U.S. cyberwar under five fuels gray market tools
Reuters reports that while the United States confronts foreign Internet espionage it has become the largest buyer in a growing gray market selling hacking tools. The trend alarms industry and intelligence circles that Washington may be fueling more hacking. Charlie Miller, former NSA, now works as a security researcher at Twitter.
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Minnesota approves same sex marriage bill in Senate vote
The Minnesota Senate passed a same sex marriage bill by 37 to 30 and sent it to Governor Mark Dayton for signature in a ceremony today. The measure would legalize same sex marriage in the state, with supporters praising the bipartisan vote and advocates planning celebrations.
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White-throated Sparrow Delights Suburban Birdwatchers
A spring favorite, the White-throated Sparrow, common in suburbs, offers easy identification by sight and its distinctive call. Readers are invited to listen now, with guidance and tips on recognizing this species.
Iowa City man arrested after alleged gunpoint threat
A 61-year-old Iowa City man was arrested after police say he confronted a 12-year-old seeking lawn-mowing jobs at gunpoint and posed as an undercover officer. The incident occurred over the weekend, drawing local concern. The story continues on Page 8A.
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Landmark award cut by jury to Henry's Turkey workers
A jury initially awarded 240 million dollars to injured workers at Henry's Turkey Service, but the award was reduced to 1.6 million dollars on page 5B.
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Development C A pushes ahead with big projects
Report by Rick Smith notes Development Corporation of Albany advances bold projects across city limits. Plans include new transit corridors, housing towers, and mixed use centers shaping growth. Officials cite job creation and increased tax base as key outcomes for the region.
Cedar Rapids Private Projects Drive City Growth
Four private Cedar Rapids developments totaling about 214 million pursue major upgrades this year. Frew Development targets 12 years of tax revenue from transforming Westdale Mall into retail, office and housing. Cedar Rapids Development Group seeks a 100 million casino site across the Cedar River. Cedar Real Estate Group aims to buy First Street Parkade to build a 20 million multistory office hub for CAST Inc. 3 Geometric/Agile Ventures plans a 4.5 million three story office building in New Bohemia on the old Iowa Steel site.
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Eastern Iowa hospitals graded on safety by Leapfrog
The Leapfrog Group released Hospital Safety Score rankings for area hospitals, based on 26 measures of infections, injuries and medical errors. Mercy Medical Center and others show mixed results as officials question data while Dr Mark Valliere notes the rankings reflect overall patient safety performance.
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Iowa hospital grades award top A to eleven
Forty seven Iowa hospitals were scored with eleven receiving an A. Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids and St. Luke s Hospital and Mercy Iowa City University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are noted among the results.
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