Families hold vigil for teens killed in Starts Right Here shootings
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- Despite praise from advocates, the regulation is likely to face legal challenges from gun rights activists, concerned about potential infringements.
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- The upcoming Final Four tournament promises exciting games and high ticket prices.
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174 people stranded in the air are rescued, almost a day after a fatal cable car accident in Turkey
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- The rescue of 174 people stranded in Turkey after a deadly cable car accident was successfully completed.
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- The stranded individuals had been stuck since the accident on Friday evening, resulting in one fatality and seven injuries.
- An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the incident, with an expert commission assisting in the process.
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- The discovery renewed pressure on Israel's government to secure the release of hostages.
- The U.N. warned of an imminent shameful famine in Gaza.
- The destruction of hospitals in Gaza has severely impacted the health system.
Iowa women’s basketball’s road to the Final Four: A look at the 2023-24 season so far
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Luke Fleurs: Six arrested over killing of South African Kaizer Chiefs footballer: Police believe the suspects are part of a gang "syndicate" responsible for ...
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Iowa nursing homes’ staffing levels are among the nation’s worst, federal data show
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What is Caitlin Clark's greatest legacy as a college athlete? Normalizing what wasn't before.
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Caitlin Clark is having her number retired by Iowa already: One week after her final game!
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- The Iowa women's basketball program announced the official retirement of jersey No. 22 in recognition of Caitlin Clark, following the conclusion of her college career on Sunday with the Hawkeyes' loss to South Carolina in the NCAA tournament national championship game.
- Moving forward, no Iowa players will wear the iconic No. 22 jersey. Clark now joins Megan Gustafson (No. 10) as one of the three players from the Iowa women's basketball team to have her number retired.
- The decision was revealed by Iowa's Athletics Director, Beth Goetz, on Wednesday night at the Carver-Hawkeye Arena in the presence of Clark and the fans.
- Clark has officially entered the WNBA draft scheduled for Monday, April 15. She is anticipated to be the top pick, selected by the Indiana Fever.
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Capitol Notebook: Bill to prohibit firearms tracking headed to Iowa Gov. Reynolds’ desk
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World Central Kitchen demands an independent investigation into Israel’s deadly strike.
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Quick Glance: Fatal Mistake: IDF Reveals Errors in Attack on Aid Workers
- A series of catastrophic mistakes led to the deaths of seven aid workers delivering crucial aid to Gaza.
- Investigations revealed serious errors in identification, resulting in a tragic outcome.
- Decisions to carry out the attack broke operational procedures and resulted in a grave tragedy.
- The IDF has taken responsibility, soldiers involved have been suspended, and a potential criminal investigation looms.
WATCH Iowa star Caitlin Clark delivers on Saturday Night Live during hilarious Weekend Update
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Blank Park Zoo to begin $18 million expansion. What will be the new features?: A revamp and expansion of the Blank Park Zoo is starting and will continue through ...
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Iowa puts $1 million toward summer meal sites, still faces criticism for rejecting federal funds
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World Central Kitchen Let Him Serve Gaza. He Paid With His Life.: The killing of foreign aid workers from World Central Kitchen brought international outrage ...
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Quick Glance: Tragedy in Gaza: Death of Over 200 Aid Workers
- Since the conflict began, more than 200 aid workers have lost their lives in Gaza, with at least 30 of them killed in action, as reported by the United Nations.
- A tragic incident unfolded when an aid convoy from the World Central Kitchen was mistakenly bombed by Israel, resulting in the loss of all seven staff members.
- The humanitarian situation in Gaza deteriorated significantly due to the ongoing war, leading to an imminent threat of famine.
- Israel acknowledged its errors, dismissed two officers, and initiated an investigation to enhance coordination.
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Mom who threw her 2 kids onto L.A. freeway, killing baby, seemed agitated by impending eclipse
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Quick Glance: Mother Throws 2 Kids on L.A. Freeway: One Child Killed
- A woman who fatally stabbed her partner in their Los Angeles apartment and then threw her two children from a moving SUV onto the freeway, resulting in the death of her infant daughter, had a background in astrology. In a prior online post, she referred to the upcoming solar eclipse as 'the epitome of spiritual warfare'.
