Bipartisan praise marks Leach Courthouse naming and regional growth
The House names the Davenport federal courthouse after James A. Leach for three decades of service. Senators Grassley and Harkin back the bill as it advances. Cedar Rapids sees a $23 million Rockwell Collins expansion with 275 new jobs. Kalona gains from Engineered Plastic Components purchase and hires. Officials push bilingual officers to enhance public safety responses.
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House of Representatives
Davenport
James A. Leach
United States
Kudos
Leach
Iowa
Dave Loebsack
Senate
Chuck Grassley
Tom Harkin
Rockin
Rockwell Collins
Cedar Rapids
Kalona Rebounds
Kalona
Victor Plastics
Washington County
Engineered Plastic Components of
Grinnell
University of Iowa closes meeting to interview candidates
The University of Iowa presidential search committee met publicly on May 11 in the Dental Science Building and voted to go into closed session to interview candidates off campus. They promised a May 14 public adjournment, but journalists learned the meeting occurred earlier in a different location. The chairman cited protecting candidates from irreparable reputational harm. Senator Tom Harkin criticizes Shrek’s healthful eating messaging and suggests federal action if needed.
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Dental Science Building
Tom Harkin
Diona
Shrek
Kingdom
Far
Harkin
Snow White
Cinderella
Puss In Boots
Jack Spratt
Spratt
Gonzales Defends Record Amid Calls to Quit and GOP Support
Attorney General Alberto Gonzales balks at resigning as Republicans debate his fate amid criticism of U.S. attorney firings. He deflects questions, cites White House backing, and blames others, while Senate Democrats demand testimony on the surveillance program and firings. A separate letter questions gasoline prices and media bias in Cedar Rapids.
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National Press Club
Mr. Gonzales
U.S
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United States
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Gonzales
Capitol Hill
Iraq
Justice Department
Senate
White House
Karl Rove
Harriet Miers
Paul McNulty
House
House Judiciary Committee
John Ashcroft
KCRG
Cedar Rapids
Chicago
Jerry Stewart
Iowa Lawmakers Fail To Pass Helmet Bill Opinion
A reader laments Iowa legislators for not approving a helmet requirement for motorcycle riders. He notes no tax cost to implement and argues public opinion supports the issue, urging action from state officials and highlighting child safety concerns. Richard Greer signs the letter.
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Iowa
Smoking bill should have passed in Iowa Legislature
A long-awaited Iowa bill addresses smoking in public places, recognizing secondhand smoke harms and broad public support for restrictions. It frames smoking limits as a continuation of health and safety rules for restaurants and public venues, benefiting customers, employees, and children.
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Iowa
Helmet laws for young riders in debate letter
A reader argues helmet use for children on motorcycles, noting 20 states and DC have universal laws, 26 require minors to wear helmets, and Iowa has no helmet law. The writer supports helmet use by choice but urges balanced discussion beyond for and against.
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District of Columbia
Iowa
Right to Bear Arms Letter Sparks Debate on Freedom
A May 12 letter criticizes gun control advocates and the Patriot Act. The writer disputes NRA exploits and argues Second Amendment rights are not divinely granted.
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Washington
National Rifle Association
Father Appreciation Message for Father's Day
A heartfelt call to show love to fathers during Father's Day weekend. Reflects on losing a loved one and urges calling, emailing, or spending time with dad to express gratitude before it is too late.
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