Des Moines IA

DES MOINES, Iowa (WHO) — The Variety Star Playground at the Iowa State Fairgrounds is now open for all kids, no matter their ability. The playground was finished just in time for the start of this year’s Iowa State Fair. It was honored at the opening ceremony for the fair. A significant reason for the […]

The 900th store of Kwik Trip will be opening soon, and it's opening up in Minnesota!. Yes, it's true. Kwik Trip is based in Wisconsin, but they have been expanding their business across the state of Minnesota for years, and next week, the 900th store will be opening its doors right here in Minnesota.

🦞 Jason here: Yes, I forked over $100 for a lobster roll, and fellow fairgoers, it's worth every shiny penny! Why it matters: The High Roller Roll is one of 68 new fair foods this year , highlighting what makes the Iowa State Fair special. It's over-the-top fun food that tells a story and offers a chance to indulge...

A new Iowa State Fair Queen will be crowned this weekend – and seven young women from the KMCH listening area are vying for the title. Over the past few days, around one hundred contestants from across the state have been participating in the competition at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines.

A San Antonio, Texas man will spend two years in prison for threats made against Iowans. Court documents presented at the sentencing of 30-year-old Stephen Crain show he sent threats for approximately eight months to two Iowa victims and their family members. One victim sent Crain more than $4,000. Crain also made...

84 individuals in Dubuque and Cedar Rapids will be impacted by this move.

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — A West Des Moines resident is hoping her yard display will encourage the city and community to update the city’s recycling restrictions. Natasha Kennedy says she tries to do her part; she recycles and avoids plastic when she can, but a little over a year ago, she made a discovery. […]

DES MOINES, Iowa — A 24-year-old has been arrested in connection with the Prospect Park shooting that injured one, Des Moines Police say. According to the DMPD, around 7 p.m., officers were patrolling near 1225 Prospect Road when they heard gunfire. Officers responded and discovered a man suffering from a gunshot...

A Perry man was arrested for alleged attempted murder. According to court documents, Perry Police Officers responded to a call of a disturbance just before 8:30pm this past Wednesday. Court documents show that the alleged suspect left the scene before the officers’ arrival. Officers later found the subject,...

DES MOINES, Iowa — A red panda at the Blank Park Zoo who stole the hearts of many has died. The zoo announced on Facebook Friday that Razz, their male red panda, passed away earlier this week at the age of 14. Razz was the oldest red panda at the zoo and had been under […]