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NEW LEGISLATION: Decriminalizing HIV
In 2008, prosecutors charged Iowan, Nick Rhoades with criminal transmission of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, even though he practiced safe sex and his partner did not contract HIV. Rhoades was...
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WEEKLY WORKOUT: Do You Have The Stones For Curling?
You probably watched curling during the winter Olympics, but odds are you don’t know much about it, and you’ve probably never tried it. Drake student John Maher gave us the opportunity, and an...
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ROAD RACES: Know What You’re Running For
The road race season is just around the corner. But before you pay that entry fee, you may want to take a second look at where the money is going. A lot of runners race for a cause. Some lace up their...
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WEEKLY WORKOUT: Healthy Aging, You Just Adjust
It’s not necessarily about the length of life, rather it’s the quality of life. That’s the philosophy at the Wesley Life Edgewater Retirement Community. At first glance, you might think it’s a...
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WATER WORKS: H2O Service Line Insurance Plan
The connector is the line of demarcation, so to speak if there are problems with your water service line. “From that connection all the way to your house, including what’s called a stop box… you own,”...
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WEELY WORKOUT: Correct Cardio
The cold and windy weather means most of us are staying inside to work up a sweat, and for many – machines at the gym are the first choice. You probably don’t realize that you could be making major...
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PILOT PROGRAM: Cameras In City Cars
They travel about 70 million miles a year at a cost of about $14 million dollars to tax payers. “Vehicles and fleets are a big part of what our budget is,” says Des Moines City Manager, Rick Clark. He...
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WEEKLY WORKOUT: Do It At Home
A lot of people say they just can’t make it to the gym. With personal trainer, Amy Drefke, you don’t have to go the gym. She’ll come to you. “I walk into people’s homes with whatever equipment they...
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JOHN COOK: Giving Back, It Takes Guts
When your kidney’s don’t work, dialysis is what keeps you alive. John Cook has spent countless hours having his blood cleaned and waiting for a new kidney. Seconds seemed like minutes, hours like...
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DRYER DANGERS: Preventing A Fire At Home
Up to 15,000 fires a year are blamed on an appliance you use everyday. Nationwide, those fires result in about 10 deaths. Putting your dryer on your spring cleaning list can prevent a fire and save...
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LONG HISTORY: Carjacking Suspects Arrest Records
A 16-year-old and two 15-year-olds are accused of beating and robbing Mike Wasike during a carjacking on February 26th, but this isn’t their first encounter with police. Joan Namanchemo and her...
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WEEKLY WORKOUT: Training With Injuries
Injured? That doesn’t necessarily mean you have to abandon your workout. “You want to check with your doctor,” says personal trainer, Angie Gallagher. “Sometimes they’ll give you recommendations as...
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WEEKLY WORKOUT: Belly Dancing
Several years ago, Kristina Moseley was frustrated. Back injuries prevented her from doing traditional workouts, but she needed to lose weight. A belly dancing DVD changed her life. “It’s kind of...
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WEEKLY WORKOUT: Gym Etiquette
Most of us have shared gym space with someone who doesn’t quite “get” gym etiquette. So here’s a primer on everything from what to wear, what to say and when to keep quiet. “I think a lot of people...
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DURHAM’S TRAVELS: What It Costs Taxpayers
First class plane tickets, five-star hotels, a private tour of an Italian convent – it sounds like a dream vacation. But for Iowa’s Economic Development Director, it’s just another day on the job....
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DENNIS WALTERS: Back On The Course
From a distance, Dennis Walterslooks like just about any other golfer on the course. But then there’s his dog, Bucky. Believe it or not, Bucky can count. “How many tires on a car?” asks Dennis....
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WEEKLY WORKOUT: Busting A Move At Hip Hop Abs
It’s called Hip Hop Abs. The class is a combination of dance and abdominal work. The focus is on the core, but the rest of your body – and mind – will get a great workout. Jen Kees, the owner of...
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WEEKLY WORKOUT: Power Life Yoga
Adam Geneser and his wife, Stephanie dumped everything for a new way of life and a new approach to yoga. “I had a corporate job, a really nice job,” says Adam. The Genesers moved from Denver to Des...
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BRUTAL CARJACKING: Judge’s Ruling Leaves Family Hopeful
A judge has decided to try two teens accused of a brutal carjacking as adults. Mike Wasike’s vehicle was stolen and he was left beaten and lying in the street last February. Police say three teenagers...
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COMMERCIAL BREEDERS: Auctions Uncovered
According to a recent USDA report, Iowa now ranks second in the country in the number of commercial dog breeders. Only Missouri has more. In this Channel 13 investigation, we’re taking you inside...
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