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Two Georgia residents charged after central Iowa bank robbed
A man and woman from Georgia are in custody after a bank robbery in West Des Moines. According to a news release from West Des Moines Police, a bank near the Jordan Creek Shopping mall was robbed late Wednesday afternoon and a suspect and a getaway vehicle were identified.
Chief Wingert recaps 30-year career he thought wouldn’t last 30-days
It is the sunset on what became a dream career. “The most rewarding thing for me is just a dude that had a front-row seat to watch people do incredible things every
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa opens youth mentoring center in Des Moines
Leaders from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday at its new location at 2130 Grand Ave. in.
EPA adds segments of Des Moines, Raccoon Rivers to state impaired bodies of water list
Every two years the Iowa Department of Natural Resources has to submit a list of impaired bodies of water. More than half of Iowa’s rivers and lakes are considered impaired, and the five new rivers added onto the list have high levels of nitrate and nitrite.
New EMC sign, exceeding size and height limits, gets OK to tower over downtown Des Moines
Overcoming the objections of city staff, a new logo for EMC Insurance will get a prominent spot in downtown Des Moines' southern skyline.
'I am humbled': J Ann Selzer quits polling after she wrongly predicted Harris winning Iowa
Trump ultimately won the state and the presidential race by a landslide, leaving Democrats in complete shambles. When the votes were ultimately counted, it was found out that Selzer was off by 16 poin
J. Ann Selzer, pollster who predicted Kamala Harris would win Iowa, retires after massive miss
J. Ann Selzer is retiring from election polling just weeks after her once-respected poll showed that Kamala Harris was leading in Iowa — only for Donald Trump to win the state by more than 13 percentage points on election day.
West Des Moines son and dad develop app to help struggling families
"Her mindset was, 'How do I help service people on any given day?'" Lisa lost her battle in February 2023. Jeff and his f
Veteran pollster Ann Selzer ending election polling after 'big miss' in Iowa survey
Veteran pollster J. Ann Selzer is moving on to "other ventures" after her final election poll in Iowa inaccurately showed Harris ahead of Trump.
Ann Selzer to step away from Iowa Poll with the Des Moines Register
Iowa pollster J. Ann Selzer, whose most recent presidential projection was about 16 percentage points from the eventual count, says she is retiring from elections polling after 25 years of predicting results in the politically important Midwestern state.
Caitlin Clark attends Iowa women's basketball game vs Drake at Knapp Center
Former Iowa women's basketball star Caitlin Clark is in attendance at the Hawkeyes' game vs Drake at the Knapp Center in Des Moines.
Trial set for Burlington man accused of injuring another man during machete attack
The trial date is set for a Burlington man accused of injuring another man during a machete attack back in September.
Drake University partners with Homeward to release study on families experiencing homelessness
Drake University worked with Polk County continuum organization Homeward on a study about families experiencing homelessness in Des Moines.
Latest Phone Scam Preys On Iowans With Lost Pets
Iowa’s largest nonprofit animal shelter is issuing a warning about scammers targeting the owners of lost pets. The Animal Rescue League of Iowa says it’s gotten […]
Democrats won't win by sacrificing one constituency for another | Opinion
"Saving America won’t be accomplished by further abandoning some of those Trump is hurting most," writes Rekha Basu.
Gov. Reynolds Orders Flags To Half-Staff Saturday For Fallen Iowa Navy Service Member
Governor Kim Reynolds orders the flags to be flown at half-staff on Saturday to honor a fallen Navy service member from Altoona. Machinist’s Mate Nuclear Second Class (MMN2) Petty Officer Elijah Hummel died on Nov.
Trump wins, Ann Selzer loses
It’s time for Iowa politics to abandon Ann Selzer and the Des Moines Register. For too long, we have let Ann Selzer use her polls to influence races. She is fully aware that her polls can influence voters. She said it herself in a guest column she wrote ...
DMACC Named To 2024 Military Times Best For Vets College List
Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) has been named one of Military Times’ 2024 “Best For Vets: Colleges”, recognized for its ongoing support of service members and veterans. The list ranks the t
Iowa Republican US Sen. Joni Ernst defeated in Senate leadership race
Iowa's U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst was defeated in her bid for the Senate Republican conference chair position, losing out to Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton.
