Man found dead in Des Moines - Fri, 03 Sep 2010

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Des Moines artist expands project on Iowa civil ri... - Thu, 02 Sep 2010

Just for kicks, I'm going to try to tell most of this story with photos I took during my daily bike-commute to and from work.

Summer rainfall second in records, behind '93 - Thu, 02 Sep 2010

When it comes to rainy summers, 2010 is second to one: the disastrous 1993 flood year.

What's fun in Des Moines today - Thu, 02 Sep 2010

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Robber in Bob Marley shirt hits Des Moines credit union, escapes into woods - Thu, 02 Sep 2010

Des Moines police are searching for a bank robber with a Bob Marley shirt. The Tradesmen Community Credit Union on S.E. 14th Street was robbed Thursday morning.

Old-time photo of the day: Harvest in Des Moines - Thu, 02 Sep 2010

From 1938 Here's the caption: "First harvest of thrift garden at 15th Street and Prospect Road is shown here, exhibited by neighbors.

Chase takes police, suspects off-roading - Thu, 02 Sep 2010

A pickup truck stuck in the mud in ditch off of Lower Beaver Road Wednesday afternoon.

Warner on 'Dancing With the Stars' - Thu, 02 Sep 2010

Iowa native and retired NFL football player Kurt Warner has joined season 11 of "Dancing with the Stars." His partner is raven-hair Russian dancer Anna Trebunskaya.

City warns of flood scams - Thu, 02 Sep 2010

Des Moines leaders are warning victims of this summer's floods to be leery of unlicensed contractors and people posing as city officials.

Climatologist: Summer '93 remains Iowa's wettest - Wed, 01 Sep 2010

The summer of 2010 was a rainy one for Iowa, but the summer of 1993 remains Iowa's wettest on record.

Police release robbery suspect pics - Wed, 01 Sep 2010

Des Moines police say photographs of suspects in a bank robbery on Tuesday may lead them to the culprits.

Old-time photo of the day: Flagpole sitting in downtown Des Moines - Wed, 01 Sep 2010

From 1947: Here's the caption: 'Cavorting atop a pole on the Flynn building, Seventh and Locust streets, is Richard Blandy.

Whata s Fun in Des Moines: Ted Nugent - Wed, 01 Sep 2010

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West Des Moines hospitals' beds slow to fill - Wed, 01 Sep 2010

The two new hospitals in West Des Moines have dozens of empty beds most days, but administrators say they're confident of the facilities' future.

The 2011 Farmer 's Almanac is predicting a snowier-than-normal winter for Iowa - Wed, 01 Sep 2010

The 2011 Farmer's Almanac was released Monday and it has bad news for Iowa. Our region is predicted to have a snowier-than-normal winter.

Des Moines high school students to get elections experience - Wed, 01 Sep 2010

A $50,000 federal grant will help Des Moines high school students get hands on experience voting in elections.

'Water for Elephants' author Sara Gruen launches new book - Tue, 31 Aug 2010

When scientists get behind a novel, one might expect a real snoozer. You know, too many facts getting in the way of a good story.

Police Shooting: The man critically injured when he was shot by a... - Tue, 31 Aug 2010

The Webster City man who was shot and critically wounded by a policeman during a traffic stop last week is a former Iowa corrections officer.

Nearly 1,500 without power in Des Moines - Tue, 31 Aug 2010

Two power outages tied to this morning's storms knocked out service for nearly 1,500 MidAmerican Energy customers in Des Moines.

Sarah Palin to attend fundraiser - Tue, 31 Aug 2010

Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin plans to make her first solo political visit to the leadoff presidential caucus state next month, having accepted an invitation to headline the Iowa Republican Party's Sept.

Sweet treats dot neighborhoods in Windsor Heights - Tue, 31 Aug 2010

Vanilla ice cream with homemade red raspberry sauce was the treat for visitors at the home of Allen and Sandy Sydnes in Windsor Heights on Sunday.

’Pool rat’ takes one last tour before hanging up swim cap - Tue, 31 Aug 2010

Have you heard about Mark Hurley?

SCRUBs collect 1,276 tons of refuse - Mon, 30 Aug 2010

Des Moines residents need to jettison more trash at SCRUB days if they want to catch up to last year’s record tonnage collection.

Smiles decorate faces of students at Windsor Elementary - Mon, 30 Aug 2010

The long schedule of activities at Windsor Elementary School on Thursday may have seemed daunting to the 6-year-olds gazing raptly at the white board in front of them.

Fort Des Moines’ fate rests on preservation plan - Mon, 30 Aug 2010

City parks leaders approved a plan last week that will guide, and should expedite, efforts to preserve Fort Des Moines on the city’s south side.

Check contractors’ licenses for flood repair, don’t pay early - Mon, 30 Aug 2010

Residents who have property that was damaged by the recent floods and have scheduled an inspection with the Des Moines Permit and Development Division should use caution before letting anyone into their homes, city officials warn.

