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Des Moines News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Des Moines News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Des Moines—from local news and business to culture, weather, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Des Moines…
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Tragedy in South Dakota as Father Faces Charges | Des Moines News
A nine-year-old girl, Madalaine-Rose Berger, died in a July Fourth crash in South Dakota when her father, Zachary Berger, rolled a utility vehicle while making…
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Iowa Bettors Win Big in June | Des Moines News
Iowa sports betting saw a massive $185 million in wagers in June, but sportsbooks took a major hit—revenue dropped over 20% despite only a 3% dip in total…
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Clive Festival Water Slide Returns | Des Moines News
Clive Festival Water Slide Returns | Des Moines News
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Jason Halkias’ Pizza Ranch Quest | Des Moines News
Jason Halkias, a pizza pilgrim from Davenport, Iowa, has visited 228 Pizza Ranch locations since 2005—and he’s not stopping anytime soon. What began in…
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ATV Crash Claims Nine-Year-Old Life | Des Moines News
A tragic Fourth of July ATV crash in Iowa claims the life of nine-year-old Madie Berger, leaving her family devastated and sparking serious legal consequences…
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A Drunk Accidental Tragedy | Des Moines News
A convicted felon sentenced to 20 years for accidentally shooting his friend Tony Young—Des Moines’ first homicide of the year—pleaded guilty while admitting…
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Iowa’s Drought Turning Around | Des Moines News
Iowa’s drought situation is improving, with most of the state now drought-free after recent storms, but ten percent—mostly in the north and west—still faces…
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Des Moines’ New Tallest Residential Tower | Des Moines News
Des Moines just welcomed its new tallest residential tower—515 Walnut, now standing at 33 stories and 347 feet, with 390 apartments ready to redefine urban…
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Jamie Pollard Steps Down After 20-Year Reign | Des Moines News
After 22 years at the helm, Iowa State’s longest-serving athletics director, Jamie Pollard, is stepping down — planning to retire in June 2027 unless a…
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Jamie Pollard Steps Down After 22 Years | Des Moines News
Iowa State’s longest-serving athletic director, Jamie Pollard, is retiring after 22 years — the longest tenure of any Power Four AD — with his last day set for…
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The Coop Chicken Fingers Expand | Des Moines News
The Coop Chicken Fingers is exploding across the Midwest—four new drive-thru locations are on the way, with two already crushing it in Kansas and two more…
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Penthouse Tenant Vanishes With $14K Debt | Des Moines News
A tenant vanished from a luxury Iowa City penthouse, leaving behind $14,000 in unpaid rent and a wrecked space—police are now hunting them down as the landlord…
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Iowa Beaches: Which Are Safe to Swim In | Des Moines News
Swimming season is heating up — but not all beaches are safe. For the week of July 10, eleven Iowa state beaches got a “hold up” warning due to elevated E…
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Jamie Pollard Steps Down After 22 Years | Des Moines News
After 22 transformative years as Iowa State’s athletics director — the longest-serving AD in school history and the longest-tenured active AD among Power Four…
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Superheroes Bring Joy to Hospital Kids | Des Moines News
Window washers at Blank Children’s Hospital traded squeegees for capes, transforming their daily routine into a superhero spectacle for young patients. Dressed…
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Man Found Dead on I-80 in Poweshiek | Des Moines News
At 1:30 AM on a Friday, a frantic call led deputies to a stopped big rig on I-80 in Poweshiek County—where a man was found dead in a ditch after the driver…
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Trump Sues Pollster Over Iowa Survey | Des Moines News
A respected Iowa pollster, Ann Selzer, is facing off against former President Trump in court as his legal team tries to shut down her pre-2024 poll showing…
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Allegiant Buys Sun Country for Des Moines | Des Moines News
Allegiant Air just pulled off a $1.5 billion buyout of Sun Country Airlines — a major shake-up that could unlock a whole new world of travel options for Des…
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Man Found Dead on I-80 at Dawn | Des Moines News
At 1:30 AM on a Friday, a chilling discovery unfolded on I-80 in Poweshiek County: a deceased man found in the ditch after being struck by a semi truck. The…
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Fatal Crash on Highway Six in Iowa County | Des Moines News
