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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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West Des Moines Ends Runoff Elections | Des Moines News
West Des Moines just eliminated runoff elections—city council voted to make it so the top vote-getter wins outright, no second round needed. Listen in…
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USA Exit World Cup in Crushing Loss | Des Moines News
The U.S. men’s soccer team’s World Cup dreams ended in crushing fashion, falling 4-1 to Belgium — a loss that derailed their quest for a quarterfinal spot and…
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Timber Rattlesnakes on the Move | Des Moines News
Rattlesnakes are on the move in Madison County, Iowa—especially timber rattlesnakes in mating season. Look for yellow, gray, or brown snakes with black and…
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River Rises But Budgets Strain | Des Moines News
When the South Skunk River surged past nineteen feet, Colfax dodged a major disaster thanks to a swift, tireless response from its public works crew—working…
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The Wall That Heals Comes to Iowa | Des Moines News
A powerful, moving tribute is rolling into Iowa this month — “The Wall That Heals,” a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, arrives at…
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Iowa State Patrol’s New Plane Sparks Debate | Des Moines News
Iowa’s State Patrol just got a high-tech upgrade: a new Grand Caravan turboprop plane, bought with pandemic relief money. Faster, higher-flying, and packed…
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New Early Learning Center Opens | Des Moines News
Des Moines Christian School is making waves with a major expansion—opening a brand-new early childhood center in August, complete with dedicated classrooms, a…
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Pear Car Back on the Road | Des Moines News
Andrew Glubbey’s pear-shaped moped, Miss Peary, is back on the road after a breakdown, thanks to a new Kawasaki engine and a flood of stranger support —…
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Tragedy at Edwards Air Base | Des Moines News
Tragedy strikes as Air Force Major Brad Hovey, a proud Adel resident, loses his life in a B-52 crash at Edwards Air Base—just after takeoff, with all eight…
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Des Moines Replaces Lead Pipes | Des Moines News
Des Moines Water Works is accelerating phase two of its lead service line replacement program, targeting five new neighborhoods including Drake, Chautauqua…
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Des Moines Fire Dept Gets New Ladder Truck | Des Moines News
Des Moines just unveiled its newest fire hero: Truck Six, a $1.7 million ladder truck now stationed on Southeast Sixth Street, ready to tackle over 30,000…
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Roblox Predator Takes Teen to Tennessee | Des Moines News
A Tennessee man, Martin Amaya Sandoval Junior, pleaded guilty to four counts of aggravated statutory rape after luring a 13-year-old girl from West Des Moines…
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Flood Displaces 400 in Parkside East | Des Moines News
Floodwaters from Four Mile Creek tore through Parkside East apartments, displacing over 400 low-income residents. Conlin Properties is urgently relocating…
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Des Moines Powerball Winner Claims $100K | Des Moines News
A Des Moines resident holds a $100,000 Powerball winner—sold at Casey’s on East Army Post Road—and lottery officials urge others to check their tickets…
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Colombian Driver Escapes Charge After World Cup Win | Des Moines News
A Colombian dad speeds through Iowa, dodges a cop—thinking he’s fine because he couldn’t hear the siren—only to end up in court. Thanks to Google Translate and…
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YouTube's Data Changes Explained | Des Moines News
YouTube’s data policies are shifting—here’s what it means for you: Accept All lets them personalize your feed and ads using your full history, while Decline…
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Elkhart Floods Leave Basements in Ruins | Des Moines News
Holiday weekend storms turned Elkhart, Iowa, into a disaster zone—basements flooded with over a foot of rain, ruining carpets, appliances, and leaving behind…
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Fireworks Surge Amid Fewer Park Damages | Des Moines News
Des Moines police handled over 3,300 calls during the Independence Day weekend, with 300 tied to fireworks—yet park damage dropped to just five incidents from…
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Chichaqua Trail Washed Out Ahead of Bike Ride | Des Moines News
Chichaqua Valley Trail hit hard by flash floods—east of NE 88th Street is shut down as sections washed away. Hillbilly Bike Ride this weekend is adapting fast…
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Flooded Apartments and Unanswered Questions | Des Moines News
