Things to do in Des Moines this weekend include Sal Vulcano, RAGBRAI announcement, more
The weekend brings the Bike Expo and RAGBRAI announcement party, comedian Sal Vulcano, two wine and cheese events, and more.
California man charged after over 50 pounds of marijuana found on flight to Des Moines
With the help of a K9, Des Moines police caught a man on a Southwest Airlines flight from Las Vegas with more than 50 pounds of marijuana on Thursday.
Look out, Iowa. A new fried chicken sandwich restaurant wants to open across the state.
Central Iowa has become a haven for all things fried chicken, especially in sandwich form. Des Moines already has Chick-fil-A ...
Behind the scenes of de-icing planes at the Des Moines International Airport
From October through April, deicers help keep airports across the world open. Deicers help clear airplanes whenever there is ...
Iowa expected more than 1,400 refugees this year. Will they come after Trump's crackdown?
About 150 refugees were expected to arrive over the next two months — and now it's unclear whether they will come to the ...
Iowa bill would require schools to show pregnancy videos that critics say could mislead kids
Similar legislation last year was inspired by the "Baby Olivia" video created by the anti-abortion group Live Action.
Iowa universities band together to address critical physician shortage
The state of Iowa is facing a critical physician shortage. To combat the issue, Des Moines University and Drake University ...
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A Cedar Rapids chef and a restaurant in Des Moines have been named James Beard semifinalists
Cobble Hill chef Andy Schumacher is a Best Chef Midwest semifinalist. Simon's, an Italian restaurant in Des Moines, is named ...
These Afghans helped the U.S. military. Now, they seek help for Des Moines cultural center
Four leaders of the Afghan community established in Des Moines beginning in 2021 are on a quest to build a mosque and ...
Things to do in Des Moines this weekend: Game night, Iowa Bike Expo, crafting and more
YMCA Teen Game Night at the Knapp Center, 2525 Forest Ave. 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday Cost: $5 non-members, free for members ...
ICE arrest at Des Moines courthouse prompts immigration enforcement questions
The new presidential administration's changes to federal immigration policy are prompting questions about where immigration ...
How a creative outlet became a viral hit for a Des Moines baker on Instagram
Danielle Paschka needed a creative outlet in 2020 and turned to sharing her cakes and treats on Instagram. Now she has viral ...