mellaney moore , cbs 2 news a job that is literally out of this world. a special trip for in iowa native who is now above the glass season -- glass ceiling.>>> yesterday the temperature was near 80 degrees cbs 2 this morning - popular online shopping websites are being hacked more and more as the holiday shopping season new tonight - an iowa native is now on her way to the >>> new tonight. and iowa native is on her way to the international space station. peggy woodson joins two others beaconsfield -- that's in south central iowa.she and her crewmates launched this afternoon from kazakhstan. whitson is in the verge of space.she'll celebrate her 57th birthday on the international space station- beating the previous record by two years.the spacecraft is weatherfirst team coverage continues now -- with meteorologist rebecca kopelman who has a look at and coming up in sports sportsit's championship thursday at the dome -- how the rebels rallied and repeated in class a -- next on cbs 2. 2."cbs 2 news connects with you.call us at 1-800-222-kgan email us at news

mellaney moore, cbs 2 news live at 5 reporter joe huisinga is live in downtown cedar rapids where the christmas tree is in place and he has what is needed to get people into the holiday spirit. >> reporter: scott, the crews put up this christmas tree today and the donate a tree will be lit this saturday as part of another cedar rapids christmas tradition, the fire there is hopes of bringing people downtown and spreading holiday cheer.>> it is a time for experiencing something that is experience -- that is an show. there are so many excited i love seeing a downtown that's happening on saturdays in the middle of winter.that's not something that you see usually.start with a stroll through newbos very cherry christmas then grab a carriage to the czech village old world market before heading downtown for some musical entertainment. merry tuba christmas is one of the most unique events we've ever done is a national event the local group has their event here at the library and we're so grateful for that. when the tubas taper of carolers will pick up the chorus with a not so silent night of w

moore, cbs 2 news, live at five. the herbert hoover presidential library-museum is bringing ?back its ?tree mellaney moore cbs 2 news live at 5 bringing back the tree exhibit . this year's theme is timeless toys. some of the trees in the exhibit include a barbie tree, a monopoly treat, tree and much more. the exhibit's curator says that watching the reactions is the best part. >> people are excited in there is a lot of nostalgia. people walk up and they see a tree and they say, i remember that toy, that was my favorite. or, i remember my brother or sister had that one. >> reporter: you can see the exhibit from now through january 2. >>> let's check in with chief meteorologist terry swails . you mentioned that is snowing that's right. we have had some snow showers. we just stuck our stand -- our hands out. the december snowflakes are tender and won't accumulate much in eastern iowa. you can see right now that what is out there continues to spend southeast. we will track the snow from northwest to southeast. cbs 2 this morning - we all know being active is good for your healt now a new study claims ce

candidates.coralville says they will also have an open house.covering the corridor in coralville, mellaney moore cbs 2 news. right now -- a corridor teacher is being accused of mis. misconduct.mount vernon police say they were contacted by the mount vernon community school the allegations. allegations.cbs 2 news reporter dora miller reached out to school officials.she joins us with this developing story. this is still an ongoing investigation...for now, the teacher -- ely sotillo -- is on administrative leave.a concerned parent reached out to us saying a letter was read to students regarding the investigation into mr. sotillo. we reached out to the school about the letter... letter...they did say they released a statement on friday to mount vernon staff and a local newspaper.it says they are working with police to misconduct during the 2014 - 15 school year. year.the statement goes on to say the district will remain diligent in protecting students and adults at the scho. school.we're working to get more details on this investigation...we'll bring them to you as soon as we do. dora miller, cbs 2 news

coralville says they will also have an open house.covering the corridor in coralville, mellaney moore, cbs 2 news. new this afternoon - cbs 2 news has learned the young man who suffered major head trauma last wednesday while celebrating the cubs victory - has died. we also know who he is... his kyle leeney. he passed away this morning at the university of iowa hospitals. cbs 2 news was on scene last week when the young man climbed a light pole on the ped mall just outside of d-c's sports bar. the light fixture broke and he fell all the way to the ground hitting his head. right now -- a teacher is the young man climbed a leipold just outside of the dc sports bar. the light fixture broken he fell to the ground hitting his head. >>> right now a teacher is investigated by police in mount authorities work contacted by the mount vernon school district in october with allegations of misconduct. dora miller reached out to school officials and joins us now with the developing story. >> reporter: this is an ongoing story. for now, the teacher is on administrative leave. a letter was read to students

this can share their thoughts in person or on the phone.we covering the corridor in iowa city, mellaney moore cbs 2 news live at five "here's a live look a& terry will another look at your weather first forecast when live at 5 comes back. first - a look at what's coming up new tonight at six. this is scott sanborn, cbs 2 news is exploring why state officials employees should be concerned about their pension plans. plus - the cedar rapids businesses benefitting from a grant to help them revitalize. these stories and more all news tonight on cbs 2 news at the cbs >>> tonight on the cbs evening news. inside the tennessee wildfire that is forcing the evacuation of america's most visited national park. >>> what caused a plane carrying a brazilian soccer team to crash? >>> a bucket of ice that caused a social media praise gives news.>>> this is peach and perl, tiger cubs that are being raised by a dog right now. their mom rejected them at birth, but leon, the dog, took the cubs as his own. the most fascinating part is that this is not the first time leon has done this. he has raised tiger cubs before.

