Des Moines IA

Despensary owner JC Cirese tells Axios he closed the Court Avenue shop due to lower customer demand after the state capped THC in products in 2024. Cirese is still operating the Ingersoll location, but he says he struggles because customers can purchase higher-dose THC products online instead. "Instead of keeping...

The Iowa State Fair will be rocking on Thursday, when heavy-metal supergroup Def Leppard headlines the musical stage. Whether you're an '80s or '90s kids or just love hair bands, this is your chance to see the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers in action. One of the best-selling rock bands of all time, Def Leppard always...

Sarah Pratt and her twin daughters put together the dazzling display of dairy at the fair.

DES MOINES, Iowa — The fair is known for the food, fun, music, animals, and competitions, but one group is trying to get fairgoers to help save lives too. LifeServe Blood Center is holding a four hour blood drive every single day of the fair. All 11 days. In past years, they’ve held single blood […]

If you're like me—a bit picky—then a go-to favorite is either chicken or waffles. And sometimes, when you're feeling a little wild... chicken and waffles! This spot in Des Moines, Iowa, hits the mark. It’s called Railroad Bill’s Dining Car.,. Railroad Bill’s Dining Car is a...

DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Police Department arrested a man wanted for multiple felonies on Wednesday. Just before 1 p.m. Wednesday, authorities asked the community for help locating 18-year-old Darren Matthew Smith, who had active warrants for first-degree theft and third-degree burglary. Officials say the...

JBS USA announced Wednesday it had reached an agreement to purchase an Ankeny facility, previously owned by Hy-Vee, to build out a ready-to-eat bacon and sausage facility. According to a press release from the company, the 186,000-square-foot facility will be the largest of its kind in the JBS portfolio and will...

DES MOINES, Iowa — Riah Schrage of Grundy County was crowned the 2025 Iowa State Fair Queen Saturday evening on the Anne and Bill Riley Stage. The daughter of Landon and Cassie Schrage, Riah was chosen from 102 contestants who advanced from local county competitions. Runners-up: First runner-up: Ashlynn...

This flea market, located in Des Moines, Iowa, has been generating plenty of buzz lately. It's a unique blend of antiques and coffee—a combination that’s both charming and unexpected. Many have enjoyed their time at West End Architectural Salvage!. This spot has become very popular. Only in your...

Kat Schmidt from Des Moines was named Grand Champion of the 2025 Fiddling Competition Sunday at the Iowa State Fair.