The superintendent arrested by ICE had a consulting gig. His districts repeatedly hired the...
Since his arrest last month by immigration agents, the public has grappled with how Ian Roberts became a public schools leader despite lacking authorization to work in the U.S., a history of criminal
2025 Trick-or-Treat and Beggers’ Night Schedule
This year Halloween falls on a Friday and while most towns are hosting their celebrations day of, several towns are holding their festivities during the week leading up. Check out the list below to find your local Trick-or-Treating event. LOCATION DATE TIME Adel Oct. 31 6 to 8 p.m. Altoona Oct. 31 6 to 8 […]
Woman leads police on wild chase across the metro Friday morning
DES MOINES, Iowa — The driver of a vehicle was able to elude law enforcement across multiple metro cities Friday morning after a chase began in Clive. The incident began around 10:51 a.m. after the Clive Police Department received a report of a woman trying to sell what was believed to be stolen property at […]
Two in custody after police say they crashed stolen car in Des Moines
DES MOINES, Iowa — An investigation is underway after police say two people stole and crashed a car in Des Moines. According to the Des Moines Police Department, a stolen vehicle fled from officers near SE 14th Street and Park Avenue heading northbound until it crashed into another vehicle. Two people fled from the...
Harm Reduction Vending Machine Reaches More People in Des Moines
(Des Moines, IA) -- A 24/7 vending machine offering harm reduction products like Narcan, Plan B, and gun locks now stands outside the Polk County Health Department. “The vending machine really breaks down barriers for a lot of folks. If you need some of these products, it can be a big barrier, not just the price, but...
Perry man allegedly strangles Perry woman in front of kids
A Perry man was arrested Thursday in connection with a Saturday incident in which he allegedly strangled his wife in the home in front of their four minor children. Trayon Louis Allen Nash, 35, of 715 Fifth St., Perry, was charged with domestic abuse assault-impeding air/blood flow, four counts of child endangerment...
Iowa welcomes newest citizens at naturalization ceremony
URBANDALE, Iowa (WHO) — Iowa will welcome the nation’s newest citizens Friday morning at a naturalization ceremony at Living History Farms in Urbandale. Governor Kim Reynolds is expected to attend the 11 a.m. ceremony, which is part of a monthly series of naturalization events held in the metro area.
Dutch Bros proposes Des Moines site plan at former Fazoli’s location
DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa coffee enjoyers are a step closer to enjoying Dutch Bros Coffee after the chain submitted a site plan to the City of Des Moines. The site, located at 4800 SE 14th St, was previously operated as a Fazoli's restaurant. In June, a pre-application meeting...
Ankeny woman identified as bicyclist killed after being hit by dump truck
POLK COUNTY, Iowa — Authorities have released the name of the bicyclist who died after being hit by a dump truck Thursday morning. At around 10 a.m. the Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a crash involving a recumbent style bike and a Des Moines Asphalt and Paving dump truck in the 12100 block of...
Des Moines Public Schools Names New Superintendent, Replaces Ian Roberts
(Des Moines, IA) -- Interim Des Moines Public School Superintendent Matt Smith has a new, two year contract. The board approved the contract Thursday morning. Smith says he's honored to step back into the position and help lead an amazing team into the future. Smith joined the Des Moines Public School District as the...