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4 women share the impact of changes to military uniform regulations
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Vice President Kamala Harris makes first trip to Iowa since taking office
The vice president met with local leaders to discuss reproductive healthcare.
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DMPS set to heavily increase security budget for 2024 fiscal year
The district's interim Superintendent Matthew Smith shared why the proposal of the 2024 fiscal year's security budget is a heavy one.
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Basketball fans flock to Des Moines as March Madness kicks off
Open practice sessions were held for public viewing before the tournament begins on Thursday.
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What Iowans need to know about the bank collapses in New York and California
Local financial experts say don't want what's happening on the coast to put you in a panic. Their message: your money is safe here in Iowa.
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Norwalk police: 2 arrested in connection to death of newborn
Police believe 25-year-old Megan K. Staude gave birth to a baby in late February before she and her father, 64-year-old Rodney Staude, allegedly left baby to die.
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Report shows Iowa's cancer rate is 2nd highest in the country
Local doctors are pointing to several risk factors that could be affecting Iowans.
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City of Des Moines reporting more than double the potholes as last winter
According to Jonathan Gano, director of Des Moines Public Works, last winter was "mild" in terms of pothole prevalence, with this winter getting back into gear.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis discusses critical race theory, gender identity during Iowa visit
While DeSantis has yet to announce an official 2024 run, his trip echoes those of other Republican presidential hopefuls.
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'Angels of the community': Pastors of Perry crash victims speak out
The church leaders say they've been with the family of the victims since the crash as they work toward processing this tremendous loss.
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Pastor identifies the victims in Thursday morning crash near Perry
Pastor David Sixtos-Villa says the victims were siblings. Two of the victims died at the scene, while the third remains in critical condition.
The Big Story
4 women share the impact of changes to military uniform regulations
According to women who are currently serving, the changes are more than just cosmetic.
The Big Story
Vice President Kamala Harris makes first trip to Iowa since taking office
The vice president met with local leaders to discuss reproductive healthcare.
The Big Story
DMPS set to heavily increase security budget for 2024 fiscal year
The district's interim Superintendent Matthew Smith shared why the proposal of the 2024 fiscal year's security budget is a heavy one.
The Big Story
Basketball fans flock to Des Moines as March Madness kicks off
Open practice sessions were held for public viewing before the tournament begins on Thursday.
The Big Story
What Iowans need to know about the bank collapses in New York and California
Local financial experts say don't want what's happening on the coast to put you in a panic. Their message: your money is safe here in Iowa.
The Big Story
Norwalk police: 2 arrested in connection to death of newborn
Police believe 25-year-old Megan K. Staude gave birth to a baby in late February before she and her father, 64-year-old Rodney Staude, allegedly left baby to die.
The Big Story
Report shows Iowa's cancer rate is 2nd highest in the country
Local doctors are pointing to several risk factors that could be affecting Iowans.
The Big Story
City of Des Moines reporting more than double the potholes as last winter
According to Jonathan Gano, director of Des Moines Public Works, last winter was "mild" in terms of pothole prevalence, with this winter getting back into gear.
The Big Story
Gov. Ron DeSantis discusses critical race theory, gender identity during Iowa visit
While DeSantis has yet to announce an official 2024 run, his trip echoes those of other Republican presidential hopefuls.
The Big Story
'Angels of the community': Pastors of Perry crash victims speak out
The church leaders say they've been with the family of the victims since the crash as they work toward processing this tremendous loss.
The Big Story
Pastor identifies the victims in Thursday morning crash near Perry
Pastor David Sixtos-Villa says the victims were siblings. Two of the victims died at the scene, while the third remains in critical condition.
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