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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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Cold Case Revisited: Baby’s Fate in Question | Des Moines News
A cold case from 1992 in Iowa City resurfaces as Cindy Elder, arrested in 2023 for murder, fights to have charges dismissed—claiming police pressured her…
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Iowa Raises Vital Records Fee to $20 | Des Moines News
Iowa just raised the cost of official vital records like birth, death, and marriage certificates from $15 to $20—effective July 1—citing rising operational…
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Yankee Doodle Pops Celebrates 250 Years | Des Moines News
The Des Moines Symphony is turning up the volume on their annual Yankee Doodle Pops concert with a record-breaking, star-studded show celebrating America’s…
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Marching Dutch Head to D.C. for Historic Parade | Des Moines News
The Pella High School Marching Dutch are headed to Washington, D.C. for the historic America 250 Parade, where they’ll debut brand-new uniforms funded by over…
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Iowa Targets Drunk Driving This July 4 | Des Moines News
Iowa’s going all-in to stop drunk driving this Fourth of July, after last year’s deadly toll of eight deaths and over 500 crashes. Governors and law…
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Former Chamber Leader Pleads Guilty | Des Moines News
Former Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce exec Bailey Smith has pleaded guilty to felony theft, admitting to siphoning nearly $27K over five years using chamber…
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Former Chamber Leader Pleads Guilty | Des Moines News
Former Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce exec Bailey Smith has pleaded guilty to felony theft, admitting to siphoning nearly $27K over five years using chamber…
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SAVE Plan Phased Out for 7M Borrowers | Des Moines News
Federal student loan borrowers face a major shift as the popular SAVE plan is being phased out, affecting over seven million people who now have 90 days to…
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Iowa Water Restrictions Ease | Des Moines News
Central Iowa Water Works is lifting its strict lawn watering ban, switching to a voluntary 50% reduction with an odd-even schedule—no watering on Mondays…
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Iowa Water Restrictions Ease Thanks to Community Effort | Des Moines News
Central Iowa Water Works is lifting mandatory lawn watering bans after residents rallied to cut back, helping stabilize water systems—but restrictions still…
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USA Faces Bosnia in Knockout Round | Des Moines News
Team USA is firing on all cylinders as they enter the knockout stage of the World Cup, already outscoring their last tournament and looking poised for a deep…
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Linn County Eyes $50M Data Center | Des Moines News
Linn County is eyeing a $50 million data center project that could spark major economic growth and create hundreds of jobs—both during construction and…
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Lawn Watering Back On With Rules | Des Moines News
Lawn sprinklers are back in Central Iowa — but with a twist: homeowners must follow an even-odd watering schedule based on their address, and Mondays are…
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Bananas in Town: Events & Vibe | Des Moines News
The Savannah Bananas are rolling into Iowa City—and they’re here to shake things up! Sold-out games aside, fans still have plenty of ways to catch the chaos…
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Wrong Way Crash on Highway 20 | Des Moines News
A deadly head-on collision on Highway 20 in Webster City left two people dead after a white pickup truck drove the wrong way and crashed into another vehicle…
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Iowa’s New Porn Age Verification Law | Des Moines News
Iowa just rolled out a new law requiring porn sites to verify users are 18+—but don’t expect aggressive enforcement, as the state relies on complaints and is…
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Wrong-Way Pickup Causes Fatal Crash | Des Moines News
A deadly head-on collision on Highway 20 near Webster City claimed two lives after a white pickup truck traveled the wrong way—just before emergency crews…
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Iowa’s New Laws Take Effect | Des Moines News
Iowa’s July 1st law blitz hits hard: adult site age checks, permanent childcare aid for working parents, English tests for CDLs, rural speed limits jumping to…
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Love vs Power Climbers on Empire State | Des Moines News
Two climbers scaled the Empire State Building’s 1,454-foot antenna, unfurled a peace message banner, and even shared a kiss—before being arrested by police…
