Pope John Paul II Shot in St. Peter’s Square
Pope John Paul II was wounded by gunfire while riding into St. Peter’s Square for a general audience. He survived two bullet wounds to the intestines with no vital organ hit, underwent operations removing sections of intestine, and was not in serious condition. Police detained multiple suspects as the incident prompted international prayers.
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Iowans React to Pontiff Shot in Vatican
Iowa readers reacted with shock to the news that Pope John Paul II was shot and wounded in St. Peter's Square. Archbishop James J. Byrne called the event paralyzing yet urged prayers and unity, while Bishop Maurice Dingman expressed shaken concern from Council Bluffs.
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Commerce unit postpones IE rate increase until late August
The Iowa Commerce Commission denied IE’s request to accelerate a $26.5 million rate hike tied to the Ottumwa generating station. The decision keeps higher residential bills on hold until late August, with potential for reconsideration. Citizens for Community Improvement of Cedar Rapids was allowed to intervene.
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Celtic Cedric Maxwell confidence vs Houston Rockets
Celtics forward Cedric Maxwell exuded confidence after proving his ability against the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night. The feature appears on the sports page with further coverage elsewhere.
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Iowa lawmakers debate 1 percent across the board cut
In Des Moines the Iowa Senate discussed a 1 percent across the board funding reduction for state agencies. House leaders weighed the idea with education protection, while a $30 million gap between forecasts fueled talk of rapid action. Republicans described the cut as a potential option to ease deficits, with cautious support from some and strong objections from others.
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