- Los Angeles police suspect that Danielle Cherakiyah Johnson, 34, utilized the persona 'Ayoka' as an astrology influencer and musician on X in the days leading up to the incidents.
- The altercation between Johnson and her partner, 29-year-old Jaelen Allen Chaney, occurred around 3:40 a.m. in their Woodland Hills apartment. Following the stabbing of Chaney, Johnson fled with her children, an 8-month-old girl, and her 9-year-old sister, in a Porsche Cayenne.
- Subsequently, Johnson drove on Interstate 405 in Culver City and discarded her daughters from the moving SUV around 4:30 a.m. The infant was declared deceased on the road, while the older daughter, who witnessed the attack, sustained moderate injuries.
Environmental groups petition EPA to force Iowa to tackle livestock water pollution
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At the Iowa Capitol, guns for teachers is a bigger priority than feeding children
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A new Kwik Star convenience store is coming to Johnston. Find out when and where:
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Ruby Garcia's family found Trump's comments about her killing 'shocking': Donald Trump used the murder of Ruby Garcia to slam Joe Biden on immigration in a ...
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Quick Glance: Trump and Murder Victim's Family: False Claims
- Donald Trump used his campaign event in Michigan to denounce what he called 'Biden's border bloodbath,' focusing on the case of a young woman killed by someone immigration officials say had entered the country illegally.
- Despite Trump claiming to have spoken with some of Ruby Garcia's family members at a news conference in her hometown, Garcia's sister, acting as a family spokeswoman, confirmed that neither Trump nor his campaign had contacted her or other immediate relatives.
- Garcia's family stayed away from the political controversy surrounding her death and limited their public comments to remembrances.
- At the event in Grand Rapids, Trump highlighted the cases of Garcia and Riley, two women killed by men who entered the USA illegally, reaffirming his commitment to curb illegal immigration and conduct mass deportations.
Lil Wayne praises Caitlin Clark and other memorable moments from Wells Fargo Arena concert
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UConn's Paige Bueckers has habit of beating Iowa's Caitlin Clark: PORTLAND, Ore. -- Depending on the mathematics applied, Caitlin Clark is 0-3 head-to-head with ...
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Bill to help struggling young readers and their teachers approved by Iowa lawmakers
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Canada's Foreign Affairs minister Melanie Joly called for a full investigation into the killing of aid workers in Gaza, one of whom was a Canadian citizen ...
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Quick Glance: Canadian Man Killed in Gaza - Veteran with Young Son
- Canadian Jacob Flickinger, 33, a military veteran from Quebec, was among seven aid workers killed in Gaza, leaving behind a partner and a one-year-old son.
- Flickinger and friend Duguay, both affected by PTSD after Afghanistan, joined World Central Kitchen to aid in crisis zones.
- The organization planned to deliver food aid by sea to Gaza due to strict rules on truck aid by Israel. Flickinger was on-site when hit by an Israeli airstrike.
- The deaths have sparked international reactions, with Canada calling for a full investigation. World Central Kitchen founders urge Israel to support humanitarian aid and ensure safety of aid workers.
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Des Moines' oldest synagogue celebrates 150 years serving Jewish community: Starting out in a rented hall in 1873, Temple B'nai Jeshurun is now celebrating its ...
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Taiwan hit by strongest quake in 25 years, one death reported: A 7.2 magnitude earthquake rocked Taiwan on Wednesday, the strongest tremor to hit the island in ...
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Quick Glance: Taiwan: Successful Earthquake Preparedness
- Taiwan, situated in a seismically active area, faces frequent earthquakes, particularly along the scenic rural east coast.
- Following past earthquakes, Taiwan revised building codes and strengthened disaster management laws to be better prepared for future events.
- Response to earthquakes has improved, with enhanced coordination between government units and non-governmental organizations in disaster areas.
- Taiwan has also bolstered the resilience of its communication networks to effectively respond to potential attacks or natural disasters.