A deadly two-vehicle crash on Highway Six near Amana in Iowa County has left one person dead, prompting a full investigation by the Iowa State Patrol as…
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Iowa Water Plant Breaks Nitrate Record | Des Moines News
Central Iowa Water Works just shattered its own nitrate removal record, running nonstop for 179 days — beating last year’s 177-day streak — to keep drinking…
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Measles Resurfaces in Iowa | Des Moines News
Measles is making a comeback in Iowa — a vaccinated traveler brought it home from abroad, sparking a public health alert. With over 2,200 U.S. cases already…
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Urbandale Prepares Partial Census | Des Moines News
Urbandale is launching a partial special census in April 2027 to capture its booming population growth—now estimated at over 48,000, up from 45,580 in…
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Iowa’s Labor Units Vanish | Des Moines News
Labor and delivery services at CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs are shutting down after August 31, forcing expectant moms to travel to Omaha—just across the…
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Des Moines Budget Crisis and Public Input | Des Moines News
Des Moines faces a $12 million budget shortfall in 2028, blamed on a new state law limiting property tax revenue — and city leaders are turning to a…
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Iowa's Water Crisis: Nitrates on the Rise | Des Moines News
Iowa’s drinking water crisis is escalating: nitrate violations surged to 36 in 2025—more than double 2024’s 14—and tied with 2023’s 38 for the worst on record…
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Kaiden Yu: Global Kid, Local Lens | Des Moines News
Meet Kaiden Yu, a 23-year-old photojournalism intern at the Des Moines Register with a globe-trotting background thanks to his military parents. Just three…
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515 Walnut Reaches Skyline Peak | Des Moines News
The 515 Walnut building in Des Moines has officially topped out at 33 stories, marking a major milestone as crews poured the final concrete roof on July 9…
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Freedom School Read-In Returns | Des Moines News
Waterloo West High School kicks off its second annual 1619 Freedom School Read-in this July 18, bringing together powerhouse authors like Jason Reynolds, Angie…
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SNAP Drop in Iowa Amid New Rules | Des Moines News
Iowa’s SNAP enrollment dropped nearly 24,000 people — a nine percent plunge — likely fueled by new federal rules from July 2025 that expanded work requirements…
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Caped Crusaders Brighten Hospital Days | Des Moines News
Caped crusaders descend on Blank Children’s Hospital—not to battle villains, but to scrub windows and spread joy. Batman, Thor, Supergirl, and the Flash…
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Iowa Honors Fallen Air Force Pilot | Des Moines News
Iowa is honoring fallen Air Force pilot Major Brad Hovey with flags at half-staff across the state, beginning July 10 and lasting until July 17 — timed to…
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Two Dead in Iowa County Crash | Des Moines News
Two Dead in Iowa County Crash | Des Moines News
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Des Moines Budget Crisis and Your Voice | Des Moines News
Des Moines is staring down a tens-of-millions deficit, forcing hard choices on cuts and potential job losses—city leaders are turning to residents for input…
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Des Moines Lead Pipe Replacement | Des Moines News
Des Moines is on a massive mission to replace nearly 97,000 lead pipes, with homeowners like Adam Pirillo receiving notices to dig up their yards—potentially…
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Pella Trolley Launches Next Week | Des Moines News
Pella’s got a new ride rolling into town—starting next week, the Pella Trolley offers a fun, affordable way to explore the city’s Dutch heritage, running…
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Off-Duty K-9 Attacks Woman in Manson | Des Moines News
A UnityPoint K-9, off-duty and unsecured, attacked a woman in Manson on June 22nd — prompting an emergency room visit despite her initial refusal of care. No…
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Clive’s New Park Unveiled | Des Moines News
Clive’s biggest park yet, Greenbelt Landing, is set to open next week during the Clive Festival — a $10.5 million environmental and recreational masterpiece…
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Des Moines Residents Decide Budget Cuts | Des Moines News
Des Moines is staring down a $12 million budget shortfall, forcing residents to decide where cuts should land—because a new state law caps property tax…
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Kevin Wood Faces Two Serious Charges | Des Moines News
A 49-year-old man in Huxley is facing serious new charges of indecent acts with a child, allegedly spanning from last August to this June. This isn’t his first…
