Boston Catholics push fund drive bypassing archbishop
Voice of the Faithful, a fast growing Catholic group, plans a fund set up as an alternative to Cardinal Bernard Law's Annual Appeal to support Catholic causes. The Boston Archdiocese rejects donations and cites the archbishop's role in funding church programs amid declining Cardinal Appeal donations linked to sex abuse anger.
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Voice of the Faithful seeks independent abuse review boards
Church skeptics argue the hierarchy is not the right place for abuse oversight. Organizers press for accountability from bishops and independence of boards that review sexual abuse allegations. Dave Wanamaker and others say bishops should not select board members, and laity must have a voice in church accountability.
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West Nile virus risk rises in Iowa as older and young urged protection
Health officials warn the elderly and very young face the highest illness risk from West Nile virus while most patients have no symptoms. DEET repellents are advised, with higher concentrations for long outdoor exposure. Local reports include dead birds in Linn County amid spread concerns.
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Sidi faces possible five year term in social security card fraud case
Sidi, a Chicago resident linked with Hmimssa of Cedar Rapids, helped others obtain fake Social Security cards. He was arrested in Chicago and returned to Iowa, facing up to five years in prison. His attorney says he is far from a terrorist and hopes for sentencing reflecting time already served. He practices Islam in jail and rues missing American sights.
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Governor Proposes Tax Hike Fallout in Iowa Homes
Gov candidate Gross faces questions as property taxes rise 11 to 18 dollars on many Iowa homes due to 10 percent shortfall in homestead credits. Vilsack criticizes, calling for transparency on a spouse’s 2 percent stake in a million dollar Dubuque resort project.
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Pilots charged in drunken flight enter rehab
Two America West pilots charged with operating an aircraft under the influence entered a 28 day alcohol rehabilitation program in Arizona after July 1 arrests in Miami. Prosecutors say hearings may be delayed while rehab continues through August 2. FAA revoked their licenses.
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