Lifestyle
Polk County Experts Urge Dog Owners to Prioritize Training and Awareness After Recent Attacks
Animal behavior specialists emphasize the importance of understanding canine communication to prevent future incidents.
New Ice Cream Shops Open in Grimes and Des Moines
Iowans can enjoy small-batch and specialty flavors this spring
Iowa Students Invited to Enter Choose Iowa Calendar Contest
Artwork should combine Iowa agriculture with patriotic themes for 250th anniversary celebration.
Crime
Infant Dies, Toddler Seriously Injured in Central Iowa Dog Attacks
Authorities investigating two separate incidents involving unsupervised children and pet dogs
Two Child Dog Attack Incidents Prompt Safety Warnings in Des Moines
Toddler seriously injured, infant killed in separate dog bite incidents in Iowa capital
Iowa Supreme Court Upholds $26M Payout for Victim in 2020 Semi Crash
Maggie McQuillen awarded damages for severe injuries sustained in near-fatal collision.
Weather
Two Flights Diverted from Des Moines Airport Due to High Winds
Planes forced to land in Kansas City as strong gusts hit Iowa capital.
Powerful Winds Sweep Across Iowa
Gusts up to 60 mph reported as storm system moves through
Sunny Easter Sunday, Active Weather Week Ahead for Des Moines
Warmer temperatures on Sunday, but multiple rain chances and potential wintry mix in the forecast for the week
Business
Nationwide Celebrates 100th Year with Record Sales, AI Plans
The insurance giant continues its growth streak with new technology investments.
Iowa Awards $250,000 for 2026 Summer Youth Internships
Grants will support nearly 200 internship experiences across the state in high-demand fields.
Iowa Advances 'Right to Repair' Bill for Farm Equipment
Legislation aims to give farmers more control over maintenance and repairs.
Science
Iowa Seeks Volunteers to Help Count Bees
The state is looking for community scientists to assist with the Bumble Bee Atlas project.
Iowa State Alum Joins NASA Team for Artemis II Recovery
Madison Tuttle will assist with recovering astronauts after the upcoming Artemis II mission.
Warming Winters Exacerbate Nitrate Pollution in Iowa Drinking Water
Climate change is making the water quality problem even worse for Des Moines and other agriculture-dependent communities.
