Community Conversation: Raising awareness of pregnancy and child loss on ‘Say Their Name Day’
DES MOINES, Iowa — Wednesday, March 25, is known as ‘Say Their Name Day.’ It’s about raising awareness of pregnancy and child loss. Families will remember their child’s life and keep their memories alive. Our Cinthia Naranjo sat down with Walk With You founder Kylie Collins and bereaved parent mentor Danielle Green....
🚧 E Locust Street Closed March 30–April 10 for Sidewalk Work
E Locust Street between E 6th Street and E 7th Street in Des Moines will be closed from 7:00 a.m. on Monday, March 30 through 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2026. The closure is needed for sidewalk replacement as part of the E Locust Streetscape Repair project.
🚧 Hickman Road lane reduction through October 26 for utility work
Lanes on Hickman Road between Westover Boulevard/68th Street and Merle Hay Road in Des Moines will be reduced from March 16 to October 26, 2026, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The lane reduction is needed for utility work tied to the CIWW Saylorville Water Treatment Main Replacement Hickman Road Feeder Project....
Discarded batteries causing fires in Des Moines metro landfills
Discarded vapes, smartphones and electric toothbrushes are becoming some of the biggest hazards in the Des Moines metro's solid waste system, prompting fires and causing millions in damage. Why it matters: Lithium batteries are increasingly prevalent in our everyday lives, but improper disposal of rechargeable...
Des Moines homicide victim identified by police
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Police Department has released the name of a Des Moines man killed in a shooting on the city’s northeast side over the weekend. Daniel Lott Sr., 45, has been identified as the victim who died following a shooting in the 3600 block of Kennedy Drive on Sunday morning, […]
9 students hospitalized after being struck by vehicle at Ankeny school, serious injuries reported
ANKENY, Iowa — Nine children have been transported to Des Moines metro hospitals after being struck by a vehicle Tuesday afternoon at an Ankeny private school. At a news conference to release details of the incident, Ankeny fire and police officials said the incident happened around 3:15, during the afternoon pickup...
Movies and TV shows casting in Des Moines
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that...
Des Moines eliminates first-time fees for reclaiming lost pets
Des Moines' elected leaders have eliminated first-time fees for reclaiming pets and late licensing for owners struggling to pay when picking up their dogs and cats from the city's animal services shelter. Des Moines City Council members at a meeting on Monday, March 23, unanimously approved eliminating the...
Grimes attempted abduction case stemmed from miscommunication, Polk County Sheriff’s Office says
GRIMES, Iowa – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office says an attempted abduction investigation of a juvenile female last week in Grimes stemmed from a miscommunication. On Thursday, March 19, a 911 call reporting the incident came in around 8:20 p.m., according to a news release from the PCSO. The original report stated...
Des Moines schools’ background check firm accused of unlicensed work
After the arrest of Des Moines Public Schools’ superintendent, an Iowa official warned the leader of a firm that conducts background checks for the district that he could face criminal charges for failing to obtain a state license. Jimmy Waters, the CEO of Council Bluffs-based 3rd Degree Screening, said an Iowa...
