Weather
Northwest Iowa Sees Near-Record Dry February
Unusually warm temperatures compound drought conditions in the region
Flurries and Clouds Forecast for Fairgrounds in Des Moines
Temperatures to remain steady in the low to mid 30s with breezy winds
Hourly Weather Report for Des Moines, Iowa
As of 6:51 PM UTC on February 20, 2026
Economics
Gas Prices Rise in Iowa as Crude Oil Costs Climb
Diesel and heating fuel costs show mixed trends across the state
Iowa Fuel Prices Surge, Diesel Hits $3.53 per Gallon
State gas prices jump 14 cents, still below 2025 levels, as national average rises to $2.98
Fuel Prices Decline Across Iowa as Oil Costs Drop
Gas and diesel prices fall amid lower global crude oil benchmarks
Lifestyle
Ingersoll Avenue Emerges as Des Moines' Top Food Destination
As Pappajohn Sculpture Park district restaurants struggle, Ingersoll Avenue sees a restaurant boom
Des Moines University's Pioneering Past
From its osteopathic roots to social progressivism, the university has a rich history in Iowa
World Food & Music Festival Returns to Des Moines in 2026
Annual celebration of international cuisine and culture draws over 100,000 attendees each year.
Health
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Iowa Backyard Flock
State and federal agencies confirm H5N1 HPAI case in Washington County
Meteorologist Diagnosed with Bulbar-Onset ALS After Noticing Speech Changes
Jeriann Ritter, a 20-year veteran meteorologist, opens up about her unexpected ALS diagnosis and early symptoms.
Flower Deliveries Lift Spirits of Des Moines Cancer Patients
Local flower farm owner donates bouquets to brighten days of those battling cancer
Sports
Hawks Soar Into Girls State Tournament
Lynnville-Sully girls basketball team earns first state tournament berth since 2014
Iowa State Falls Short Against Arizona in Defensive Battle
Cyclones struggle to find offensive rhythm in 73-57 loss to Wildcats
Des Moines Athletes of the Week Announced
Claire Kirkman and Desmond Ortega recognized for standout performances
