Flooding breaches levees across Iowa and Midwest
The Little Sioux River breached levees in Monona and Woodbury counties prompting evacuations. In Sioux City area floodwaters damaged homes, with one earlier flooding death reported. Forecasters warned more severe storms could bring hail and tornadoes as major rivers rise toward Missouri and Mississippi basins.
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Funnel clouds seen over Eastern Iowa amid tornado warning
A funnel cloud was spotted over Highway 30 near Cedar Rapids as the National Weather Service warned of a tornado. Reports described a slow moving line of storms with several touchdowns near Ely and Palisades-Kepler State Park.
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President declares major disaster for flood battered Iowa
President Joe Biden approved a major disaster declaration for Iowa unlocking federal aid for Clay Emmet Lyon Plymouth and Sioux counties. Grants for temporary housing and home repairs and low interest loans help individuals and businesses recover. Governments and nonprofits may receive cost shared funds for debris removal and protective measures. Local officials planned further county expansions as floodwaters recede.
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Iowa AG hails federal judges pause on Biden plan
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird praised two federal rulings blocking parts of President Biden's student debt relief plan while Iowa stayed out as a plaintiff. Bird said the decision protects taxpayers and saves hundreds of billions, noting how Iowans work to pay off loans or start families. The report notes separate bird flu testing rules for dairy exhibitors effective July 1 and awards honoring Iowa election efforts for engaging youth in voting.
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