A 12-year-old student opened fire at a school in Finland, killing 1 student and seriously injuring 2 more
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Quick Glance: Fatal School Shooting in Finland: 12-Year-Old Victim
- A tragic incident occurred at Viertola school in Vantaa, Finland, resulting in the death of a 12-year-old child due to a shooting. The suspected 12-year-old attacker was apprehended and is currently in custody. Authorities have confirmed the retrieval of the suspect's weapon.
- In addition to the deceased child, two other 12-year-old students were critically wounded by the gunfire. It was revealed that both the suspect and the victims belonged to the same class. The shooting took place at the Jokiranta campus, leading to an intervention by armed police officers.
- The school near Helsinki accommodates around 800 students aged seven to 16. Previous shooting incidents in Finland prompted stricter gun regulations, including the implementation of an aptitude test for firearm license applicants and an increase in the minimum age requirement to 20 years.
- With over 1.5 million registered firearms in the country of 5.6 million people, Finland sees hunting and target shooting as popular activities.
U.S. Supreme Court rejects DMPD appeal in photographer's lawsuit over 2020 protest arrest
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Israel’s ‘unintentional’ strike on aid workers stirs global outrage: At home and abroad, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is being scolded for his approach to ...
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Judge blocks demolition of Iowa outdoor art installation: Creator says Des Moines Art Center violating contract for the landscape art
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Iowa's sunny weekend breaks record high for April 14 in Des Moines at 88 degrees: Today's heat broke the record high in Des Moines for April 14 ...
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An Iowan's photograph will be on a new US postage stamp. Here's how to get yours:
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When is Dollar Tree raising prices? Answers about the store's price increase: The days of dollar stores may soon be a thing of the past after the Dollar Tree ...
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'Hurts So Good': John Mellencamp performs his biggest hits in Des Moines: John Mellencamp played his heartland brand of songs on Friday night at the Des Moines ...
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José Andrés admonishes Israel for ‘indiscriminate killing’ after aid workers’ deaths
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R800k payment to AKA murder accused was 'purely for business purposes': Gcaba family
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Quick Glance: Africa: Egypt's President Sisi Sworn in for Third Term
- Egypt's President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi is set to be sworn in for a third consecutive six-year term.
- Power has been restored in Tanzania after a nationwide blackout caused by a technical fault.
- Mali parties are calling for elections 'as soon as possible' following the end of the extended transition period.
- In the Democratic Republic of Congo, Judith Suminwa Tuluka has been appointed as the country's first female prime minister.
The votes are in: East High School's Abraham Eujenio named Student of the Week: An East High School sophomore is the Des Moines Register's new Students of the ...
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80/35 Music Festival bringing Killer Mike, OK Go to Des Moines this summer: Summer is almost here, and with it comes plenty of festivals. Here's what we know ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/04/12/8035-music-festival-2024-lineup-headliners-killer-mike-ok-go-tickets-water-works-park/73288018007/
Des Moines city leaders sidestep Iowa law, hold secret meetings on development agreements
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/des-moines/2024/04/18/des-moines-city-counil-side-steps-iowa-law-to-hold-secret-meetings-on-developments/73249377007/
'Such a force for good': Mourners remember Des Moines advocate Teree Caldwell-Johnson
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/education/2024/04/17/des-moines-funeral-teree-caldwell-johnson-des-moines-public-schools-advocate-oakridge-neighborhood/73341925007/
What to know about the new Sleepy Hollow before year-round tubing opens Memorial Day weekend
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/2024/04/11/sleepy-hollow-des-moines-park-to-host-year-round-skiing-tubing-snowboarding/73222878007/
Netanyahu says Israel preparing for scenarios in areas other than Gaza: Israel is keeping up its war in Gaza but is also preparing for scenarios in other areas ...
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Kim Reynolds signs law repealing gender balance requirement for Iowa boards and commissions
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/03/kim-reynolds-signs-law-repealing-gender-balance-rule-iowa-boards-commissions/73169839007/
Australia: Sydney knife attacker may have targeted women: A man went on a rampage with a knife in a Sydney shopping mall, killing six people as he did so ...
dw.com/en/australia-sydney-knife-attacker-may-have-targeted-women/a-68818348
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