Des Moines Public Schools to increase budget - and your property taxes

Des Moines Public Schools' tax rate will increase following the passage of a $265 million general obligation bond in November ...

Two treated for smoke inhalation after mobile home fire on Des Moines’ east side

Two treated for smoke inhalation after mobile home fire on Des Moines’ east side ...

West Des Moines to break ground on Fire Station 13

West Des Moines to break ground on Fire Station 13 ...

1 man injured, another rescued after window washing platform collapses in downtown Des Moines

Rescue crews were called Wednesday to a scene in downtown Des Moines where a man fell multiple stories.
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As Des Moines loses another indie music venue, local artists wonder what's next

Since 2020, Des Moines has lost several cornerstones of its live music scene, from small clubs to major festivals. The closures have narrowed the path for local artists to develop, even as new venues ...

Scaffolding collapse in Des Moines leads to rescue operation

DES MOINES, Iowa — Emergency responders are on the scene of a rescue in downtown Des Moines after officials said scaffolding used by window washers collapsed Wednesday. It happened around 12:30 p.m. a ...