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What’s the difference between Hispanic, Latino, and Spanish?

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What’s the difference between Hispanic, Latino, and Spanish?

Nation World

What is Yom Kippur? What you need to know about Judaism's holiest day of the year

Yom Kippur is part of the Jewish high holy days, but you shouldn't tell someone "Happy Yom Kippur." Here's what you need to know about the somber commemoration.
Holidays

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will return to streets of NYC

Marching bands originally slated for the 2020 event will join this year's parade through Manhattan.
The Conversation

The Jewish High Holy Days: A look at Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur

The millennia of Jewish tradition between the Bible and the present has informed many of the celebrations, in ways that go beyond the written texts.
Nation World

Pandemic once again disrupts plans for Jewish High Holy Days

At many synagogues there will be a mix of in-person services, including indoor and outdoor options, and virtual offerings for people staying home.
Holidays

DMPD responds to 500+ fireworks calls July 3 & 4, city splash pool closed Monday due to firework litter

Pictures posted to Facebook of Pete Crivaro Park show hundreds of firecrackers and other used fireworks scattered around.
Community

Celebrating independence at 6,000 feet: Skydivers close out Waukee's Fourth of July celebration

Four professional skydivers put on a show that, followed by fireworks, capped off a three-day celebration in Waukee.
Holidays

Jumping from 6,000 feet, Des Moines Skydivers celebrate Independence Day in Waukee

Four professional skydivers put on a show that, followed by fireworks, capped off a three-day celebration in Waukee.
Holidays

Iowa DNR, Army Corps of Engineers give water safety tips for holiday weekend

When heading out on the water, be sure to have a life jacket handy and watch your speed when boating.
Nation World

Juneteenth history: Marking the end of slavery in America

The news of the end of slavery in America was delivered to slaves in Texas in 1865, more than two years after Lincoln declared the end to slavery.
Nation World

Juneteenth: 10 things you need to know

What is Juneteenth? It's a symbolic date representing African American freedom from slavery. Here's everything you need to know about the history behind Juneteenth.
Local News

National firework shortage: What this means for those planning their own show

After record demand and a spike in shipping costs, firework supply could run low ahead of Independence Day.

Walking for a cause: NAMIWalks raises more than $130,000 for mental health resources

Walking for a cause: NAMIWalks raises more than $130,000 for mental health resources

LOCAL 5 FORECAST: Big temperature changes coming for Sunday

Afternoon Weather Update 09-25-2021

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What’s the difference between Hispanic, Latino, and Spanish?

What is Yom Kippur? What you need to know about Judaism's holiest day of the year

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will return to streets of NYC

The Jewish High Holy Days: A look at Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur

Pandemic once again disrupts plans for Jewish High Holy Days

DMPD responds to 500+ fireworks calls July 3 & 4, city splash pool closed Monday due to firework litter

Celebrating independence at 6,000 feet: Skydivers close out Waukee's Fourth of July celebration

Jumping from 6,000 feet, Des Moines Skydivers celebrate Independence Day in Waukee

Iowa DNR, Army Corps of Engineers give water safety tips for holiday weekend

Juneteenth history: Marking the end of slavery in America

Juneteenth: 10 things you need to know

National firework shortage: What this means for those planning their own show

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