Court: Constitution protects gays in landmark DOMA ruling
A 2nd Circuit panel in Manhattan struck down parts of the Defense of Marriage Act affirming that gays and lesbians deserve heightened scrutiny under the Constitution. Edith Windsor’s estate tax fight highlighted the ruling, while the decision signals broader protections for legally married same-sex couples nationwide.
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UI Flood Projects Delayed by FEMA Funding Dispute
University of Iowa flood recovery projects face funding delays risking time and money. President Sally Mason warns delays in replacing Hancher Auditorium, School of Music, and Art Building East depend on Homeland Security decision. Estimated UI flood damage totals rise past 862.5 million dollars as timelines shift pending federal action.
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Iowa City
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Koi
Voxman Music
Former Johnson County candidate fatally shot by deputy in Iowa
Robert Michael Dooley, 59, of Brighton, was killed by Van Buren County deputies after pointing a rifle at them along Highway 2 near Cantril. Dooley had briefly run as a write-in candidate for the Johnson County Board of Supervisors in 2010. The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation will forward findings to the county attorney. Deputy Jon Tharp remains on paid administrative leave.
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Not guilty plea in Cedar Rapids vehicle homicide case
Jermonda Pledge, 28, pleaded not guilty in Linn County District Court to a charge of vehicular homicide in the March death of 29-year-old Angela Kuehl near County Home Road and C Avenue Extension. The crime lab matched his blood, he denies driving, bond is set at 100000, trial date not yet set.
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