Immigrant workers make up roughly 7.4 percent of the state’s workforce. Now, some might be at risk.
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Immigrant workers make up roughly 7.4 percent of the state’s workforce. Now, some might be at risk.
At a campaign tailgate in Iowa City, U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks and top Republicans blamed Democrats for the ongoing federal shutdown and rallied around 2026 races. Democrats argue she’s fundraising while Iowans face rising costs.
In its first year, Cedar Rapids Prep has enrolled 255 students in sixth through eighth grade, with 25 students on a waiting list. The new charter school’s students are “owning and driving their learning” in “orderly classrooms where there’s not chaos and disruptions,” says Cedar Rapids Prep Principal Justin Blietz.
No charges will be filed against four Cedar Rapids police officers after an officer-involved shooting in August, according to a report from the Linn County Attorney’s Office which ruled the shooting justified.
Republican Iowa U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks has introduced legislation to fund federal food assistance that is scheduled to dry up next month if the government shutdown continues.
Marty Hoeger is running for another term for Cedar Rapids City Council in District 1. This is the questionnaire he filled out for The Gazette about why he deserves another term.
Sam Wilson is running for Cedar Rapids City Council in District 1. This is the questionnaire she filled out for The Gazette about why she deserves this role.
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