5 injured, one critically, in shooting near University of Iowa campus, officials say

Five people were injured early Sunday in ashootingon a pedestrian mall near the University of Iowa campus in downtown Iowa City, according police.

At least three University of Iowa students were among those injured, according to the school's president.

Iowa City Police Department officials said the gunfire erupted after a "large fight" broke out on the pedestrian mall around 1:46 a.m. local time. "Multiple victims" were injured in the shooting, police said in a statement at the time. They later said that they had identified five victims in total, one of whom was in critical condition. The remaining victims were in stable condition, according to police.

"Arriving officers heard gunfire. First responders on scene. Confirmed victims," police said in a statement about the shooting that occurred near the intersection of East College St. and St. Clinton Street, just east of the University of Iowa campus.

In a statement to staff and faculty Sunday, University of Iowa President Barb Wilson said that at least three University of Iowa students were injured in the incident.

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"While we await additional information, I am thinking about these students and their families, friends, and all the people who care about them,"Wilson said. "I am holding them close in my thoughts, along with everyone in our community who is hurting or feeling shaken right now."

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There were no immediate announcements of any arrests made in connection with the shooting. However, investigators released a surveillance photo of what they said were four persons of interest associated with the shooting, and are asking the public's help in identifying them.

"Kevin’s and my prayers this morning are with the victims of the shooting in Iowa City and their families," Iowa Gov. Kim Reynoldsposted on XSunday morning. "This senseless act of violence has devastated the university community and our state. I have spoken with University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson and Board of Regents Chair Robert Cramer and assured them that the full resources of the state are available to assist with the investigation. The Department of Public Safety has contacted the Iowa City Police Department to offer their support."

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Bystander videos verified by ABC News showed multiple people fighting on the pedestrian mall and a large crowd running for cover as gunshots were heard.

"At this time, multiple victims have been taken to area hospitals to be treated for wounds suffered in the shooting," according to the initial police statement. "No information on their conditions is available at this time."

Police told people to avoid the area.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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April 21, 2026

5 injured, one critically, in shooting near University of Iowa campus, officials say

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Japan scraps a ban on lethal weapons exports in a change of its postwar pacifist policy

TOKYO (AP) — Japan on Tuesday scrapped a ban on lethal weapons exports, a major change in its postwar pacifist policy as the country seeks to build up its arms industry amid worries over Chinese and North Korean aggression.

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The approval byPrime Minister Sanae Takaichi’sCabinet of the new guideline clears a final set of hurdles for many arms sales, including of Japanese-developed warships, combat drones and other weapons.

China criticized the change in policy, but it has been largely welcomed by Japanese defense partners like Australia and attracted interest from Southeast Asia and Europe.

Opponents say the change violates Japan’s pacifist constitution and will increase global tensions and threaten the safety of the Japanese people.

The new policy will “ensure safety for Japan and further contribute to the peace and stability in the region and the international society as the security environment around our country rapidly changes,” Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara told reporters. “The government will strategically promote defense equipment transfers to create a security environment that is desirable for Japan and to build up the industrial base that can support fighting resilience."

Japan could start selling weapons like missiles and destroyers

Japan has long prohibited most arms exports under its post-World War II pacifist constitution. It has made recent changes because of rising global and regional tensions, but exports were limited to five areas: rescue, transport, alerts, surveillance and minesweeping.

The new guidelines scrap those limits and allows the export of equipment such as fighter jets, missiles and destroyers. That's a major change from existing exports such as flak jackets, gas masks and civilian-use vehicles that Japan has sent to Ukraine and intelligence radars sold to the Philippines.

For now, such exports will be limited to17 countriesthat have signed defense equipment and technology transfer agreements with Japan. They also must be approved by the National Security Council, and the government will monitor how the weapons are managed afterward.

Japan remains committed to strict screening and export controls to third countries and will not offer lethal weapons to countries at war, officials said, but granted that exceptions could be made to that limit.

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Japan began to export some non-lethal military supplies in 2014, and in December 2023 it approved a change that would allow sales of dozens of lethal weapons and components that it manufactures under licenses from other countries back to the licensors, clearing the way for Japan to sell U.S.-designed Patriot missiles to America to make up for munitions that Washington sent to Ukraine.

The 2023 revision also paved the way for Japan to jointly develop a sixth-generation fighter jet with Britain and Italy, and for Japan's biggest arms deal ever, which was formalized last week with Australia. It calls for Japan to deliver the first three of a $6.5 billion fleet of Japanese-designed frigates for the Australian navy and jointly build eight others in that country.

Japan aims to build up its arms industry

Japan's domestic defense industry was long seen as a bad investment, limited to catering to only the Self-Defense Force and Defense Ministry. Dozens of former defense contractors have withdrawn from the market.

That is changing as Japan accelerates a buildupof its militaryand defense industry to play more offensive roles in the face of threats from China, North Korea and Russia.

The defense industry is one of 17 strategic areas targeted for growth under the Takaichi government. A growing number of major companies and startups are showing interest, especially in dual-use goods and drones.

The government also has increased funding for startups and academic research.

