Schools forging new ground in joint UI Kirkwood center
A planned Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa on the Oakdale campus in Coralville aims to unite UI faculty with Kirkwood Community College and K 12 districts. Opening fall 2015 the center will offer career academies and college courses to area high school students from at least six districts, marking a unique UI involvement to coordinate research and education across K 12, community college and university levels.
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Housing discrimination case settles with voluntary contributions
The Iowa Civil Rights Commission accepted voluntary contributions from 27 landlords between 2006 and 2011 instead of pursuing legal action, ending the housing discrimination matter.
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Protests at Lebanon funeral turn chaotic near palace
Demonstrators confront police as mourners clash while attempting to storm the government palace in Beirut. The violent scene disrupts proceedings and triggers security lockdowns across central areas.
Packers Rally Roar Delivers 30-20 Victory Over Rams
Packers fans filled the stands as Green Bay defeated St. Louis 30-20 in a home loss for the Rams. In motorsports, Matt Kenseth claimed his second Chase win at repaved Kansas Speedway amid a record 14 cautions marking the Sprint Cup race.
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Legacy McGovern left mark on presidential politics
A 1972 campaign haunted by Watergate is recalled as George McGovern joked about running for president. Nixon remained favored for re election as McGovern faced scrutiny over his ticket choice and the Eagleton episode. The piece notes the political fallout and reflections from the era.
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Tax break on Social Security payroll tax set to expire
The temporary Social Security payroll tax cut ends this year and is unlikely to be extended. Obama and Romney show no plan to renew it, and Congress is reluctant. The lapse will raise taxes for about 163 million workers, with effects cited for two earner families and six figure incomes. Senior groups like AARP oppose renewal.
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Debates moderator faces partisan press in final match
The piece notes Bob Schieffer will moderate the last Obama Romney debate, a high visibility task amid bitter rivalry and partisan media. It highlights prior moderators' criticism and the intense scrutiny from millions online during Foreign Policy focus tonight at 9:30.
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