covering the corridor or and iowa city, mellaney moore, cbs 2 news some disagree and say they support the additional counseling. others have said enough laws about walking on interstates are already in place and we don't need another about specifically protect -- political protests. >>> the iowa football team's dramatic when maybe the top conversation on campus, but there have been two dorm room and patients in less than a week at the university of iowa. the most recent on sunday morning when a resident woke up to someone in their room. housing official, greg thompson, since this message to students. >> it is important for students to make sure that when they are on there for communities at the residence halls that they lock their doors at all times. e occur in the residence halls are crimes of convenience.>> reporter: this is the sixth crime alert on campus this corridor coffee shop has inspired a lot of reactions. cbs 2 news reporter joe huisinga tells us how community members are thanking cedar rapids officers. for a lot of people a cup of coffe is an important way of getting throu

the phone.we have those details on our website, cbs 2 iowa dot com.covering the iowa city, mellaney moore cbs 2 news live at five. governor branstad is sparking debate over the future of the iowa public employees' retirement system.some conversvative groups suggest replacing the system--known as ipers-- with a defined contribution program - similar to a 4-0-1-k.many wonder whether such a change would meet workers' needs."i am open to considering changes, but i want to assure people that we are not looking at eliminating financial hardships." opponents say public employees should be concerned about any potential plans to change the system.the program currently covers 350-thousand workers. a group on the west side of cedar rapids continues to work toward memorializing the community's resiliance in the wake of the 2008 flood. organizers say it's especially important following the recent flood in september. cbs 2 news reporter joe huisinga joins us now with their progress. organizers of the west side rising memorial project hope to have the sculpture complete before the 9th anniversary of the 200

mellaney moore , cbs 2 news live at 5 . >>> cbs 2 news is ringing in the holiday season to support the salvation army. we will be ringing the bell tomorrow at the nouveau city market from 10 a clock a.m. until six a clock p.m. from 10 a clock a.m. until six a clock p.m. the goal is to raise $500,000 to their operating budget. you can chat with the news crew and get into the giving spirit. >>> it was another beautiful day today, but you've been telling us this is it.>>> yes, i hope you enjoyed it. i don't think we will see 70s for months to come. it was nice while it lasted and now this big storm system over the plains states will move through here. we are looking for falling cbs 2 this morning - popular online shopping websites are being hacked more and more as the holiday shopping season gets closer -how you can protect your accounts.that's right now.. an iowa native is the oldest woman in space. 56-year old peggy whitson who grew up in beaco >>> right now and iowa native is the oldest woman in in iowa and she rocketed off the planet a short time ago. whitson will celebrate her 57th b

covering the corridor or and iowa city, mellaney moore, cbs >>> a popular appliance you have in your kitchen right now could have hidden risks. >> this is the control board. this here will get hot and overheat and then the smelting catches on fire.>> reporter: across the united states, dishwashers are being chart -- blamed for millions of dollars worth of damage. what you need to know about cbs 2 news 10 at 10. >>> as the industry expands, corridor groups are working to keep up. reporter joe huisinga tells us how. joe. >> reporter: technical skills like coding and creating software are becoming more routine in schools across the country. now a cedar rapids group is working to take people already in the workforce, are those looking for a change, ready to meet the demand for the growing skills. you may not always see it, but the tech industry is growing in the corridor. >> it feels like it is exploding. there are new tech enabled businesses starting all over eastern iowa. the businesses that you may not think of aztec businesses are rapidly growing using technology. >> reporter: when i

iowa city, mellaney moore, cbs 2 news . >>> the man who killed and 11- year-old minnesota away will spend the next 20 years behind henrich led police to jacob wetterling's remains - nearly three decades after the murder. police say he admitted to kidnapping, sexually assaulting and shooting the boy - as part of a plea deal. once henrich is released from prison he will be under supervised release for the rest of his life. u-s agriculture secretary and fears that a donald trump presidency will mean cuts for renewable fuel standards.vilasack says the industry supports too many jobs in rural areas to be dismantled.right now - the u-s environmental protection agency is looking to raise its targets for national bio-fuel consumption.earlier this year - trump supported increasing the mandate - however his campaign has since pushed for cutting a bio-fuel blending credit. governor branstad says he believes congress will do the rit problems within obamacare. "i have confidence that the new trump administration and congress -- will indeed -- hopefully not too in the distant future will replace it wit

