Tesla is recalling nearly 200,000 vehicles in the U.S. because the backup camera may not function while the car is in reverse. The recall covers certain Models Y, S and X from the 2023 model year. All are equipped with “Full Self-Driving” computer 4.0 and run software version 2023.44.30 through 2023.44.30.6 or 2023.44.100. The company says in…
What to keep in mind while ice fishing in Iowa
JOHNSTON, Iowa — Lakes and ponds all around Iowa are covered with ice but that doesn’t mean they are safe to walk on. Here are some tips to ensure you are safe while ice fishing or enjoying other ice-bound winter activities. Check the weather Tell someone where you are going Bring a friend Never be…
Des Moines firefighter battles stage 4 prostate cancer while union fights for change in state policy
DES MOINES, Iowa — Eight Des Moines firefighters are currently battling cancer while the Firefighter Union calls on Iowa to cover all cancers. Paul Storbeck is an Iowa native and a successful businessman turned firefighter for the Des Moines Fire Department. He is now a Senior Medic for the department. After years of service, his…
Grimes plans to reduce when fireworks can be set off
GRIMES, Iowa — A change to the fireworks ordinance in Grimes is in the works and the city says it’s the result of feedback from residents. According to the city, “We understand that fireworks bring up a lot of strong feelings, whether you love them or hate them. We hope changing when they can be…
Trump walks out of court in middle of E. Jean Carroll closing arguments
(The Hill) — Former President Donald Trump walked out of the Manhattan, New York, federal courtroom where his sexual abuse defamation trial is ongoing, just after a lawyer for writer E. Jean Carroll had begun issuing closing remarks. It’s unclear why Trump left the courtroom, though it occurred shortly after Carroll lawyer Roberta Kaplan said…
Witness describes Alabama’s first execution by nitrogen gas
ATMORE, Ala. (WHNT) — Kenneth Eugene Smith, the man convicted of the 1988 murder-for-hire killing of Elizabeth Sennett, became the first known person to be executed by nitrogen hypoxia on Thursday. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey’s office confirmed the execution in a statement following a failed appeal to the United States Supreme Court. “The execution was…
International Court of Justice orders Israel to prevent genocide inside Gaza
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – The International Court of Justice is ordering Israel to take measures to prevent a genocide inside Gaza. The White House stands by Israel but also says the goal of the order brought forward by South Africa’s government is something they support. Friday, the International Court ordered Israel’s military to do all it…
Des Moines man accused of sexual abuse against minor may have left the state
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a man accused of sexually abusing a child. Van catches fire while maintenance crew works on Taco John’s roof Jermaine Tyrone Patton, 45, is wanted on two felony warrants for sexual abuse of a child. Police said current evidence suggests…
DMPD: Driver in wrong-way crash on I-235 was intoxicated
DES MOINES, Iowa — A 20-year-old woman has been charged with operating while intoxicated in a crash that left one person hospitalized early Friday morning. At around 5:30 a.m. emergency crews responded to a report of a three-vehicle crash in the 1500 block of eastbound I-235. Prosecutors must turn over evidence in Uwazurike gambling investigation,…
Prosecutors must turn over evidence in Uwazurike gambling investigation, judge rules
STORY COUNTY, IOWA — A judge denied a request to throw out charges against former Iowa State Cyclone and current Denver Bronco Eyioma Uwazurike this week, but the judge is also ordering prosecutors to turn over more information on the investigation into alleged illegal gambling that lead to the charges. Uwazurike is charged in Story…
Jury orders Trump to pay $83.3 million for defaming E. Jean Carroll
NEW YORK — A federal jury ordered former President Trump to pay $83.3 million for defaming E. Jean Carroll when Trump in 2019 denied the longtime advice columnist’s accusation that he sexually assaulted her decades earlier. It marks the second time Carroll has won damages from Trump at trial, with the new total adding to a $5 million…
Professor specializing in internet law questions Iowa DCI gambling investigation
AMES, Iowa — A University of Florida Law School professor, who specializes in internet law and online access issues has been following the updates coming out in the Iowa DCI sports gambling investigation that charged multiple former and current college athletes. “There’s some really conflicting stories about what the goal of the investigation is because…
Iowa promised $75 million for school safety. Two shootings later, the money is largely unspent
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — The June 2022 announcement was addressed to parents horrified by the massacre at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas: Iowa would spend $75 million in federal pandemic relief funds to improve school building security. Citing an urgent need to act after Uvalde and shootings outside a high school and a…
Recent drug bust largest single fentanyl seizure in DMPD history
DES MOINES, Iowa — A recent drug arrest resulted in the largest single fentanyl seizure in the Des Moines Police Department’s history. On Sunday Sharmarke Omar Mohamed, 35, was arrested in Decatur County after about 30,000 counterfeit pills suspected of containing fentanyl were found in his car. Mohamed was charged with one felony count of…
From rubble to rink: new ice rink now in the location hit hardest by 2018 Marshalltown tornado
MARSHALLTOWN, Iowa- Twelve local businesses put $20,000 into a new ice rink donated to Marshalltown by the Iowa Wild. The rink celebrated its grand opening on January 17th. But, it was a long time coming. The Director of Marshalltown’s Parks and Recreation Department, Geoff Hubbard, said that the Wild originally reached out to the city…
Feed your ex to an animal at Blank Park Zoo … sort of
DES MOINES, Iowa — Do you have a terrible ex or a toxic person in your life? The Blank Park Zoo says you can feed them to some of their animals … sort of. What to keep in mind while ice fishing in Iowa You can purchase a capelin or herring and name it after…
Off the Cuff w/ Ed and Murph: Restaurant quirks
Keith and Ed are Off the Cuff and talking about going out to eat. Keith shares how one bad experience really turned things around for his dad. Plus, who gets the best parking spot in the garage. Continue Reading at WHO13.com here Top Featured Tags: – Iowa News Press Release Distribution Service
Trump, Biden catapult Jan. 6 into race for White House
The Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol is set to play a prominent role in the upcoming presidential election, with the two leading candidates for the White House pushing dueling narratives about the legacy of the day’s events. For President Biden, the attack on the Capitol — when supporters of then-President Trump stormed the…
Perry community mourns, rallies together at candlelight vigil
PERRY, Iowa — Hundreds of people gathered together for comfort and in support of the Perry community after a deadly mass shooting at the high school took the life of a 6th grader and injured several others. More coverage: School shooting at Perry High School At around 7:30 Thursday morning multiple law enforcement agencies responded…
House prepares contempt of Congress resolution for Hunter Biden
The House Judiciary Committee will mark up a resolution next week to hold Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress after he defied a subpoena by failing to appear for a deposition. Biden, the president’s son, was due to appear last month before investigators from a trio of committees investigating his business dealings. Instead, he spoke…
Counseling services available for grieving Perry community members
PERRY, Iowa – After the devastating shooting at Perry High School Thursday morning counseling is available for the Perry community. Mental health professionals will provide free services at the Perry Public Library from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. downtown on Friday and Saturday. “I think right now the community’s still in shock. We just want…
B-1 bomber crashes at South Dakota Air Force base, crew ejects safely
WASHINGTON (AP) — A B-1 Lancer bomber from Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota crashed Thursday, with all four of its crew members ejecting, the Air Force said. The B-1 crashed “at approximately 5:50 p.m. today while attempting to land on the installation. At the time of the accident, it was on a training…
