Activists warn of rising human trafficking at Cedar Rapids conference
In Cedar Rapids a Preventing Abuse Conference drew about 200 people where activists including Bazzel Baz urged stronger action against trafficking. Baz, founder of the Association for the Recovery of Children, said both outsiders and local leaders share responsibility and called for persistent, coordinated efforts nationwide. The event featured officials and service groups, a proclamation from Gov. Culver honoring former Gov. Branstad, and remarks from attendees on recognizing trafficking indicators.
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Fruit of the Poisonous Tree ends in Gazette series on trafficking
The Gazette concludes its Eastern Iowa prostitution and human trafficking series with a look at trafficking in airports. Karen Goodell, an officer at The Eastern Iowa Airport, says officers must be trained to spot trafficking victims and traffickers. She notes trafficking occurs “right under our noses” and urges better awareness. Contact Jennifer Hemmingsen for more.
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Teahen Leads GOP Primary in 2nd District by Double Digits
A Gazette poll shows Peter Teahen with a double digit lead in the 2nd District GOP race. He holds an 83 percent favorable rating while Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Lee Harder trail with single digits. Teahen leads in the north while undecideds remain high. Miller-Meeks and Harder plan ads and outreach ahead of the June 3 primary to challenge freshman Rep. Dave Loebsack.
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Felon Sentenced in Iowa for Possessing Shotgun After Felony Convictions
Cedar Rapids man Eric Jones, 35, was sentenced to over six years in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm. He pleaded guilty to the Dec 21 2007 charge after admitting to using a shotgun to shoot a deer on Dec 30 2005 and turning over the weapon and 36 shells. Jones has prior felony burglaries in 1991 and 1992 and theft and burglary convictions in 1994 and 1998. He received 77 months in prison plus a $100 assessment and will face three years of supervised release after release.
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Iowa researchers path to staph biofilm dispersal
University of Iowa scientists identify a quorum sensing trigger that disperses established Staphylococcus aureus biofilms. This first encounter with an existing dispersal pathway could guide future treatments, though not yet clinical. The work, funded by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust, appeared in PLOS Pathogens.
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