Tom Gross, 60, has planted the popular leg lamp from the filmout in the front yard of his West Des Moines home for the past couple of years.
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Sen. Flake: Franken is a friend, did right thing
Republican Senator Jeff Flake said Senator Al Franken’s decision to resign amid allegations of sexual misconduct was “the right thing” to do. (Dec. 7)
Fat squirrel caught on video stealing goodies
An obese squirrel was caught on video stealing gourmet chocolate and lip balm that a family leaves outside as a holiday treat for delivery people. (Dec 7)
Michigan doctor sentenced to 60 years for child porn
An elite Michigan sports doctor who possessed child pornography and assaulted gymnasts was sentenced Thursday to 60 years in federal prison in one of three criminal cases that ensure he will never be free again. (Dec. 7)
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Minnesota college students agree with Franken resignation
Students at a Minnesota private liberal arts college say Sen. Al Franken had no choice but to resign amid allegations of sexual misconduct. (Dec. 7)
Highway travel disrupted by Calif. wildfire
Authorities closed a major freeway Thursday as flames from the Southern California wildfire jumped lanes and threatened beach front homes. (Dec. 7)
Trump proclaims Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
President Donald Trump signed a proclamation Thursday at the White House for National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. (Dec. 7)
Houston road rage incident caught on camera
A Houston television station captured a road rage incident on tape that showed two motorists firing at each other after their vehicles were involved in a minor accident. (Dec. 7)
Trump Jr. mocks Al Franken’s resignation speech
Donald Trump, Jr is trolling Al Franken’s time at SNL, by using his own words against him. Nathan Rousseau Smith (@FantasticMrNate) has the story.
Mom Bod: Mom shares her secrets to finding mom friends
Cali Hix suffered from postpartum depression after the births of both of her children. She said joining mom groups like FIT4MOM and asking moms out on play dates made her feel like she wasn’t alone.