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Reiman Gardens Welcomes Baby Gnome | Des Moines News
Elwood the 15-foot concrete gnome in Ames, Iowa, just got a permanent baby gnome buddy — and now it’s your turn to name them! Reiman Gardens launched a…
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Bringing Home Major Hovey | Des Moines News
A solemn homecoming for Major Brad Hovey, an Iowa airman who died in a tragic B-52 crash during a routine test flight from Edwards Air Force Base. Eight lives…
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Swift-Water Rescue in Beaver Creek | Des Moines News
A kayaker was stranded in swift Beaver Creek on July 4th, but firefighters from Johnston-Grimes Metropolitan Fire District pulled off a flawless rescue despite…
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Iowa Man Charged in Fatal July 4 Crash | Des Moines News
An Iowa man faces life in prison after a July 4 crash in South Dakota killed a 9-year-old girl and injured a teen—charges include vehicular homicide, DUI, and…
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Iowa’s First Measles Case in 2026 | Des Moines News
Iowa’s first measles case in 2026 is a wake-up call: an adult traveler, vaccinated but exposed overseas, has sparked a public health scramble. With measles…
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Theodore Corkrean Murder Case | Des Moines News
Theodore Corkrean faces first-degree murder charges after allegedly executing his mother in Madison County, with investigators citing a chillingly precise…
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Measles Spreads in Polk County | Des Moines News
Measles is spreading in Polk County after a vaccinated person tested positive — and here’s the twist: they caught it overseas and now the virus is lurking in…
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Ringgold County Road Upgrade Announced | Des Moines News
Federal funds are pouring into Ringgold County to upgrade the critical P33 corridor—over six miles of road between Highway Two and Diagonal will be resurfaced…
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Speed Limits and Power Shifts | Des Moines News
Iowa’s raising speed limits on two-lane roads to 60 mph—yes, again—because modern cars are safer than the clunkers of yesteryear, and critics’ accident stats…
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Pork Exports Hit by Pseudorabies Outbreak | Des Moines News
A rare pseudorabies outbreak in Iowa and Texas hog farms disrupted U.S. pork exports to Mexico, triggering trade restrictions that slashed May sales by $30…
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Four Cyclones Chase NBA Dreams | Des Moines News
Four former Iowa State Cyclones are making their mark in the NBA Summer League, each chasing their dream of cracking an NBA roster. Joshua Jefferson, drafted…
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Starbuck's Rebuilds After Fire | Des Moines News
A devastating fire tore through Starbuck’s Drive-In in Nevada, wiping out its 70-year-old landmark—but the community refuses to let it go. Just two days after…
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Wells Fargo Cuts Another 20 Jobs | Des Moines News
Wells Fargo just announced another wave of layoffs—20 more employees at its Jordan Creek campus, with departures hitting September 5th—adding to hundreds…
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Cyclones Turn Doubt Into Fuel | Des Moines News
Iowa State football is embracing the doubters this season, fueled by a brand-new roster, coaching staff, and system — and they’re not backing down. Coach Jimmy…
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Platner’s Fall: Accountability in Politics | Des Moines News
Maine’s Senate race just got explosive as candidate Graham Platner faces mounting allegations — including a rape accusation backed by evidence — after three…
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Des Moines Ditches Local Civil Rights Probe | Des Moines News
Des Moines is poised to axe its 50-year-old civil rights investigation unit, pushing residents toward the state’s underfunded Office of Civil Rights—despite…
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Drive-Thru Denied in Downtown | Des Moines News
A Hyper Energy Bar’s double drive-thru dream just got derailed by Des Moines’ Plan and Zoning Commission, which denied the proposal citing pedestrian safety…
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22 Dogs Rescued from Horrific Conditions | Des Moines News
Twenty-two neglected pups were rescued from a filthy northwest Iowa home, where law enforcement and the Animal Rescue League found them covered in mats, feces…
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Iowa Honors Fallen Air Force Major | Des Moines News
Iowa honors fallen Air Force Major Brad Hovey with flags at half-staff through July 17th; the 35-year-old aerospace engineer from Adel, Iowa, died in a June…
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Iowa Eyes $200M Data Center Near Ely | Des Moines News
A major tech company is eyeing a $200 million data center in Ely, Iowa—near Cedar Rapids—with early talks underway. Officials are weighing zoning, permits…