Memorial and burial mark Floyd death anniversary
George Floyd, once little known beyond close circle, is now a global symbol in protests for racial justice. Two weeks after his death in Minneapolis when a police officer knelt on his neck, Floyd was memorialized and buried in Houston where he grew up.
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Protests Prompt City Hall Talks on Police Reform
In Iowa City and Cedar Rapids thousands marched calling for reforms. City leaders held workshops and meetings with advocates to outline steps, stressing urgency but noting reforms will require time.
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Inside Iowa City Police Board Powerless Critics Say
Coralville lifts curfew after nine days as city officials respond to unrest. Police reform debate continues in Iowa communities with residents calling for clearer oversight and accountability. Local leaders weigh next steps amid ongoing public safety concerns.
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Coralville warden resigns amid COVID-19 inquiry at IMCC
Iowa Medical and Classification Center warden James McKinney retired by email on May 8 as state officials opened an investigation into COVID-19 guideline adherence at the Coralville facility. Interim warden Randy Gibbs to lead while director Beth Skinner seeks facts. The Coralville prison handles admissions for defendants statewide.
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Cedar Lake site delisted from Superfund in Iowa
The Cedar Lake site at 911 Shaver Rd NE on the lake’s north side is removed from the federal Superfund list, marking Iowa’s first delisting since 2005 after reviews in 2015 and 2017 showed no risk to health or the environment. Electro-Coatings Inc. was among 12 sites nationwide delisted in fiscal 2019, ending a 30 year presence on the list.
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WHO safe to handle newspapers during COVID 19 notice
The World Health Organization states newspapers are safe to handle during the COVID 19 outbreak. The Gazette’s printing facility and delivery contractors will use gloves where appropriate and clean equipment and work areas frequently. A digital version is available at thegazette.com via the Green Gazette link in the footer.
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