Cedar Rapids City Manager Pomeranz Sets Public Safety Focus
Cedar Rapids city manager Jeff Pomeranz outlines a multiagency effort to curb crime and improve safety. The Police Community Action Team operates in at risk neighborhoods alongside patrols and investigations, with violent crime down about eight percent since 2013 and shots fired down fourteen percent last year. He notes partnerships with federal agencies and programs like PALs and School Resource Officers to deter youth violence and addiction driven crime.
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Faith Beyond the Altar at Iowa City Catholic Worker
A junior at Thomas Aquinas College writes about three weeks at the Iowa City Catholic Worker House. He praises Emily Sinnwell David Goodner and other volunteers for living faith through service to the hungry and homeless, illustrating the body of Christ in action.
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Trump forgoing global leadership sparks climate clash
The piece argues President Trump snubs allies by rejecting the Paris climate accord, while European leaders warn about neglecting climate action. It notes corporate support for keeping climate policies and highlights public demand for clean energy and jobs in solar and other green sectors.
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Trump apology tour mirrors Obama critics overlook
FROMA HARROP notes Trump mounts his own apology tour after pulling out of the Pacific trade pact and the Paris accord. Defense Secretary Mattis seeks to reassure Asian allies saying bear with us while Britain’s Merkel sparks a NATO trade dispute. London terror attack misquote prompts correction by Mayor Sadiq Khan.
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Local elections in Johnson County seek more ballot choices
Voters face dozens of seats in Johnson County across Iowa with filing to begin in July and September. Many local offices see short tenures and low incumbency, while women and independents remain underrepresented. Contested races are rare and development debates drive occasional surges in candidates.
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