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Polk County Pays $55K in Jail Injury Settlement | Des Moines News
Polk County just paid $55,000 to Benjamin Berber after he claimed he was injured while in custody—details of the incident remain undisclosed. The Board of…
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Bosnian Roots, Iowa Pride, World Cup Love | Des Moines News
The World Cup is igniting pride in Iowa’s Bosnian community, as families who fled war two decades ago now cheer for their heritage and their new home — a…
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Young Man Pleads for Bond Reduction in Mother’s Murder Case | Des Moines News
Young Man Pleads for Bond Reduction in Mother’s Murder Case | Des Moines News
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Iowa Heatwave Hits Hard This Week | Des Moines News
Iowa’s sweltering under a relentless heat dome, with temps hitting 100°F and humidity turning outdoor spaces into sticky traps—especially in the southeast. A…
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Scammers Targeting Families of Arrested Loved Ones | Des Moines News
Scammers are exploiting families of jailed loved ones with fake calls from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office—demanding money for GPS or bond payments via…
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Woodbury County Holds Off on Speed Limit Change | Des Moines News
Woodbury County supervisors are holding off on raising speed limits to 65 mph despite new state law—waiting until paved road sections get approved, giving…
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Ames Votes on Airport Data Center | Des Moines News
Ames, Iowa, is facing a major community showdown over a proposed 100,000-square-foot data center at the municipal airport — touted by Lightedge as a modest…
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Iowans Stock Up for Fourth Fireworks | Des Moines News
Iowans are going all out for the Fourth of July, flooding fireworks stores with demand as they gear up to light up the night with everything from sparklers to…
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Starbuck's Drive-In Fire in Nevada Iowa | Des Moines News
A fire ripped through Starbuck’s Drive-In in Nevada, Iowa, Tuesday evening, fueled by overloaded wiring in a storage area and whipped by wind—though crews got…
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Egg Giants Pay to Settle Price Fixing | Des Moines News
Three major egg producers—Cal-Maine Foods, Hickman’s Egg Ranch, and Centrum Valley Holdings (Versova Holdings)—are paying over $3 million to settle a…
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Iowa Golf Explorer’s 99-County Quest | Des Moines News
A Pella, Iowa man turned pandemic boredom into a monumental quest: he created an 800-page guide to every golf course in the state—and then set out to play one…
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Iowa Sweet Corn Hits Early This Year | Des Moines News
Iowa’s sweet corn is hitting the market early this year—way ahead of the old “knee-high by the Fourth of July” saying. Thanks to warm weather and timely…
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Ames Weighs Data Center Future | Des Moines News
Ames is facing a heated debate over a massive new data center near the airport, promising long-term infrastructure but raising alarms about environmental…
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No Cashing in Act Targets Lobbyists | Des Moines News
Congressman Zach Nunn just dropped a bold new bill called the No Cashing in Act, targeting former lawmakers who cash in on taxpayer pensions while…
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Trump's Crypto Empire Surges to $1.4B | Des Moines News
Trump’s 2025 financial disclosure reveals crypto ventures as his biggest income source, generating over $1.4 billion—mostly from World Liberty Financial and…
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Iowa Speed Limits Rising to 60 | Des Moines News
Iowa’s speed limit is officially jumping from 55 to 60 mph on most two-lane state highways starting July 1, but don’t assume every road will follow — some…
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Iowa Speed Limits Rising to 60 | Des Moines News
Starting July 1st, most Iowa two-lane and rural roads will see their default speed limit jump from 55 to 60 mph—except interstates, which stay at 70. Governor…
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Des Moines Homicide Surge This Year | Des Moines News
Des Moines is facing a shocking surge in violence, with sixteen homicides already this year—more than the entire 2023 total—and twelve occurring right in the…
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Des Moines Budget Crunch | Des Moines News
Des Moines is facing a serious budget crunch, projecting $12 million shortfall in 2028 and another $5 million gap in 2029, and they’re turning to the public…
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Heatwave Hits Homeless Shelters | Des Moines News
As Iowa’s temperatures soar, shelters brace for a heat-driven surge in homelessness, stocking up on essentials and hiring extra staff—since many avoid shelters…
