Live chat on preventing child pornography hosted by Cedar Rapids police
Cedar Rapids investigators inform on child exploitation prevention in a live chat at 11 a.m. on Gazette Online. The Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force supports thorough seized computer inspections, yielding long prison terms but delaying custody until exams finish. Concerns exist that rushing exams may reduce evidence.
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Ie Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Charity Hansel
Gazette Online
Overdraft Fee Rules Spark Bank Adjustments in Iowa
Dave DeWitte explains how federal rules aimed at curbing overdraft fees may trim profits for banks. The FDIC study shows high opt-out rates and widespread auto overdraft use, while banks race to reframe fees and push opt-in notices amid changes from Wells Fargo and Bank of America in Iowa markets.
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Iowa
Congress
Federal Reserve Board
Federal Deposit Insurance Corp
Wells Fargo
Bank of America
Iowa lawmakers brace for partisan redistricting task
Iowa legislators prepare for the 2024 redrawing of congressional and legislative lines after the census. The process shapes politics for a decade and Iowa faces the potential loss of a U.S. House seat, complicating how districts are paired and drawn.
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Associated Press
Des Moines
Iowa
How it works in Iowa map process overview
Iowa Legislative Services Agency draws new congressional and legislative districts using only population data. Maps must be submitted by April 1 and aim for near equality and compactness. Incumbent addresses and voter data are not used during drawing. staffers assign lawmakers to districts after the map is created.
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Legislative Services Agency
BP with new oil leak cap shows progress
BP reports progress on a new cap over the Gulf gusher as hopes rise for capturing all leaking crude. Officials warn results may take days and tests must prove the cap can withstand high pressure before confirming success.
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BP PLC
Kent Wells
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