• Des Moines: Shooting leaves one injured, suspect in custody in Des Moines southside | June 08
    Jun 8 2026
    Des Moines — A shooting injury and suspect arrest on the southside, a machete attack in Pleasant Hill involving Jeremy Dale Reben, and a man's body found in a southern Iowa lake. Local kids also showcased entrepreneurship at the Kids Market at Blank Park Zoo.
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  • Des Moines: Gunfire investigation underway in Des Moines' Prospect Park neighborhood | June 07
    Jun 7 2026
    Des Moines authorities are investigating a gunfire incident in Prospect Park near 30th Street and Euclid Avenue, while Niland Cafe in Colo celebrates its 100th anniversary as part of the Lincoln Highway historic district. Former Painted Tree Boutiques vendors are also hosting a pop-up market to support local small businesses.
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  • Des Moines: Severe storms and flooding hit central Iowa today. | June 06
    Jun 6 2026
    Des Moines residents braced for severe weather including funnel clouds and tornado warnings in Polk and Story counties, with downed trees and power outages reported. A tense standoff in Johnston led to three officers on leave, while Waukee Northwest won their first 4A boys soccer state title.
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  • Des Moines: Tragedy strikes as two collisions claim lives in Des Moines area | June 05
    Jun 5 2026
    Des Moines — A 19-year-old died in a head-on collision in Union County and a man and his cat perished in a house fire in Webster City, while a state audit exposed financial mismanagement in Madison County. Residents also face a flood watch as heavy rain is expected in the Des Moines area.
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  • Des Moines: Sinkhole repair starts at Urbandale apartments after months of disruption | June 04
    Jun 4 2026
    Des Moines — Repair work starts on a sinkhole affecting Westpointe Apartments in Urbandale, while a semi-truck and train crash in Poweshiek County leaves one dead and another in critical condition. Governor Kim Reynolds signs a new speed limit law raising two-lane highway limits to 60 mph, sparking debate over safety and traffic flow.
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  • Des Moines: Republican Zach Lahn wins Iowa governor’s primary, AP projects | June 03
    Jun 3 2026
    Des Moines — Zach Lahn secures Republican nomination for Iowa governor, edging out Randy Feenstra and Adam Steen, while Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Christina Bohannon face off in the 1st District House race. Public safety concerns rise after a Des Moines motorcyclist dies fleeing a traffic stop, and a local nonprofit launches an online hub to support foster families.
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  • Des Moines: Deputy injured, suspect dead in Johnston home shooting | June 02
    Jun 2 2026
    Des Moines police are investigating a deputy shooting in Johnston where a suspect died and a serious dog attack left a man in critical condition. The city also adjusted sprayground hours to conserve water amid ongoing drought efforts.
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  • Des Moines: Two suspects in custody after Des Moines arson case | June 01
    Jun 1 2026
    Des Moines officials are searching for a third suspect in a downtown arson case following the arrest of two individuals, while a home fire in Johnson County claimed one life. Residents also brace for isolated storms and heavy rain as the National Guard concludes its deployment.
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