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Redlining continues to create racial disparity in homeownership in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Today, historically redlined neighborhoods are connected to a variety of poor health conditions, lower life expectancy, police brutality, less access to healthy food, retail depression and gentrification. About 30 percent of Black people in Iowa own their homes compared to 75 percent of white people.

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Linn-Mar student, staff member recognized for their faith, courageous social justice work

Linn-Mar student, staff member recognized for their faith, courageous social justice work
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Cedar Rapids schools accept responsibility for two police officers ousted from middle schools

Cedar Rapids schools accept responsibility for two police officers ousted from middle schools
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