Ambassador rejected military help before Benghazi attack
U S Ambassador Christopher Stevens twice declined requests for military security assistance from AFRICOM after concerns raised in a secret memo. Officials say Stevens refused offers from Gen. Carter Ham despite a deteriorating security situation linking to the September 11 2012 attack in Benghazi.
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Westdale Mall redevelopment plan sparks $5 million upfront risk
Cedar Rapids officials approve a $90 million Westdale transformation with a $5 million upfront grant to Frew Development Group to demolish parts of the mall and prep the 71 acre site. The city plans to recoup costs via tax increment financing as private investment targets reach $17.5 million, with a 12 year return and possible course corrections as projects progress.
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Officials weigh lower blood alcohol limit in Iowa
E Iowa officials reacted to a National Transportation and Safety Board plan to cut the legal limit from 0.08 to 0.05. Local law enforcement leaders say education and enforcement would rise, with more OWI arrests likely, while experts note global use of 0.05 and call for a gradual transition.
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