Haitis Hurricane Matthew Death Toll Mounts Amid Devastation
Haitian officials report at least 842 dead as Hurricane Matthew devastates the southern coast. Chantal and Jeremie suffer widespread damage with 80 percent of buildings damaged in the western Grand Anse area while aid groups warn of cholera risk and mass displacement.
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Iowans await word as Haiti hurricane toll rises
Eastern Iowans, led by Mount Vernon residents Amanda and John Rhomberg, learn loved ones in Haiti are safe after Hurricane Matthew. The couple fears for adopted sons Nelson and Jackson and notes aid is delayed as Haiti faces widespread damage, hunger, and a rising death toll.
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Former Iowa Rep Jim Leach backs third party in 2016
Ex congressman Jim Leach among 30 former Republicans pledging not to support Donald Trump. He cites Trump as unqualified and argues for reducing money in politics and a constitutional amendment to end Citizens United. Leach says he may vote third party or write in a candidate.
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