Obama urges Congress to act on gun violence after Newtown
President Obama pleaded for gun reform at the White House urging Americans to contact lawmakers. He cited Newtown’s 2012 school shooting and pressed for background checks and tougher penalties. NRA dismissed calls for action as politics while gun violence protests spanned 120 events nationwide. Police found ammo, an unlocked gun safe and samurai swords at Adam Lanza's Newtown home.
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Grassley Leads Republicans in Drafting Alternative Gun Measure
Senator Grassley and fellow Republicans are drafting a separate gun bill aimed at addressing violence without infringing on constitutional rights. Spokeswoman Beth Levine declined to release details as the measure is still in progress. Grassley criticizes universal background checks and the assault weapons ban, while supporting some security and straw-purchase measures.
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Iowa City Forum unites opposing traffic cameras and drones
A bipartisan Iowa City forum organized by StopBigBrother.org and allies urged banning traffic surveillance cameras and drones. Speakers warned of civil liberty threats, due process issues, and potential penalties for the poor, as city plans and DOT rulemaking affect red light camera deployment.
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Cedar Rapids arson fire hits Marion furniture store
Cedar Rapids neighbors rallied for Iowa Warehouse Furniture and Sleep Center in Marion after a blaze authorities deem arson damaged the store and two inches of water soaked the showroom. Police say the firewall and sprinklers limited spread while investigators pursue leads.
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