more to fund 1989 events to keep Cedar Rapids on the map.
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Cedar Rapidians
Peter Teahen
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Pledge of Allegiance changes and proposed edit during Fourth of July period
The author recalls the history of the Pledge of Allegiance from its original text to 1923 and 1924 revisions and the 1954 addition of under God. They protest the phrase as an affront to diverse beliefs, especially American Indians, and suggest replacing it with a universal reference such as under the architect of the universe.
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United States of America
Sen
Joe McCarthy
U.S
Architect of the Universe
Cedar Rapids Police Criticized Over Felony Case Promotion
A complainant alleges Cedar Rapids police push felony cases through the Linn County Attorney for court handling. A confrontation with a stranger near 1611 Fifth Ave SE led to claims of harassment and a report denial, with the caller allegedly charged instead for brandishing a knife. The critic calls for department reform and cites past misconduct.
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Cedar Rapids
Linn County Attorney's Office
Fifth Ave
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