Cedar Rapids Mayoral Debate Between Murdock and Serbousek
Wayne Murdock and Larry Serbousek clash in a Cedar Rapids mayoral debate sponsored by The Gazette and KCRG. This is the last scheduled meeting before Tuesday's election with coverage continued on page 1B.
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Murder trial begins for Gregory D. Conner in Cedar Rapids
The double murder arson case against Gregory D. Conner opened Tuesday in Cedar Rapids. He is expected to alter his November 30 account of how two friends were shot dead in their home. Details on page 1B.
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Air lines seek fare hike amid industry losses
American Airlines plans fare increases up to 35 percent to reverse a multi year industry loss trend. The move targets ticket price adjustments as the airline faces billions in costs over the past two years. Details on page 60.
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Daly doubts win at British Open learning experience
British Open golfer John Daly says he does not think he can win but calls the event a learning experience as coverage notes his perspective and the rounds ahead.
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Presidential candidate photo pursuit yields negative results
A lighthearted item notes that candidates chase photo opportunities but end up with negatives, poking fun at campaign optics and public appearances.
Lefties Question Study on Lifespan Gap
Left-handers doubt a Canadian psychology professor’s book claiming they die nine years sooner than right-handers. Other researchers in Health and Science in Thursday’s Gazette question the study’s findings and methods.
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Iowa eviction law targets criminals may affect renters
Landlords in Iowa can issue a three day eviction notice for tenants suspected of illegal drugs or firearms, threats, or creating a clear and present danger on site. Critics call it a shotgun approach risking innocent tenants while supporters say it protects responsible renters and property owners. Opponents include Sen. Ralph Rosenberg who Warns it may widen evictions amid one third of Iowans renting.
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Harkin Urges Liberal Dems to Back Ticket
Iowa senator Tom Harkin courted liberal Democrats in New York by calling for a visionary government that would invest in youth and skills. He attacked Bush over job creation and praised Bill Clinton and a bottom-up approach focusing on family farmers small businesses students and working Americans.
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Biden pep talk eases Iowa delegates at DNC
Iowans at the Democratic National Convention relaxed tensions after a Tuesday morning pep talk by Joe Biden. Uncommitted delegates met on the Barbizon mezzanine to discuss concerns about the nominee, while Jerry Brown's camp resisted trading endorsements for prime time exposure. Brown and Ron Brown negotiated amid mixed signals as Brown delegates urged him to speak.
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Fatal tower collapse prompts look at city codes
Cedar Rapids officials will review city codes after a 425 foot communications tower collapsed on Universal Gym Equipment Co. Monday during a storm killing one and injuring two. Inspector Gilbert Boxa said the city lacks engineering checks and may consider stricter placement and inspection rules.
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