Crossing crashes prompt new effort
Deadly railroad crossing crashes spur federal and state action. Since February seven people died and many were injured in crashes between trains and vehicles. Safety at crossings remains a priority with rail safety officials highlighting low gate coverage in Iowa and rising crude oil car shipments nationwide.
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N.Y
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Illinois
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Bank Becomes Bistro In Ladora Transformation
A former bank in Ladora reopens as a bistro with a vault turned wine cellar and teller windows repurposed into a bar area. The decor blends historic banking elements with modern dining for a distinctive regional venue.
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Protests continue in Madison over killing of unarmed teen
Activists march for a third straight day in Madison Wisconsin to demand justice after the police shooting of 19-year-old an unarmed student. A Japanese WWII warship discovery off the Philippines is reported by a billionaire backed team. Manchester named River Town of the Year for recreation focus. Theater reopens in Tracr after two months smoke damage and 30000 loss. Trojans seek fourth straight title as Iowa City West eyes another state championship.
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Iowa Today
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Gateway Project design costs rise for Iowa City
Delays from public comment and redesigns push Gateway Project design price to about 5.3 million dollars, a 530000 increase on the 2010 contract with HNTB Corp. Funding comes from local option sales tax and a 3 million federal grant. The 50 million project aims to elevate Dubuque Street near City Park after the 2008 flood and opposition over size and environmental impact.
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Melissa Crow
Federal Economic Development Administration
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City Park
Russia Seethes Over U S Rivalry Amid Nemtsov Fallout
A Washington Post report notes rising anti American sentiment across Russia, from street vendors to the Kremlin, reaching near Stalin era levels. The Nemtsov killing sparked conspiracy theories of a CIA plot as Moscow detains alleged suspects and political anger complicates U S outreach.
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