Heavy rains in Des Moines caused Fourmile Creek to flood, displacing 144 families at Parkside East apartments—32 of whom lost their homes entirely. Despite a…
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Scooter Crash Sparks Safety Concerns | Des Moines News
A crash in Des Moines involving an electric scooter and a car has sparked renewed concern over rising scooter-related injuries — with hospitals reporting…
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Animal Rescue Group Sues Over Unpaid Rescue Work | Des Moines News
Animal Rescue League of Marshalltown is suing the city of Laurel and Marshall County over unpaid fees—more than $21,000—for their role in a major animal…
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South Skunk River Floods Recede | Des Moines News
Flooding on the South Skunk River in Jasper County, Iowa, hit a high of nearly 19.5 feet—but officials say it’s peaking and falling, with no evacuations…
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Flood Victims Need Your Help Now | Des Moines News
Floodwaters forced over 140 families from their homes on July 3rd—32 still can’t return. Many lived in income-restricted housing and now scramble for new…
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USA vs Belgium World Cup Watch Parties | Des Moines News
World Cup fever is boiling over in Iowa as fans gear up for the USA vs. Belgium showdown—kickoff at 7 PM. Head to the Des Moines Biergarten for a free, massive…
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Arrested, Bailed, Then Colombia Won | Des Moines News
A Colombian World Cup fan got pulled over for speeding, sparked a 10-mile police chase, and ended up posting bond just in time to watch his team beat Ghana and…
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Dredging Lake LaVerne Reveals History | Des Moines News
Dredging Lake LaVerne at Iowa State University is uncovering hidden history—think vintage bowling balls, a possible 70s touchdown cannon, and 40s-50s glass…
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Pedestrian Killed Twice on I-80 | Des Moines News
Pedestrian Killed Twice on I-80 | Des Moines News
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Teen Girl Shot at July 4 Party | Des Moines News
A 17-year-old girl, Teonnie Tillman, was fatally shot during a Fourth of July party in West Des Moines, sparking a community outpouring of grief and a swift…
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New Vet Hospital Opens in South Des Moines | Des Moines News
South Des Moines Veterinary Center just unveiled its stunning new hospital on Army Post Road — a sleek, tech-savvy facility that honors 60 years of community…
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A Tragic Moment in Time | Des Moines News
A tragic event unfolds in this gripping episode, where heartbreak meets resilience as one family’s shattered world seeks healing through courage, community…
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Flood Warning Hits Central Iowa | Des Moines News
Flood alert hits central Iowa—Jasper, Marion, and Polk counties brace for moderate flooding as the South Skunk River near Colfax surges above flood stage at…
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Cybersecurity Funding Split in Iowa | Des Moines News
Iowa’s governor just vetoed a $500K cybersecurity funding bill for K-12 schools, calling it an unfair earmark favoring one tech company and locking schools…
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Urbandale Fourth of July Shooting Probe | Des Moines News
Fireworks turned tense at Urbandale’s Fourth of July bash when shots fired around 10:22 PM—no injuries, no arrests yet. Police are locked down and…
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Iowa Machine Shed Fire Contained | Des Moines News
At 3:22 AM near Afton, Iowa, a massive fire erupted in a 40-by-60-foot machine shed, fueled by vehicles and debris, forcing firefighters to break through metal…
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Summer Heat’s Not Done With Us Yet | Des Moines News
Summer’s not done with us yet—after a brief reprieve with temps in the mid to upper 80s, a cold front brings storms Wednesday and Thursday, but the heat’s…
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Chesterfield School to Become Tiny Home Village | Des Moines News
A historic Des Moines school, Chesterfield School, may soon be demolished to make way for a groundbreaking tiny home village designed to house and support…
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Nurse Suspended After Inmate Death | Des Moines News
A registered nurse in Iowa, Penny Lynn Daniels, has been suspended for three months after an inmate died hours after receiving her care — a case now under…
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Chestnut Reigns Again in Scorching Heat | Des Moines News
Joey Chestnut crushed it again, devouring 66 hot dogs in 10 minutes to claim his 18th Nathan’s title—his comeback after a 2024 ban—and Miki Sudo matched her…
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Iowa Sues Temu Over Fraud and Data Theft | Des Moines News
Iowa’s Attorney General has launched a major lawsuit against Temu, accusing the app of rampant consumer fraud, fake merchandise, deceptive pricing, and…
