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Community
'A huge heart for kids': Who is Starts Right Here founder Will Keeps?
The Big Story
How a pug helped coffee company owner grow his business during pandemic
Christopher James started his coffee company after losing his job in 2020. He's now in multiple local grocery stores and delivering beans to customers.
Local News
Two homeowners grapple with police response after high-speed chases destroy their homes
After their houses were destroyed in separate police chases, two women asked the city to help foot the bill — and those requests were met with different answers.
Crime
Here's what court documents say about the Starts Right Here shooting
The suspect in Monday's shooting faces two counts of first-degree murder, plus charges of attempted murder and gang participation.
Education
2 students dead in education center shooting, Des Moines police say
Police say three people were shot Monday afternoon at Starts Right Here, a community outreach center for at-risk youth.
Crime
Police provide update on Des Moines education center shooting
Police say three people were shot Monday afternoon at Starts Right Here, a community outreach center for at-risk youth.
The Big Story
Des Moines police investigating city's 4th homicide of 2023
"There's no indication of any ongoing threat to the neighborhood and you can expect an increased police presence here for quite some time," said Sgt. Paul Parizek.
The Big Story
Diocese of Des Moines explains new gender identity policies
Bishop William Joensen said the diocese is in now way trying to exclude people from the church.
The Big Story
11 broken ATMs abandoned in wooded area in Des Moines
Des Moines resident Kaleb Marker found the ATMs in a wooded area behind his apartment complex.
Community
New study identifies barriers for homeless Iowans finding shelter in the metro
The study interviewed 37 Polk County residents who have experienced homelessness.
The Big Story
New charter school set to open in Des Moines for 2023-2024 school year
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines will provide STEM-focused education for roughly 190 kindergarten through third graders in its first year of operation.
Local News
Advocates concerned about string of domestic violence fatalities in Iowa
According to the latest data from the Iowa Attorney General's Office, 12 people died due to domestic violence between January and August 2022.
The Big Story
How a pug helped coffee company owner grow his business during pandemic
Christopher James started his coffee company after losing his job in 2020. He's now in multiple local grocery stores and delivering beans to customers.
Local News
Two homeowners grapple with police response after high-speed chases destroy their homes
After their houses were destroyed in separate police chases, two women asked the city to help foot the bill — and those requests were met with different answers.
Crime
Here's what court documents say about the Starts Right Here shooting
The suspect in Monday's shooting faces two counts of first-degree murder, plus charges of attempted murder and gang participation.
Education
2 students dead in education center shooting, Des Moines police say
Police say three people were shot Monday afternoon at Starts Right Here, a community outreach center for at-risk youth.
Crime
Police provide update on Des Moines education center shooting
Police say three people were shot Monday afternoon at Starts Right Here, a community outreach center for at-risk youth.
The Big Story
Des Moines police investigating city's 4th homicide of 2023
"There's no indication of any ongoing threat to the neighborhood and you can expect an increased police presence here for quite some time," said Sgt. Paul Parizek.
The Big Story
Diocese of Des Moines explains new gender identity policies
Bishop William Joensen said the diocese is in now way trying to exclude people from the church.
The Big Story
11 broken ATMs abandoned in wooded area in Des Moines
Des Moines resident Kaleb Marker found the ATMs in a wooded area behind his apartment complex.
Community
New study identifies barriers for homeless Iowans finding shelter in the metro
The study interviewed 37 Polk County residents who have experienced homelessness.
The Big Story
New charter school set to open in Des Moines for 2023-2024 school year
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines will provide STEM-focused education for roughly 190 kindergarten through third graders in its first year of operation.
Local News
Advocates concerned about string of domestic violence fatalities in Iowa
According to the latest data from the Iowa Attorney General's Office, 12 people died due to domestic violence between January and August 2022.
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