Obama says nation in right direction amid economy crisis
President Obama asserted early progress in steering the economy from crisis during a prime time news conference. He defended the AIG bonus controversy, defended the dollar, and urged Congress to pass a pivotal budget aimed at recovery.
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City considers farmers market move. vote blocks change
Iowa City officials delay a move for the Iowa City Farmers Market after a unanimous council vote against amending the city code. A vendors meeting is planned for April 9 to discuss options, including possible monthly moves to nearby blocks and streets.
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Food pantries see rising demand in eastern Iowa
Economic woes and flood aftereffects push more residents to rely on pantries across Cedar Rapids Marion and surrounding counties. Wanda Floyd and Gloria Lowe describe stretched budgets as meat and other staples rise in price while Barb Elsasser notes a 31 percent jump in pantry use over eight months as the Hawkeye Area Community Action Program reports more food going out.
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DNA evidence lost in flood threatens sex case trial
In Linn County Iowa a defense attorney argues to suppress state DNA results in a sexual abuse case after a penile swab and Braggs underwear mixed with victim DNA were damaged by floodwaters. Judge Remley awaits ruling while trial remains set for May 4.
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