Wireless Emergency Alerts are limited to flash flood warnings when there is a "threat tag" of considerable or catastrophic.

Des Moines Fire Department said crews were dispatched to East Caulder Avenue shortly after 5 p.m. in response to a structure fire. Upon arrival, the flames were visible, but were brought under ...

The thoroughfare, which runs east to west through the heart of Des Moines, is considered one of the most dangerous in the ...

Waukee police say a driver is in custody after nearly hitting multiple pedestrians while driving on a recreational trail.

Trump uses antisemitic slur in speech promoting his bill, says he wasn't aware of its meaning The Anti-Defamation League condemned Trump’s use of the word Friday morning ...

The best time to visit Des Moines is from June through August. Thanks to the summer season's warm temperatures that rest in the mid-80s, conditions… ...

President Donald Trump floats a plan to celebrate 250 years of American independence with a UFC match at the White House, along with other events in the year leading up to July 4, 2026.

What's CODE SWITCH? It's the fearless conversations about race that you've been waiting for. Hosted by journalists of color, our podcast tackles the subject of race with empathy and humor. We ...

Des Moines has been selected to host the 2025 National Speech & Debate Tournament for the second year in a row. The National Speech & Debate Association (NSDA), headquartered in West Des Moines, is ...

President Donald Trump spoke at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines Thursday evening, kicking off the one-year countdown to America's 250th birthday.

A driver competes in the burnout competition during Goodguys 34th Speedway Motors Heartland Nationals on July 5, 2025, at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines.

Plan you week with the help of our 10-day weather forecasts and weekend weather predictions for Des Moines, IA ...