# Tuesday, May 12th, 2026

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Podcast: [Here First](https://stenobird.com/podcast/here-first-3071566)
Published: 2026-05-12T11:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.iowapublicradio.org/podcast/here-first/2026-05-12/tuesday-may-12th-2026
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Duration seconds: 206

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A new state law makes it a felony to torture an animal. A teenager has been charged with five counts of attempted murder in connection to the Iowa City shooting last month. And the Democratic candidate for state treasurer is asking for details about the departure of two top IPERS officials.

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