Iowa Kids Count report shows mixed outcomes for state youth
The Annie E Casey Foundation report notes a 138 percent rise in violent juvenile arrests in Iowa from 1985 to 1994, with 262 per 100 000 youths aged 10 to 17, while overall child welfare ranks fifth in the nation. It cites teen births up 19 percent and declines in poverty rates, but questions the 13 percent poverty figure.
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ValuJet crash investigator cites fumes as possible cause
NTSB chief investigator John Goglia says fumes may have caused the DC-9 to dive after pilots were overcome. He notes one piece of debris suggests all aboard were dead or unconscious from smoke before impact, but final report will omit conclusions due to limited evidence.
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FAA
Monumental plans loom for Washington Mall expansions
The National Capital Planning Commission warns that dozens more museums and 60 memorials are needed over the next 50 years as 40 million tourists may visit annually. A plan to relocate future memorials off the Mall aims to protect green space, with the World War II memorial already approved for a prime site. Critics call the new memorials oversized intrusions.
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D.C
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George Mason
Thomas Paine
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White House
National Capital Planning Commission
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Longer lives raise health challenges worldwide says WHO
A UN World Health Organization report notes longer life spans due to medical advances but rising chronic diseases from poor habits. Life expectancy averages 64 in developing countries and up to 80 in rich nations, with 65 plus populations growing 82 percent in 25 years.
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Beekeepers Target Hobbyists as Bee Numbers Drop
Iowa Honey Producers aim to attract hobbyist beekeepers after a decline in bees and beekeepers statewide. The effort seeks to grow pollinator numbers while addressing industry needs.
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Iowa
Breathalyzer tests at prom spread across schools
At Grant High School in Nebraska 17 year old Jayme Pankonia blew negative on a Breathalyzer to attend the junior senior prom. The district requires tests for entry and some schools in Iowa and Texas have faced protests or boycotts over the policy.
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Grant
Jon Burkey
Jayme
Grant High
Arlington
Texas
Lamar High School
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