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Trump Visits Iowa Trying to Focus on Affordability During Fallout over Nurse's Minneapolis Shooting — REUTERS / Randall Hill

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Trump Visits Iowa Trying to Focus on Affordability During Fallout over Nurse's Minneapolis Shooting

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President Trump is headed to Iowa as part of the White House's midterm year pivot toward affordability, even as his administration remains mired in the fallout in Minneapolis.See the Story

Some Iowa National Guard Soldiers Deployed in Middle East Return to US

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Some Iowa National Guard Soldiers Deployed in Middle East Return to US

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Some Iowa National Guard soldiers are returning home from the Middle East nearly two months after two were killed in Syria.See the Story

Second State-University Tuition Freeze Bill Moves Through Iowa House Subcommittee

Higher Education · Des Moines

Second State-University Tuition Freeze Bill Moves Through Iowa House Subcommittee

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An Iowa House subcommittee moved ahead legislation Tuesday to freeze tuition for first-year resident undergraduate students, with an amendment incoming.See the Story

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Des Moines Fire Department calls for service leveling off for first time in years

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There was a less than 1% increase in calls for service from 2024 to 2025. Fire Chief Jonathan Lund attributes this to preventative programming and education.Des Moines, Iowa · Des Moines Read Article

Iowa Dem Accepts $250K from Epstein-Linked Billionaire Reid Hoffman

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A $250,000 campaign contribution to Iowa gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand (D-IA) was made by Epstein Island frequent guest Reid Hoffman.Des Moines, Iowa · Des Moines Read Article

Iowa’s Olympic pipeline stretches from Des Moines to Milan

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Iowa natives and Iowa Wild alumni are skating onto the 2026 Winter Olympics stage, linking Midwest roots to hockey, speedskating and sled hockey glory.Olympics · Des Moines Read Article

Fundraising reports depict financial standing of Iowa gubernatorial candidates

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Gubernatorial hopefuls released record-breaking campaign fundraising numbers from the 2025 calendar year, which represent a contentious contest for the open seat. Less than 10 months from Election Day, the pivotal race for Iowa’s next governor is gaining momentum. After Gov. Kim Reynolds announced in April she would not seek reelection, Republican and Democratic prospects have leaped at the opportunity to fill the open seat. U.S. Rep. Randy …Des Moines, Iowa · Des Moines Read Article

Iowa animal rescue offers Valentine's Day fundraiser to neuter cats named after exes

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The Animal Rescue League of Iowa is hosting a Valentine's Day fundraiser where donors can name a feral cat after an ex and support spay/neuter programs.Cats · Des Moines Read Article

Blank Park Zoo's African lion Zarina predicts Super Bowl LX winner

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DES MOINES, Iowa -- The Blank Park Zoo's African lion Zarina picked who she thinks will win Super Bowl LX. The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots face off in a rematch on Sunday, February 8. In 2015, the two teams competed in Super Bowl XLIX, with the Patriots ultimately taking home the title. The [...]Sports · Des Moines Read Article

Johnston water main break disrupts traffic on NW Beaver Drive

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JOHNSTON, Iowa -- A water main break on NW Beaver Drive in Johnston on Tuesday afternoon has resulted in lane closures. The City of Johnston announced just before 3:30 p.m. that the northbound lane of NW Beaver Drive between NW 90th Avenue and NW 73rd Street is closed as crews work to repair a water [...]Des Moines, Iowa · Des Moines Read Article

Nature's natural snowballs: snow rollers and how they form

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You might notice something unusual on the ground after a winter storm, white shapes that look like logs, Swiss rolls, or rolled-up carpets. These are called snoNature · Des Moines Read Article

Part of $975K Lillie Parker settlement was for 'alleged emotional distress,' agreement says

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DES MOINES, Iowa -- More details have been released in a financial settlement reached between the City of Des Moines and a now-former member of the Des Moines Police Department. An open records request revealed the breakdown of the $975,000 settlement with Maj. Lillie Parker, which was approved by the Des Moines City Council at [...]Des Moines, Iowa · Des Moines Read Article

Eli Raridon 2026 NFL Draft Profile

Eli Raridon makes plays in all phases of the game with elite size and an understanding of how to attack zone coverage. Given his extensive injury history, he is more of a project player than a proven prospect. This article will highlight Eli Raridon and his 2026 NFL Draft Profile. 2026 NFL Draft Profile of Notre Dame TE Eli Raridon Measurables Height: 6’ 7” Weight: 250 lbs Player Background As a four-star recruit out of Valley High School, Eli …Sports · Des Moines Read Article