Obama cool on airstrikes in Iraq amid political rifts
The Obama administration signaled reluctance to launch airstrikes in Iraq or seek immediate Congress approval. White House aides said Obama would consult lawmakers, bolster Iraqi security forces, and avoid actions that could worsen sectarian divides while ISIS gains ground and a major refinery fires north of Baghdad.
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Cedar Rapids to aid storm debris removal in select areas
Cedar Rapids will remove tree debris from public and private property in selected zones through June 27. Crews will pick up limbs trunks curbside in specified blocks, while the city will cut down and remove debris from public rights of way citywide.
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