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Des Moines parking fine hike won't solve city's parking revenue woes

Des Moines parking fine hike won't solve city's parking revenue woes

The city of Des Moines upped parking fines in May to $20 from $15, but that won't plug a hole in its parking revenue. The biggest reason: There are a lot fewer people parking downtown than before the pandemic. But there are other factors,...

Meet the Des Moines Register's 2025 All-Iowa girls tennis teams 

Meet the Des Moines Register's 2025 All-Iowa girls tennis teams 

The 2025 Iowa high school girls tennis season ended with an action-packed slate in the Class 2A and 1A state tournaments in Iowa City and Waterloo. The Des Moines Register is pleased to announce the 2025 All-Iowa girls tennis honorees. The list...

Meet the Des Moines Register's 2025 All-Iowa boys tennis teams

Meet the Des Moines Register's 2025 All-Iowa boys tennis teams

Another Iowa high school boys tennis season has concluded, which means the Des Moines Register is announcing the 2025 All-Iowa boys tennis team. The list includes a six-person Elite Team, consisting of the Iowa's best tennis players regardless of...

Don't miss out on these 6 Des Moines food trucks this summer 

Don't miss out on these 6 Des Moines food trucks this summer 

From quesabirria to Venezuelan arepas and pulled pork sandwiches, Des Moines has a mouthwatering food truck scene. Whether you're looking for quick and easy snacks, a late-night bite, or dessert, Des Moines has plenty of options on wheels. Many...

Iowa weather: Heavy rain chances linger through the week

Iowa weather: Heavy rain chances linger through the week

Iowa weather: Heavy rain chances linger through the week FACILITY WILL BE BUSY DOWN THERE BY THAT NEW SPORTS COMPLEX. 618 THIS MORNING, WHEREVER YOU’RE GETTING GOING THIS MORNING, WE HAVE TO TIME OUT THIS RAIN THAT’S MOVING THROUGH. IT’S JUST KIND...

Kirk Ferentz's take on college's new era may surprise you ahead of 27th Iowa season

Kirk Ferentz's take on college's new era may surprise you ahead of 27th Iowa season

IOWA CITY, Iowa — In the era of college athletics defined by unlimited free agency, revenue sharing and an expanding playoff system, it may be stunning to some that the longest tenured person leading a football program is comfortable with the new...

Appelt wins IMCA hobby stock feature race

Appelt wins IMCA hobby stock feature race

Mike Kraft/MDN Caden Appelt (70) leads the pack around the corner in the hobby stock feature race during the Magic City Dirt Series Championship Night on Sunday. Appelt took home first place in the race and second overall for the 2025 season. The...

Mediacom Opens Iowa Broadband Network Center via $15M Investment

Mediacom Opens Iowa Broadband Network Center via $15M Investment

Mediacom Communications has announced the grand opening of its new Network Operations Center (NOC) in West Des Moines, Iowa. The state-of-the-art facility will serve as the central hub for monitoring Mediacom’s broadband network operations across...

SPORTS SHORTS: Ranked Grinnell too much for MHS softball

SPORTS SHORTS: Ranked Grinnell too much for MHS softball

GRINNELL — The Marshalltown softball team managed just two hits in a 9-1 loss at Class 4A No. 11 Grinnell on Friday night. Both hits came in the same inning for the Bobcats (10-11), leading to the team’s lone run in the six-inning contest. Kendall...

West Des Moines man charged with possession of child pornography

West Des Moines man charged with possession of child pornography

contacted by America 2-50. There are no other details at this time. New tonight, A West Des Moines man is facing several charges for allegedly possessing sexual videos of children. According to court documents, Urbandale police received a tip from...

Iowa lawmakers react to Israel/Iran ceasefire announcement by praising the president

Iowa lawmakers react to Israel/Iran ceasefire announcement by praising the president

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Iowa's delegation in Congress is praising President Trump after he announced on social media Iran and Israel have announced a ceasefire, that will begin in 24 hours. The president said "It has been fully agreed by and between...

Insider claims possible rift with coach might have caused Bo Bassett's shocking decommitment from Iowa Wrestling

Insider claims possible rift with coach might have caused Bo Bassett's shocking decommitment from Iowa Wrestling

Bo Bassett shared the shocking news of decommitting from the University of Iowa's wrestling program for his NCAA career. A wrestling insider opened up about his rift with the coach being the possible reason behind his decommitment. Shortly after...

Waverly-area band joins 2025 Iowa Municipal Band Festival

Waverly-area band joins 2025 Iowa Municipal Band Festival

Boone, Iowa — The Boone Municipal Band is proud to host the 33rd annual Iowa Municipal Band Festival on Saturday, July 12, at Herman Park Pavilion. This free event brings together community bands from across the Midwest for a full day of music and...

FD City Council OKs work on Blanden Memorial Art Museum

FD City Council OKs work on Blanden Memorial Art Museum

The Fort Dodge City Council on Monday approved some exterior work on the Blanden Memorial Art Museum building. The work will be done on the northwest side of the building at 920 Third Ave. S. It includes removing and replacing some pavement in the...

5 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, Hulu, Peacock and more (June 24-30)

5 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, Hulu, Peacock and more (June 24-30)

This week doesn't boast the strongest lineup for new movies, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some worth checking out across the top streaming services. Whether you’re into chilling horror or an explosive action thriller, there’s a bit of...

Iowa political leaders react to Trump's report of Iran-Israel ceasefire

Iowa political leaders react to Trump's report of Iran-Israel ceasefire

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran will stop its attacks if Israel stops their airstrikes. However, he said no official ceasefire has been agreed upon IOWA, USA — Iowa political leaders are reacting after President Donald Trump...

Two Weeks of Live Music & Activities at Town Square in Dodgeville

Two Weeks of Live Music & Activities at Town Square in Dodgeville

Shut the block down at Town Square! From July 12th through July 26th, E Merrimac Street in Dodgeville, WI, is the place to be for two weeks of non-stop summer fun. Enjoy live music, local food and drinks, and take part in a variety of activities...

Bo Bassett's brother Keegan breaks silence amid claims around reason for No 1 prospect's decommitment from Iowa Hawkeyes

Bo Bassett's brother Keegan breaks silence amid claims around reason for No 1 prospect's decommitment from Iowa Hawkeyes

Bo Bassett's brother, Keegan spoke for the first time about the claims surrounding the 18-year-old's decision to decommit from the University of Iowa's wrestling program for his NCAA career. Bassett's decision to re-enter the recruitment portal...

H-1B approvals for employers classified under Health Care and Social Assistance industry across Des Moines Sun publication area in 2024

H-1B approvals for employers classified under Health Care and Social Assistance industry across Des Moines Sun publication area in 2024

Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS | https://www.dhswatchlist.com/ Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS |...

Iowa lawmakers condemn Iran's attack on U.S. military base in Qatar

Iowa lawmakers condemn Iran's attack on U.S. military base in Qatar

Iowa lawmakers are speaking out against Iran's attack on U.S. military personnel. On social media, Republican Sen. Joni Ernst said "I ran would be very foolish to attack our homeland."3rd District Congressman, Republican Zach Nunn, said President...

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