Officials say they believe Japan’s new arms transfer rules would contribute to deepening of military and defense equipment cooperation with Japanese partners and to the regional deterrence.

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Australia on Saturday signed an agreement with Japan for delivery of three of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' upgraded Mogami-class frigates and to jointly produce eight others. It welcomed Tokyo’s new policy as a move to deepen their defense partnership.

New Zealand has also showed interest in the Japanese frigates. Several other countries have also expressed interests in Japanese defense equipment, including the Philippines, which is seeking to buy used destroyers, officials said.

Last week, a group of 30 NATO representatives visited Japan to discuss further deepening ties as the U.S. commitment to its alliance has been shaken by U.S. President Donald Trump. They visited a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electric Corp., which is part of the trilateral fighter jet project and also known for its satellite technology.

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Japan scraps a ban on lethal weapons exports in a change of its postwar pacifist policy

TOKYO (AP) — Japan on Tuesday scrapped a ban on lethal weapons exports, a major change in its postwar pacifist policy as the country se...

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Frank Sinatra’s Daughter Slams Donald Trump For Posting His Song

Nancy Sinatramade her feelings clear after President Donald Trump shared a clip of her late father performing one of his most iconic songs. The singer’s daughter took to social media to condemn the post, while also addressing what could be done about it.

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Nancy Sinatra has publicly slammed President Donald Trump for sharing a clip of her father, Frank Sinatra, performing “My Way.” The 85-year-old took to X on Sunday, April 19, calling Trump’s post “a sacrilege.”

Trump, 79, posted a nearly four-minute clip of Frank Sinatra’s live performance of “My Way” on Truth Social on Saturday, April 18. The president did not add any context to the post, sparking widespread speculation about his intentions.

When a fan asked Nancy if anything could be done about Trump’s post, she responded directly. “Unfortunately, no. The only people who can do something are the publishers,” she wrote via X.

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Nancy also reposted comments from fans highlighting her father’s feelings toward the president. “Nancy Sinatra will confirm again that her father loathed Donald Trump,” one reposted comment read. Another fan added, “Trump may love Sinatra, but Sinatra did not love Trump.” Frank Sinatra died at age 82 in 1998.

Some users speculated the post signaled declining health, which has been rumored in recent weeks. White House communications director Steven Cheung denied claims that Trump was hospitalized earlier this month. Others connected the post to ongoing military operations in Iran, which began in February when the U.S. and Israel launched airstrikes on the country.

One user noted Trump has made three posts in roughly six days built around themes of legacy, morality, and reflection. The user called it “a pattern worth naming,” adding that “the context underneath” includes the fact that Trump turns 80 in June. He remains the oldest person ever to serve as U.S. president, a record he previously took from himself.

Originally reported by Vritti Johar onMandatory.com.

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Oddsmakers favor Presidents' Trophy-winning Avs to win Stanley Cup

The Colorado Avalanche, out to end the miserable postseason history for Presidents' Trophy winners, are the unanimous favorite to lift the Stanley Cup with the playoffs about to start.

The regular season concluded Thursday night, and the final two first-round playoff matchups were confirmed.

The Edmonton Oilers routed the Vancouver Canucks 6-1 and claimed second place in the Pacific Division, setting up a best-of-seven series against the Pacific's third-place team, the Anaheim Ducks. The Kings fell 3-1 to the Calgary Flames and slipped into the Western Conference's second wild-card slot. Los Angeles will open against the NHL-leading Avalanche on Sunday in Denver.

The other six series were already confirmed before Thursday.

In the Western Conference, the Dallas Stars will have home-ice advantage on the Minnesota Wild, and the Pacific Division champion Vegas Golden Knights will oppose the wild-card Utah Mammoth.

The Eastern Conference matchups are headed by the Metropolitan Division champion Carolina Hurricanes facing the wild-card Ottawa Senators and the Atlanta Division champion Buffalo Sabres meeting the wild-card Boston Bruins.

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In an Atlantic Division matchup, the second-place Tampa Bay Lightning will oppose the Montreal Canadiens, while the second-place Pittsburgh Penguins will skate against the third-place Philadelphia Flyers in a Metropolitan Division clash.

Oddsmakers like the Avalanche's chances of going all the way, with Colorado listed at +300 by both DraftKings and BetMGM and at +320 by FanDuel.

The winner of the Presidents' Trophy, given to the NHL team with the most regular-season points, hasn't won the Stanley Cup since the Chicago Blackhawks accomplished the feat in 2012-13. Since then, 10 of the 12 Presidents' Trophy recipients bombed out of the postseason in the first or second round, with just the New York Rangers (in 2014-15 and 2023-24) advancing to the conference finals.

The Hurricanes and Lightning are next among the Cup favorites. Carolina has +475 odds at DraftKings and +500 at both BetMGM and FanDuel. Tampa Bay is +390 at FanDuel and +500 at both DraftKings and BetMGM.

All other teams have odds of at least +1000, generally headed by the Stars, Golden Knights and Oilers.

The biggest longshots are the Kings, Flyers and Ducks, all at least +5000 at each book.

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