Jackson returns to town for Democratic campaign swing
Iowa News notes Jesse Jackson's return to town for campaign appearances as he seeks the Democratic presidential nomination. Also, Gary Hinzman files amended suit against Cedar Rapids Civil Service Commission over police chief replacement concerns. Wahlert defeats Linn-Mar 19 to 0 in Class 4A playoffs, advances to semifinal against Bettendorf.
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Dubuque Wahlert
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Bettendorf
Chuckle: elect a matador president to herd Congress
A lighthearted line jokes about choosing a matador as president to handle the "bull" of Congress, implying sharp handling of political chaos.
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Police captain suspended after dispute with city safety official
Cedar Rapids police captain Louis Stepanek receives a three day suspension for neglect of duty after an Oct. 27 incident in which a patrol was not diverted to assist a man down on First Avenue East. Stepanek contests the charge and blames the move on harassment linked to his testimony for Gary Hinzman. Public Safety Commissioner Bob Jaeger and acting Police Chief James Barnes defend the action. Stepanek serves on the Salvation Army advisory board.
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Cedar Rapids
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Louis Stepanek
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Stepanek
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Rose Birkicht vows this is her last poll job in Cedar Rapids
Aged 90 Rose Birkicht, Linn County's oldest poll worker, plans to retire after her 12th presidential election. She began in 1944 during FDR's run, has worked at three polling sites, and now serves in Precinct 11 at the Administrative Office Building.
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Cedar Rapids
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Riverside Roundhouse
Earthquake toll in China climbs to over 600 dead
The southwest China quake near the Burmese border in Yunnan Province has killed more than 600 and injured many, with authorities reporting extensive damage across 10 towns and multiple counties. Officials warn the final death toll could reach thousands.
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Washington Post
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Tangshan
1988 Iowa drought sa droughtiest January to October on record
Iowa entered 1988 as the driest January through October period in state history with 18.2 inches of precipitation, 11.29 inches below normal. October alone was the eighth driest since 1873, and officials warn of continued dryness and potential soil erosion without snow cover. Denison and Clinton reported minimal rainfall as drought persists.
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Iowa
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