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Iowa early News Headlines: Mon., May 18th 2015

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May 18th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Strong storms damaged farm buildings across central Iowa, knocked down trees and toppled dozens of empty railcars. The storms caused damage in Decatur, Clarke, Dallas, Boone and Madison counties as it moved across the state early Sunday morning.

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — With limited time left before the Iowa legislative session ends, lawmakers have one more opportunity to revive failed bills — with the legislative equivalent of a hail Mary pass, otherwise known as the standing appropriations bill. Often dubbed a “Christmas tree” or “kitchen sink,” the standing appropriations bill is a sweeping measure that includes billions in state spending for a variety of purposes.

WATERLOO, Iowa (AP) — A 15-year-old girl was fatally shot at her home in Waterloo, and now her younger brother is facing charges. The Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier reports the girl was shot Friday evening and died later at the hospital. Her 14-year-old brother was arrested early Saturday on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter. Police said the brother stole a handgun Friday and later shot his sister with the weapon accidentally. The brother is also facing burglary and weapons charges.

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Someone purchased a Powerball ticket worth $1 million at a Des Moines supermarket before Saturday’s drawing. Iowa Lottery officials say the ticket purchased at Cash Saver matched five of the six numbers in the game. No one won Saturday’s jackpot of $110 million, so the prize will grow to $121 million for this Wednesday’s drawing.