Car goes into Cedar River as investigation continues
Cedar Rapids authorities probe how a car carrying a woman and two children ended up in the Cedar River near the Mohawk boat ramp on March 11. Fire and police rescued occupants. the woman and children were hospitalized. Investigators will decide on possible charges as the probe continues.
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Iowa Legislature advances workforce skills bill to Reynolds
The Iowa Senate approved House File 2458 47 to 0 after House passage, backing a bipartisan plan to raise 70 percent of workers past high school through mentoring apprenticeships scholarships and summer jobs. The measure aligns with Gov. Reynolds Future Ready Iowa and aims to fund postsecondary training while addressing worker shortages and wage needs. The initiative involves public private partners and a Last Dollar Scholarship program to expand access for low income and minority Iowans.
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Iowa House approves gun rights constitutional amendment
The Iowa House 54 to 42 vote approved House Joint Resolution 2009 to add gun ownership protections to the state constitution. Proponents favor strict scrutiny language. critics warn it could hinder future gun laws and invite litigation, with amendments debated but ultimately rejected.
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