Des Moines Airport assistant director to take helm as current exec retires
"Brian was that ideal choice then, and we are confident in his vision and capability to guide Iowa’s Airport into its next phase." Brian Mulcahy, currently serves assistant executive director of the Des Moines International Airport Authority, will take ...
Street-level aid groups do battle with bulldozers and broken systems as Des Moines’ anti-homeless ordinances encroach
On Sept. 16, the Des Moines City Council passed a pair of ordinances designed to prevent unsheltered citizens from sleeping or living on public property. The first ordinance will make […]
‘The Good Butcher’ open in Des Moines’ Sherman Hill neighborhood
A butcher shop is drawing people to the Sherman Hill neighborhood after opening its doors in October. The Good Butcher is a retail butcher shop focused on curing small and
Des Moines-area 12-year-old pens book about rising above racism
A central Iowa girl who had a bout with bullying and bigotry has turned around what happened by writing a book that aims to make a positive difference in the world. Twelve-year-old Saily Bah of Urbandale says her goal for the book, called “Rise Above ...
Ready for holiday shopping? Try these Des Moines craft and holiday shopping events
It's time to grab some hot cocoa, candy canes and shop. From the Holiday Boutique to makers markets and Jingle in the Junction, here's where to go.
How to watch Iowa vs South Dakota today: Time, channel for college basketball game
Iowa vs South Dakota will be broadcast nationally on Big Ten Network in Week 2 of the 2024 college basketball season. Streaming options include FUBO, which offers a free trail to new subscribers. More: Iowa basketball sophomore Pryce Sandfort quickly emerging as weapon for Hawkeyes men
VA Loans Empowering Veteran Homeownership
A new study examines the top metro areas where military homeownership rates have surpassed non-military rates, taking a deeper look at the factors for this rise.
Partnership announces 2024 Inclusion Award winners
The Greater Des Moines Partnership has announced the honorees for its 2024 Inclusion Awards, which highlight companies and organizations championing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in business and the community.
Holiday shopping event for fab finds returns this weekend
The Des Moines Holiday Boutique is back! The epic event where you can shop for just about everyone on your list in one place is this weekend at the Iowa Events Center. You can get tickets here:
Drake University announces full-tuition financial aid options for Iowa students
45 Greenfield-.30 Griswold-.45 G... Nov 05, 2024 Iowa Congressional District 1 Race Still Not Official (Des Moines) Five days after the General Election, a winner has not yet been declared in the race for Iowa's 1st Congressional District. The Associated ...
Capitol Notebook: Konfrst reelected to lead Iowa House Dems as GOP increase supermajority
Hinson was seen as a favorite to replace Stefanik, who has been tapped for a top position in President-elect Donald Trump's administration, as one of the top ranking GOP leaders in Congress. Trump on Monday announced he chose Stefanik to serve as his ambassador to the United Nations.
No call yet in Iowa's closely contested 1st Congressional District
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The Associated Press as of Wednesday has not called the race in Iowa's 1st Congressional District because the margin is close enough that it could prompt a recount. Democratic nominee for Iowa's 1st congressional district ...
2 Iowa facilities added to federal list of the nation’s worst nursing homes
The other eight Iowa nursing homes deemed eligible for the designation are Correctionville Specialty Care, Westwood Specialty Care of Sioux City, Greater Southside Health and Rehabilitation of Des Moines, Harmony West of West Des Moines, The Ivy at ...
Iowa LGBTQ+ couples marrying before Trump takes office, cite fears about same-sex marriage protections
According to CBS News, Trump's support has wavered on same-sex marriages, varying from outright support to suggesting he may appoint U.S. Supreme Court justices who would overturn the ruling that grants the right.
Iowa women's basketball surges by Virginia Tech in Charlotte
For all that's new with this Iowa women's basketball team, this elite experience gained the last two seasons doesn't just evaporate for everyone who went through it. Those who remain have been through their fare share of grueling affairs. Another one ...
Possible Leak of Ann Selzer’s Bombshell Iowa Poll Being Investigated
Breaking News Intern A possible leak of Ann Selzer‘s now-infamous Iowa presidential election poll is being investigated by the publisher of the Des Moines Register. According to Semafor, newspaper chain Gannett, the Des Moines Register’s publisher ...