Studies have begun with the belief that hand-held radar guns for Iowa Highway Patrol may develop cancer from longterm exposure.

This move comes two months after three municipal officers in Cedar Rapids filed workman’s compensation claims. It is considered to be the first of its kind by a state police agency. A ban was ordered as a precaution and 70 guns will be withdrawn from service.

Adam Smith, spokesman for the highway patrol, said “The feeling here is to err on the side of caution until more is known about the issue.” He stated, “The whole situation is under review.”

The Iowa Highway Patrol in Des Moines, Iowa has been ordered to use radar units with transmitters mounted on the outside of their cruisers yesterday.

Colin Kaepernick has become one the the most controversial athletes in our era. In this article, Steve Inskeep talks with Justin Tinsley about the 30th anniversary branding Nike has just released with Kaepernick’s face and words that read, “believe in something, even if it means sacrificing everything.” It directly makes his kneeling during the National Anthem known and Inskeep and Tinsley converse about the impact this could have for Nike and it could be rather big, especially when they are the official sponsor of the NFL. Tinsley believes that Nike took the right side with Kaepernick and that Nike won’t take any big losses in this ad campaign.

The interview with Tinsley I enjoyed listening to because in our world of news it seems for the most part objective. I don’t necessarily like the concept of kneeling during the anthem, but this article gives a good overview on how Nike has and will make an impact with their campaign. By featuring Kaepernick in their ad, it has great news value to most all of the public, even if you don’t watch sports. It still is a social issue. It peaks human interests about racism in our country and shows prominence by using a famous athlete. It definitely captures your attention and makes you want to learn more.

I believe Nike made a big move in the right direction for their company by choosing Kaepernick to be a part of their campaign. Personally, I don’t agree with kneeling during the National Anthem because it comes off as disrespectful even if it isn’t meant that way. He wanted to receive attention for racism in our country and it worked, so I could be wrong. As a fan of the NFL, it’s hard not to get upset when you want to watch sports to get away from the drama of politics and simply have a good time watching a sport you love. Everywhere we go anymore, it’s about politics. Nike has chosen their side and I can’t say I would blame them because they are doing what’s best for their business to have good PR.

https://www.npr.org/2018/09/04/644447024/colin-kaepernick-is-picked-for-nikes-anniversary-just-do-it-campaign

The comments of young interviewees seemed relatable because I have never heard about the news in normal conversation until Trump became President. I’m glad that both sides aren’t liking the news and want change because it has become unbearable to watch any national news station. I hope that the executives at the national news stations are down in ratings, so they will make a change. The people want unbiased news and it’s time to listen to the people.

https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2018/08/trump-has-changed-how-teens-view-the-news/568783/

Maria is a sophomore from Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico with a twin sister, Ana. Her hobbies include: reading romance novels, buying tennis shoes, traveling, eating donuts, and watching her favorite show Criminal Minds. Even with Maria originating from Mexico, she chose to stay in Sioux City and work, while also enjoying an Imagine Dragons concert. Maria is double majoring in business and mass communications as well as minoring in Spanish. She looks forward to this class to discover a new way of writing, but she seems unsure about her May Term besides she knows she wants to take a class on campus. Another noteworthy activity Maria enjoys is golfing, and she is a part of the varsity team here at Morningside. Last year she won three tournaments in a row individually and went to nationals with her team. Along with her busy schedule with classes and golf, she also works two jobs on campus; catering and at Bucks.

The story covering media on white supremacists is quite interesting in the way the media actually believes they might be “fueling the fire” so to say and making the problem worse. I do agree with Karen Bates though, because the media almost has to cover the story with the chance of something big happening at these rallies. The genocide was a good example to use in this case as well, due to same view the public has on both genocide and white supremacy. By making both of these public, it could possibly stop both or at least weaken it, and many people think we need peace in the world so why not try this method.

https://www.npr.org/2018/08/12/638018004/how-the-media-covers-white-supremacists