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Iowa Repeals Bias Training Law | Des Moines News
Six years after Iowa passed groundbreaking police reform laws following George Floyd’s murder — including mandatory implicit bias training — the state is…
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The Spook Light Encounter | Des Moines News
A twenty-something intern, fresh out of college and thrust into the wild world of Christian youth conferences, teams up with two fellow interns to chase down…
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Blood Shortage Crisis Demands Your Help | Des Moines News
Blood shortages are hitting critical levels, especially for life-saving type O negative, forcing hospitals to cancel surgeries and delay treatments. The Red…
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Donate Kids Books to Marion Library | Des Moines News
Marion Public Library in Iowa is on the hunt for kids’ books—K through 12—to fuel young readers’ imaginations and learning. Drop them off at the refrigerated…
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Iowa’s History Needs More Than Just a Passing Mention | Des Moines News
As Iowa braces for its 250th anniversary, a heated debate is unfolding over how well the state is preserving its rich, complex history—especially at the local…
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U.S. and Israel Military Integration Bill | Des Moines News
A bold new bill in Congress, the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act, is stirring controversy by proposing unprecedented military integration with Israel —…
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Kean's Break and the Broken System | Des Moines News
Rep. Thomas Kean Jr. bravely stepped away from Congress for 100 days to battle depression, a move that highlights the stigma and systemic barriers many face…
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UTV Flip Leaves Two Seriously Hurt | Des Moines News
UTV Flip Leaves Two Seriously Hurt | Des Moines News
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Two Cars Hit Pedestrian on I-80 | Des Moines News
A pedestrian was fatally struck by two separate vehicles on I-80 near the N. Dubuque Street exit in Iowa City around 1 AM—highlighting the deadly risks of…
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Flood Recovery and River Closures Update | Des Moines News
Families displaced by the Parkside East flood in Des Moines are finally getting answers—150 residents forced into shelters, with repairs underway but months of…
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Lefty's Reborn as Strychnine | Des Moines News
Lefty’s is back—reborn as Strychnine under new owner Jerry Spargur, a musician who’s determined to honor the legendary venue’s legacy while building something…
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UTV Rollover in Marshall County Iowa | Des Moines News
A UTV flipped over in Marshall County, Iowa, Saturday night around 6:30 PM, leaving two people with serious injuries. Emergency crews were aided by bystanders…
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Tragic Watercraft Collision in Clear Lake | Des Moines News
Tragedy struck Clear Lake Saturday night when two personal watercraft collided near the McIntosh boat ramp, killing a 14-year-old girl from Dyersville and…
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Tragedy on Clear Lake Watercraft Crash | Des Moines News
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded yesterday evening near McIntosh Woods State Park in Clear Lake, Iowa, when a 14-year-old girl died after a collision between…
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Flood Displaces 140 Families in Des Moines | Des Moines News
A major flood in Des Moines forced over 140 families from Parkside East apartments, with 32 permanently displaced as Fourmile Creek overflowed. Buildings A, C…
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Tragic Clear Lake Watercraft Collision | Des Moines News
A Fourth of July tragedy on Clear Lake claimed the life of a 14-year-old girl from Dyersville after a collision between two personal watercrafts—five people…
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Dry Skies Ahead, Heat on the Way | Des Moines News
Rain’s on the way out—central Iowa’s soaking July start is giving way to dry, sunny skies through Wednesday, though heat and humidity will ramp up, making it…
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Iowa’s New Laws, Awards, and Apartment Drama | Des Moines News
Iowa just rolled out new laws tightening access to abortion pills and ramping up “tough on crime” policies, while the University of Iowa celebrates a major…
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Grinnell’s New Flag Monument Honors Veterans | Des Moines News
Grinnell, Iowa just unveiled a stunning 42-foot steel American flag sculpture that you can walk inside—turning art into a quiet space for reflection and…
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South Skunk River Rises, No Evacuations Yet | Des Moines News
The South Skunk River’s water levels have surged to a dangerous 19 feet—nearly double its normal height—threatening levees near Colfax’s sewage facility and…