Iowa public universities plan systemwide free speech survey
Iowa’s public campuses have not systematically trained or polled on First Amendment issues but the Board of Regents moves toward a systemwide survey. The three universities have run separate climate questions on DEI safety and are told to keep a welcoming climate while clarifying speech suppression policies.
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Prichard steps down as Iowa House Democratic leader
Iowa House Democrats confirm Todd Prichard of Charles City will resign from the party leadership after discussions with his family. The 47 year old lawyer and fifth term representative says it is time to allow a new caucus leader, and he will focus on his law practice and military duties with the Army Reserves.
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Biden Pushes Vaccine Incentives Across Campaign Push
President Biden touts vaccine incentives in a national push to increase uptake. Officials frame rewards and outreach as central to public health goals amid ongoing vaccination efforts.
Biden Launches Month of Action to Boost Vaccinations
President Biden unveils a month of action to drive COVID-19 shot uptake ahead of July 4 with incentives, new barriers eased, and an aim to reach 70 percent of adults partially vaccinated. He forecast a summer of freedom and get-togethers as June is deemed critical on the path to normalcy.
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Iowa City to launch revamped bus service
Iowa City to roll out an overhauled transit system with consolidated routes shorter waits and a pilot Sunday service. The council approved the plan 6-1 with Mayor Pro Tem Salih voting against. Routes will drop from 26 to 13 focusing on arterial streets and back-and-forth travel.
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