Here’s why Iowa rejected Des Moines’ latest speed camera request
Des Moines' speed cameras failed to show they improve safety, the Iowa DOT recently concluded in rejecting the city's attempt to restore their use at six sites. Why it matters: The loss of camera enforcement along some of the city's busiest corridors has left the city with fewer options for resolving neighborhood...
Newton Man Faces Felony Domestic Assault And Gun Possession Charges
A Newton man with prior domestic assault convictions in Polk County was arrested by Newton Police Sunday afternoon, as part of an investigation into an alleged domestic assault approximately two to three weeks ago. According to Newton Police, the alleged victim reported the prior incident at the police station on...
Urbandale man lifts spirits by waving at morning commuters at busy intersection
URBANDALE, Iowa — Every Tuesday through Friday, commuters are used to seeing a man waving at them at a busy intersection in Urbandale, but now they can learn more about the man behind the wave. After completing a three-mile walk, Kent Proudfit, stands at the intersection of Meredith Drive and 142nd Street, waving at...
Deadline Approaching for Iowa Students to Submit Academy Nominations
(Washington, D.C.) Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) is accepting applications from Iowa high school students who wish to be considered for appointments to U.S. service academies. Students must submit their applications to Grassley’s office by Friday, October 24. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be...
Illegal criminals entrenched in America’s public education system
Ian Roberts, whose deportation order was issued in May 2024, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents last week after fleeing in his car with a loaded handgun.
We’re upset about Dr. Roberts’ detention—for good reason
Jenny Turner is a public school mom and a school speech therapist. She lives in West Des Moines. It might be prudent to wait for all the facts before writing an opinion piece on ICE detaining Dr. Ian Roberts, the superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools. It is true that there is a lot we don’t know. Which leads me...
Des Moines bookstore hosting week-long celebration ahead of Taylor Swift’s album release
Shelf Love DSM is hosting "The Week of a Book Girl" ahead of Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" album release.
1 dead in Madison County crash, Iowa State Patrol says
MADISON COUNTY, Iowa — One person is dead following a single-vehicle crash in northeast Madison County on Monday evening. The crash occurred around 5:30 p.m. at the 4400 block of SW Grand Prairie Parkway in West Des Moines, according to an Iowa State Patrol crash report. Officials say 25-year-old...
State education officials revoke license of Des Moines Superintendent after being detained by ICE
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Des Moines teen reported missing; police request public’s help
DES MOINES, Iowa — A Des Moines teen was reported missing on Monday. According to the Des Moines Police Department, 14-year-old Josephus reportedly left his home and is in crisis. He was last seen in the 3500 block of E. Douglas Avenue. Josephus is 5′ 8″ tall, weighs about 120 lbs., and has brown hair […]
