Widened Melrose reopens Saturday in Iowa City
Iowa Citys Melrose Avenue between West High and Highway 218 reopens with four lanes to the high school and two lanes beyond. A stop light at the school entrance is not included, while nearby bridge work and ongoing landscaping keep traffic slow and under review.
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Radio transmissions linked to Illinois runway collision
Investigators said the crews of the two aircraft involved in a Quincy crash broadcast positions as they approached a runway intersection. The United Express flight with 12 aboard collided with a private plane carrying two, killing 14. No mechanical problems found, human factors under review.
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Higher-priced fur drives trapping boom in Iowa
In Eastern Iowa abundant raccoons and rising fur prices spark a trapping resurgence. Road kills are reportedly profitable as trappers seek pelts amid rising demand and grim seasonal waste. Details on 5C.
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Iowa GOP Leaders See Tax Cut of 200 Million
GOP leaders say Iowa could trim about 200 million in taxes next year if spending is restrained and a reasonable state employee pay raise is agreed. Branstad aides estimate an 800 million surplus by June with 350 million carried over and 185 million new revenue growth, shaping a potential tax relief package.
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Cisneros resigns as HUD secretary amid legal bills and finances
Housing Secretary Henry Cisneros will leave the Cabinet, citing funds and a pending FBI probe tied to payments to a former mistress. He notes the need for a higher paying job outside government, detailing $148 400 annual pay and personal legal costs. He names potential successors among mayors in Seattle Detroit and Atlanta.
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Seattle
Dennis Archer
Detroit
Bill Campbell
Atlanta
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FTC orders clearer disclosure in car lease ads
Five automakers GM Honda Isuzu Mazda and Mitsubishi will display taxes titles and registration fees clearly in nationwide lease ads under FTC consent. The settlements total 1 million across Iowa and 22 states, with Iowa receiving 50000. No admissions of wrongdoing. Public comment period to finalize in 60 days.
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FTC
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Iowa
Tom Miller
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