Supreme Court declines case on gun permit restrictions
The Supreme Court refused to hear a challenge over state gun permit restrictions, letting lower court rulings stand. The decision leaves unresolved questions about how strict permits may be in various states.
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Englert Theatre launches school outreach program
The Englert Theatre begins a new education and community outreach program inviting performers to teach lectures master classes and special performances off the stage. The initiative aims to expand audience engagement and provide educational opportunities through events and collaborations.
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Proposal shifts funding to enrollment base at Iowa
A task force will advise the Board of Regents to base state funding 60 percent on resident enrollment, risking reduced funding for the University of Iowa as a result.
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Target replaces CEO after data breach
Target Corp. removes its chief executive in response to last year’s data breach. The move comes as the company reviews its cybersecurity and leadership strategy. In other news, Iowa’s men’s basketball schedule includes Gavitt Tipoff Games against Big East opponents.
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Prayers at Cedar Rapids meetings upheld by high court ruling
The U S Supreme Court ruled 5 4 that prayer before public meetings is constitutional in Greece New York and Cedar Rapids follows the practice with prayers by fire dept chaplains and guest speakers. The practice remains open to Christian non denominational and Muslim participants as part of city meetings.
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Mayor criticizes casino donors to USS Iowa fund
Cedar Rapids mayor Ron Corbett urges Iowa to bar casino donors from funding causes where Racing and Gaming Commission members serve. He cites USS Iowa fundraising gifts chaired by Jeff Lamberti and doubts about fair treatment in Cedar Rapids license decision. Donors include Riverside Casino and Prairie Meadows with amounts of 90000 and 20000 respectively.
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Transportation Camera data shows DOT speed red light tools effective
The Cedar Rapids annual traffic enforcement report to the Iowa DOT says automatic cameras remain a valuable public safety device. Chief Wayne Jerman notes injuries from collisions are lower than in prior years. Cedar Rapids operates 29 cameras since 2010 with 14 speed cams on the I 380 S curve.
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