covering the corridor and cedar rapids, mellaney moore, cbs 2 news let's turn to meteorologist terry swails for the weather first forecast. >>> the rain that was around is now moving into illinois . we will be clearing the skies and that means more nice weather for us as we push toward ernon, and i approve this message. congressman blum's smear campaign -- misleading and false. the truth -- monica vernon donated every pay raise to charity and cut taxes for us. but multi-millionaire blum broke his word, keeping nearly $200,000 in taxpayer-funded paychecks. blum wasted even more of your tax dollars on himself. worse, he tried to cut medicare and raise the retirement age. congressman blum's only out for himself. i love war in a certain way. ahh i don't know what i said, ahh i don't remember! i moved on her like a [expletive] and congressman rod blum said. send me back to congress, and you send donald trump to the white house. rod blum still supports trump today. and even attacked republicans who spoke out against trump. send me back to congress, and you send donald trump to the white ho

covering the corridor or and iowa city, mellaney moore, cbs 2 news, cbs 2 -- live at 5 let's go to terry swails. beautiful weather all around. >>> you can see that the upper skies. cbs 2 this morning - faith .. and flying.the suprising feature many travelers don't already know about when they go to some u-s airports.find the national christmas tree has been cut down in >>> the national christmas tree has been cut down in idaho and now it is on the tour -- a tour of the state. it will make 15 stops before traveling 3000 miles to washington, dc. this bruce was chosen from among 4 finalists that met specifications set by the architect of the capitol. the tree will be decorated with over 18,000 had made ornaments on december 6, and iowa president will put the switch to turn on the holiday lights. it is so exciting. it doesn't even feel like christmas right now.>>> no. this weekend the temperatures will be more representative of mid-september than november. some places have not even seen a frost in the viewing area and that is unusual. the warm weather will be around for several days to come

cbs 2 news reporter mellaney moore explains how helping out could help you. the johnson county crisis center operates a 24 hour crisis line, chat and text, a mobile crisis outreach program, the largest food bank in the county and rent and utility assistance.the services impact thousands of johnson county residents each year and that takes a lot of resources.sara sedlacek, crisis center communication 07:03:37 we get over 43 percent of our income from donations from the community. sedlacek says generally, a third of donations come in a single month.07:04:12 we usually start seeing a little bit of a spike in november, but the number usually triples in decemberpeople say it feels good to give and there are reasons why:mollie burke, ph.d., hope springs behavioral consultants07:19:29 lots of us like to think of ourselves as giving, warm, kind, loving giving, warm, ourselves as think of us like to 07:19:29 lots of consultantsbehavioral lots of us like to think of ourselves as giving, warm, kind, loving people and i think taking direct action on those things that we

marion, kevin barry, cbs 2 news there's a new way to travel anywhere in the state . mellaney moore is looking into a new resource from the iowa department of transportation.>> reporter: it is called the iowa brides share which the new site where you can go to find out who else is headed in your direction. if you are interested in carpooling, the department of transportation says that the iowa brides virtual bulletin board. >> it is great. i think a collegetown is a great market for that. with the people that hate alternative transportation. >> reporter: the doc -- dlt available, is there someone that's just going in their personal car that's willing to take me?cutler says consolidating travelers means fewer cars on roads.she says that can help construction and some gas money and make a new friend, too.06:17:38 you create a little profile. you say if you're a male or a female. if you're a smoker, non smoker. you can agree to meet ahead of time and maybe talk to the person, get to know them a little bit.cutler says you can also choose walking or biking and see if anyone wants to come

house.cbs 2 news reporter mellaney moore spoke with nielsen about her move and what the city can do now. joins us live in north liberty. the auditor tells cbs 2 news johnson county had record voter turn out yesterday.here in north liberty, residents now have more decisions to make about their leadership. leadership. amy nielsen has served as north liberty's mayor for almost two years.amy nielsen, nl mayor19:08:21 it's been exciting and exhausting and challenging and rewarding and everything that you would be. i've absolutely loved it. i've met so many fantastic people.now she will have to resign as mayor before taking a new direction, representing district 77 in the state house of representatives.johnson county auditor travis weipert says once that happens, the city council has 40 days to appoint a new mayor.travis weipert, johnson county auditor 18:56:09 if they appoint, the citizens of north liberty can petition to have a vote. if they decide not to petition and go along with the council's that person will be up for election come november of next year.weipert says right now the office is looking into the specifics of how many voters >> re