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Des Moines Funds Plate Scan Tech | Des Moines News
Des Moines just locked in a $157K five-year deal with Motorola Solutions for license plate recognition tech — funded entirely from the police budget, no new…
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Suspicious Package at Police Station | Des Moines News
A suspicious package sent to the Des Moines Police Department’s front desk sparked a full bomb squad response — complete with evacuations and X-rays — but…
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Bryce McNeil Pleads Guilty to Trafficking | Des Moines News
Bryce McNeil just pleaded guilty to trafficking and endangering a child, admitting he brought a woman from Kansas City to Des Moines to force her into sex work…
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Starbuck's Drive-In Fire in Nevada Iowa | Des Moines News
Starbuck's Drive-In Fire in Nevada Iowa | Des Moines News
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Black Hills Energy Under Fire | Des Moines News
Iowa regulators are digging into Black Hills Energy after inspectors uncovered over 100 safety violations at their Spencer Unit in June 2025, sparking a full…
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Trapped by Tracks After Train Crash | Des Moines News
A train derailment in Jasper County turned a routine car crash into a nightmare for residents cut off from home—when a pickup truck slammed into a stopped car…
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Menopause and Brain Health Study | Des Moines News
Menopause isn’t just about hot flashes and sleepless nights—it’s a pivotal moment that may accelerate brain and vascular aging. Researchers at Iowa State…
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Clive Brings Mental Health Crisis Team In-House | Des Moines News
Clive is bringing its crisis intervention team in-house, turning a once-outsourced mental health responder role into a city employee position to ensure 24/7…
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Iowa Pesticide Spill Threatens Local Waters | Des Moines News
Iowa Pesticide Spill Threatens Local Waters | Des Moines News
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IUC Orders Summit to Submit Updated Pipeline Plan | Des Moines News
The Iowa Utilities Commission has issued new directives to Summit Carbon Solutions, demanding they formally submit an updated plan for their controversial…
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One Woman’s Grief Sparks Global Aid | Des Moines News
Yele Montana, living in Iowa, turned her grief into action after devastating earthquakes in Venezuela claimed lives in her extended family. With her apartment…
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Iowa Scholar Among 20 Presidential 1776 Finalists | Des Moines News
A rising star from Southeast Iowa is among just 20 finalists in the high-stakes Presidential 1776 Awards—a national civics competition backed by the U.S…
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Council Rejects Pay Raises Amid Budget Shortfall | Des Moines News
Des Moines City Council unanimously rejected proposed pay raises for themselves and the mayor, citing a $17 million budget shortfall as the key reason —…
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Car Pushed onto Tracks Before Train Hit | Des Moines News
A car was pushed onto train tracks in Jasper County, leading to a collision that injured the driver—though not life-threatening. The driver escaped before…
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Egg Giants Settle Price-Gouging Claims | Des Moines News
Three major egg producers face big consequences after settling with the Justice Department and 17 states over alleged price-fixing that inflated egg costs for…
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Storm Lake Weighs E-Bike Trail Rules | Des Moines News
Storm Lake’s city officials sparked heated debate at a town hall as residents and police voiced growing alarm over e-bike and e-scooter safety, especially on…
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Honoring Forgotten Heroes at Fort Des Moines | Des Moines News
On July Fourth, Fort Des Moines hosts a quiet but powerful flag-raising ceremony honoring Iowa’s forgotten defenders—six historical figures, including an Eagle…
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DART Turns Bus Stops Into Art Galleries | Des Moines News
DART’s Art Shelter Program is turning bus stops into vibrant mini-galleries, with six newly unveiled shelters on Ingersoll Avenue kicking off a plan for 40…
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YouTube's Cookie Changes Explained | Des Moines News
YouTube’s cookie policy is shifting—still essential for core functionality, but now giving you real control over personalization. Accept all, and YouTube…
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Your Data, Your Choice on YouTube | Des Moines News
YouTube’s cookie policy is shifting—choose “Accept all” for personalized content and ads tailored to your habits, or “Reject all” for a generic, data-free…