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Every Cedar Rapids traffic signal eventually will have observation cameras

Every Cedar Rapids traffic signal eventually will have observation cameras

Kat Russell News Apr. 8, 2021 5:29 pm

Derecho, pandemic have triggered significant adjustments to city’s traffic signals

Iowa Supreme Court will aid redistricting, if necessary

Iowa Supreme Court will aid redistricting, if necessary

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DES MOINES — The blame game over the deaths of two prison staff members continued Thursday with legislative leaders of …

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