There were 144 reported incidents of seclusion and restraint during the 2021-22 school year, a decline of more than 600 from four years ago.
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There were 144 reported incidents of seclusion and restraint during the 2021-22 school year, a decline of more than 600 from four years ago.
A Cedar Rapids artist will open her home gallery to showcase and celebrate art by Black artists around the state.
Discussions will focus on a $312 million plan that includes building a new aquatic center and a 1,200-student middle school
While Iowans are generally highly vaccinated against polio, Linn County public health officials say recent cases in New York, Israel and the UK serve as a reminder and a warning not to forsake vaccines.
A judge declared a mistrial this week after police officers, who were witnesses, recognized a juror as having associates connected to the defendant. The juror hadn’t revealed that during jury selection and also underreported her criminal history. She also posted on Facebook that she was on jury duty and wouldn’t convict “whoever” was on trial.
Fundraiser to return after a two-year hiatus.
Democratic candidate for Iowa governor unveils her public education policy
Former school board President Shawn Eyestone resigns to pursue higher education
Number of new virus cases drops statewide
The second of four finalists to succeed Brooks Jackson as University of Iowa Health Care’s vice president for medical affairs and dean of the Carver College of Medicine has served as executive dean of the University of North Carolina School of Medicine for three years.
The City Council unanimously approved the final reading of an ordinance rezoning 12 acres of land at the corner of First Avenue and Second Street, as well as a master site plan for the Gather Iowa development. The city is working with the developer on solutions to address affordability concerns.
President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced his long-awaited plan to deliver on his campaign promise to provide $10,000 in debt cancellation for millions of Americans — and up to $10,000 more for those with the greatest financial need.
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