Federal powers widen access to immigration database for voter rolls
Washington officials report the federal government will expand access to a federal immigration database so states like Iowa and others can verify citizenship for voters. Officials note the system requires a unique alien number, but may not catch all noncitizens, and groups warn purges could risk errors before the election.
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Schultz pledges action on Iowa voter fraud probes
Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz says investigators are pursuing possible cases of non citizens voting and voters tallying ballots in multiple states. He expects charges to be announced soon as he pushes for voter ID at polls despite critics.
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Iowa restitution payments fall far short of debts
Iowa crime victims faced 159 million dollars in ordered restitution over five years, but only about 19 million has been paid, less than 12 percent. Officials warn debts will grow as collections lag, while some call for tougher efforts and others for realism about recoveries.
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Mercy Medical Center opens Hall-Perrine Cancer Center in Cedar Rapids
Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids will formally open the Hall-Perrine Cancer Center with a 5 p.m dedication and bells tolling. The event runs 5 to 7 p.m. at 701 10th St. SE. A stabbing incident in Cedar Rapids left a 42-year-old woman with non life threatening injuries. the suspect remained at large. Marion council rejects proposal to end senior garbage fee discount while keeping low income relief. mayor and council member opposed. Boeckmann promoted to full time public works employee with 19.50 per hour after 4 1 vote.
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Robins Adds Third Full‑Time City Employee
Robins increases staffing by converting Neal Boeckmann from part time to a full time public works worker. His hours rise to about 35 to 40 per week to create the new position.
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