DAVENPORT, Iowa – An Iowa City man was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for receiving child pornography. According to public court documents, law enforcement received multiple CyberTips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children that 23-year-old Cody Andrew Long had uploaded files containing child sexual abuse material. Law enforcement searched Long’s cell phone and a computer located at Long’s Iowa City residence which revealed approximately 100 images and 25 videos. After completing his term of imprisonment, Long will be required to serve an eight-year term of supervised release. Long was also ordered to pay $10,000 in restitution.

IOWA – Widespread showers and storms are likely Wednesday into Wednesday night. This includes the potential for severe weather during the afternoon and evening hours, according to the National Weather Service, particularly over southern Iowa. Severe weather threats include a few tornadoes, strong winds, and hail. Uncertainty remains with the extent of the tornado threat. Higher risk levels may move further north across Iowa border. Those with outdoor plans should pay close attention for changing weather conditions and have a sheltering plan in place. Many Iowa communities could see between 1-3″ of rainfall by Thursday morning as well.

IOWA – Central Iowa communities will be trick-or-treating with the rest of the state this year due to the anticipated forecast. The Associated Press says the City of Des Moines is postponing Beggar’s Night — typically held the day before Halloween. Their report indicated this was the first time since 1938 that Des Moines residents will be handing out and receiving candy on the Halloween holiday. Several other central Iowa communities have also moved their events to Thursday.