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One person dead in shooting near Union Labor Park, Polk County Sheriff's Office says
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Polk County Sheriff's Office said one person is dead after a shooting near Union Labor Park Friday night. Police responded to 4640 NW Morningstar Dr. for a gunshot injury to the chest around 7:22 p.m., according to the Des Moines police scanner. According to...
Scoop: Des Moines considers reconfiguring and closing public schools
Des Moines Public Schools is considering whether to move sixth graders from middle to elementary buildings, potentially helping the district maximize space but leading to some school closures, board chairperson Jackie Norris tells Axios.Why it matters: The possible realignment is part of an extensive review of how to modernize classrooms, improve educational outcomes and balance finances as the district's enrollment shrinks.The district will likely ask voters to pass a referendum to fund updates to remaining buildings as well.Zoom in: Not only do leaders argue a sixth grade shift could help the district use its buildings more efficiently, but research shows...
Jolly Holiday Lights sees move to state fairgrounds ahead of 2024 season, new owner
DES MOINES, Iowa — The 2024 holiday season has plenty new in store for metro mainstay Jolly Holiday Lights. Not only is it under new management, after being ran by Make-A-Wish Iowa for years, but the lights will be on display at the Iowa State Fairgrounds this season. The...
Explosive device investigation leads to 2nd arrest
DES MOINES, Iowa — The investigation into an arson and explosive device placed in a vehicle on Des Moines’ southeast side earlier this week has resulted in a second arrest. Timothy Hellmers, 34, is now charged with first-degree arson and possession of an incendiary or explosive device with intent according to Sgt. Paul Parizek of […]
Iowa has a Hero in its Midst, Please Say His Name
When I was in the fire department I joined because I wanted to ride the ambulance and help my community in that way. Emergency 51 sparked my interest and I never looked back. I saw a lot of stuff and some of it I wish I hadn't. Shootings were one of those things. Sometimes it was an accident and others not. I've shared before that our ambulance was hit by random gunfire and it's very unnerving. I would like to think I could but I'm not sure I could face an active shooter but that's exactly what Dan Marburger did.
Iowa school shooter ‘likely displayed warning signs’ before January attack: Report
The shooter responsible for two deaths and multiple injuries at an Iowa high school earlier this year “likely displayed warning signs” according to a detailed report from state officials released Friday.
Pop star Pink postpones next four shows, including in Des Moines
Those planning to see Pink live in concert at Wells Fargo Arena on Thursday for her "PINK LIVE 2024" tour will now see her at a later date. Pink, in an Instagram post Saturday morning, said she is postponing her next four shows in Lincoln, Nebraska; Sioux Falls, South Dakota; Milwaukee, Wisconsin;...
MercyOne Doctor completes 1,000th robotic surgery
DES MOINES, Iowa — Dr. Mark Smolik, a Surgeon with the MercyOne Des Moines Bariatric Surgery Department, has hit a major career milestone — his 1,000th surgery using a robot. Dr. Smolik started operating with a robot in 2016 and completed his 1,000th robotic surgery this fall. Robotic surgery is less invasive, results in faster […]
Reggie Sleepout spreads awareness for young adults facing homelessness
DES MOINES, Iowa — The 19th Reggie Sleepout takes place at Drake Stadium Saturday night, spreading awareness for those who age out of the foster care system. The Sleepout honors Reggie Kelsey, a young man who aged out of the foster care system in 2001. Without resources and support, Reggie constantly worried about how he […]
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