The latest local news headlines from KCCI News 8.
More officers out, extra traffic expected
During Thursday and Monday, 31.2 million Americans will drive 50 miles or more...
Former Iowa Playboy bunny appeals case against Sammy Hagar
The Iowa woman filed the appeal Wednesday.
Shepard Abduction: Kathlynn's family releases statement
Two girls were abducted from a bus stop Monday -- one was able to escape.
Air ambulance called to crash scene
A dispatcher uses the man's cellphone signal to track down his location.
Abduction timeline: Investigators retracing Shepard's day
A new map shows key locations in the case.
Former city attorney arrested on felony charges
The charges were filled following an audit.
West Des Moines names interim superintendent
The school board made the decision Wednesday.
Shepard Abduction: Community coordinates efforts on Facebook
Facebook becomes a valuable tool in the Shepard search.
Shepard billboards appearing across Iowa
News of the case continues to spread across Iowa.
Should cities require new homes have tornado safe rooms?
The rooms typically cost about $4,000 to add during construction.
Noreen Gosch asks: 'Why didn't he get life in prison?'
An Iowa mother says Michael Klunder should never have been on the streets.
End of legislative session delayed again
Iowa lawmakers are expected back in the state Capitol on Wednesday and legislative leaders say they are close to concluding the 2013 session.
District drops plan for armed officers in schools
The school board voted unanimously Tuesday night not to pursue a federal grant that would partially fund two school resource officers for four years.
Neighbors: Michael Klunder lived a double life
A man suspected in the kidnappings of two northern Iowa girls appeared to be living a double life.
Hy-Vee, AE Dairy donate groceries to Primate Sanctuary
The Iowa Primate Learning Sanctuary is crediting two Des Moines area businesses with providing food donations that have kept the organization operating
Officials track down what made 43 sick at school
Lab results are now back.
Shepard Abduction: Who is Michael J. Klunder?
A look at the criminal background of the man authorities said abducted two girls.
Workers climb on top of locomotive as floodwater rises
The train derailed after floodwater washed out the rail line.
Rape reported at ISU dorm
A 23-year-old man has been charged in the case.
City plans to continue urban deer hunting program
Officials said an urban deer hunting program in was such a success they plan to bring the program back.
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'Gone In 60 Seconds' Shelby GT500 sells for $1 million
Nicolas Cage's 1967 Shelby GT500 "Eleanor" from "Gone In 60 Seconds" sold at auction.
In Music
Brian May calls 'The Voice' a 'stupid, stupid idea'
Brian May says he hopes "The Voice" on NBC "dies a natural death very soon."
How does Brad Pitt embarrass his kids?
Brad Pitt regularly leaves his children squirming with disgust doing this.
Jesse James accidentally chops off finger
Jesse James has chopped off the tip of his little finger after an accident in his workshop.
David Spade donates $200,000 to Oklahoma tornado victims
Comedian David Spade has handed $200,000 to the victims of the deadly tornado in Oklahoma.