Oppelt murder trial resumes with jury instructions draft
The David Oppelt trial in Iowa City continues after a one day recess to finalize jury instructions. Prosecutors and defense discuss insanity and mental health testimony from three psychiatrists and discounted police interview disclosures. Oppelt, 24, faces first degree murder in the May 27 stabbing of Steven Scott White, 16. He is held on $100000 bond.
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Rohovit
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Inmates to get one hour weekly exercise at Iowa State Penitentiary
The Department of Social Services says inmates may exercise one hour per week at the maximum security Iowa State Penitentiary after a uprising in September damaged the facility. The plan limits 15 to 18 inmates in a fenced yard area and uses the gym in bad weather while a court stay tempers other proposed schedules.
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Iowa Special Session Cost Tops Sixty Thousand Dollars
AP reports the three day August special session cost taxpayers over $60,000 with the House at $38,622 and the Senate at $22,603. The June first session added more than $55,000. A second session was needed to redraw districts raise the gasoline tax and fund rail projects. Legislative salaries led August expenses at $20,000 with almost $13,000 for expenses and $11,000 for part time staff.
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Des Moines
Iowa
House
Senate
Iowa Pet Owners Slow to Vaccinate Against Rabies
Des Moines AP report shows Iowa cat and dog owners ignoring governor and health officials urging rabies vaccinations. Fred Wertmen of the Iowa Veterinary Medical Association notes a lack of concern and a task force will alert owners as a rise in rabies risks from more wildlife is reported. About 50 percent of dogs are vaccinated under current law.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Fred Wertmen
Iowa Veterinary Medical Association
Wertmen
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