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Your voice- Katie Beckett, CR woman who changed Medicaid, diesKatie Beckett, 34, whose battle with a childhood disease and federal bureaucracy made her a national symbol in the 1980s, died today. Beckett’s death was confirmed by Teahen Funeral Home of Cedar Rapids. Her parents Julie Beckett and Mark Beckett … Continue reading → […]Steve Gravelle/SourceMedia Group News
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Katie Beckett, CR woman who changed Medicaid, dies
Katie Beckett, 34, whose battle with a childhood disease and federal bureaucracy made her a national symbol in the 1980s, died today. Beckett’s death was confirmed by Teahen Funeral Home of Cedar Rapids. Her parents Julie Beckett and Mark Beckett … Continue reading
Posted in Community, health, human interest, politics
Tagged julie beckett, katie beckett, Tom Harkin, tom tauke
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US 18 Blocked in Sioux County
US 18 is blocked west of Rock Valley, in Sioux County, due to hay bales on fire. Follow local detour and expect delays. Source
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Waterloo Officers Arrest Suspects During Shooting Investigation
On May 17, 2012 at approximately 1954hrs, Waterloo Officers responded to the report of shots fired in the 900 block of Cutler St. Officers located evidence of a shooting and discovered items related to the shooting at 902 Cutler St. … Continue reading
Posted in Community, Crime, Law and Justice
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Waterloo Police Locate Benton County Home Invasion Suspects
Shortly after midnight, on May 18th, 2012, the Waterloo Police Department received a request for assistance from the Benton County Sheriff’s Office. This was in reference to their agency looking for multiple suspects from a home invasion, which had occurred in their county, where shots were fired. The … Continue reading
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Crash Blocks Lane I-80 in Poweshiek County
A vehicle crash is blocking the left lane of Interstate 80 westbound near Grinnell. Motorists traveling in this area should use caution and expect a delay. Source
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Interstate 80 Reduced to One Lane in Des Moines
Interstate 80 westbound between Jordan Creek Pkwy and 60th Street in West Des Moines is reduced to one lane due to a semi rollover. Use caution and expect some delays if traveling in this area. Source
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