Shane Vander Hart: While in principle, it is moral and just for the government to execute those convicted of heinous crimes, there are plenty of good reasons why Iowa should not reinstitute the death penalty after 52 years.
Two Des Moines Metro Police Officers Shot and Killed
Urbandale Police Officer Justin Martin and Des Moines Police Sgt. Anthony Beminio were shot and killed in what the police describe as ambush-style attacks.