Safety plans crucial during emergencies - Mon, 30 Aug 2010

September is National Preparedness Month, and Polk County Emergency Management has created tips on what you need to make a safety plan and survive in an emergency situation.

Volunteers needed in D.M. area - Mon, 30 Aug 2010

Planned Parenthood of the Heartland is looking for volunteers for its 50th anniversary book sale. The sale Sept. 16-20, run by nearly 600 volunteers, is one of the largest charity book sales in the nation. Proceeds support the expansion of Planned Parenthood’s education and outreach efforts. Volunteer shifts are available throughout the book sale and year-round. Call 235-0414 or e-mail booksale@ppheartland.org.

Well Done -- Des Moines - Mon, 30 Aug 2010

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Northwest DM Rotary giving away $20,000 on Friday - Mon, 30 Aug 2010

Northwest Des Moines Rotary will award more than $20,000 in contributions to area charitable causes and international organizations on Friday. Awards will be made at the club’s general meeting from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Urbandale Golf and Country Club, 4000 86th St. in Urbandale.

Expectation and change fill fifth-grader’s return to school - Wed, 25 Aug 2010

When a fifth-grader is throwing around the idea of becoming a brain surgeon, it’s probably a safe bet she is looking forward to the first day of school.

Colby Park cleanup to take another week - Wed, 25 Aug 2010

On Monday morning, city workers mowed grass at Colby Park.

Safe disposal of medicine is Sept. 25 - Wed, 25 Aug 2010

Des Moines police will work with representatives of the Drug Enforcement Administration next month to help residents get rid of unwanted prescription medication in a way that disposes of the drugs with safety in mind.

Guest opinion column: Iowa employment outlook bright - Wed, 25 Aug 2010

Iowa’s Department of Management prepared a status report to the governor on the implementation of Iowa’s Infrastructure Investment Initiative Program (I-JOBS). The report also evaluated how I-JOBS is complementing other infrastructure and flood response programs in Iowa to support jobs.

Crowd rallies Maroons to opening week win - Wed, 25 Aug 2010

Game on! Dowling Catholic High School held its first fall sports kick-off rally Aug. 19, put on by the Maroon Crew (student-led) and Maroon Crew Too (parent-led) organizations.

Crime Report — Windsor Heights - Wed, 25 Aug 2010

6400 block of Washington Avenue, Aug. 17 - An individual filed a report of criminal mischief.

Iowa Extends Ferentz Through 2020 - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz agrees to a five-year contract extension through 2020, possibly keeping him in charge of the Hawkeyes for the rest of his career.

Witness: Plane's Ad Banner Caught In Corn, Nose Dives - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Authorities said one person has died in a plane crash in Boone County on Thursday morning.

Photos: Plane Crashes In Corn Field - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Rescue crews were on the scene of a plane crash in Boone County on Thursday morning.

Man Found Dead On Court Avenue - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
An autopsy is planned Thursday on a man found dead on Court Avenue on Wednesday.

Former Jailer, 8 Others Arrested In Drug Sweep - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
A drug sweep in central Iowa has resulted in several arrests in the Marshall County area.

Company Shocked By $870K Mowing Contact - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
A lawn care company in Pella has filed a formal protest over a contract bidding process to maintain the grounds at the Veteran's Hospital in Knoxville.

Campgrounds Fill Fast For Labor Day Weekend - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Iowa campgrounds are filling up fast for the last major camping weekend of the summer, said Department of Natural Resources officials on Tuesday.

Iowans To Pack 4 Million Meals This Week - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Meals from the Heartland kicked off Thursday at HyVee Hall. Thousands of volunteers turned up to carefully package meals of soy, rice, chicken vitamin, and dried vegetables. The bagged meals will be sent out across the world to underprivileged.

Culver Wants Faster Install Of Interstate Barriers - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Gov. Chet Culver is urging the state Transportation Department to accelerate its plans to install cable barriers in the medians of some Iowa interstates.

100 Things to See, Do In DM This Fall, Winter - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
The Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau is releasing a new list of "100 Things to See and Do in Des Moines this Fall and Winter."

Culver, Branstad Agree To Debate Schedule - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
The major party candidates for governor have agreed to meet three times for debates.

Study: Third Of Iowa Homes Lack High-Speed Internet - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
A new study prepared in cooperation with the Iowa Utilities Board finds that one-third of Iowa households don't have broadband service.

Man Drives Down Bike Trail During Police Chase - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Des Moines police followed a car down a bike trail on Wednesday during a chase.

Flooding Continues In Parts Of Iowa - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Counties in southern Iowa are still dealing with flooding, in what has turned out to be one of the wettest summers on record in the state.

Police Investigating Robbery At Credit Union - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Police are investigating a robbery at a credit union in Des Moines Thursday morning.

Mortgage Rates Take 10th Straight Drop - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Mortgage rates fell to the lowest level in decades for the tenth time in 11 weeks, as investors worried about the economy.

Sentence Against Dad Suspended In Twin Toddlers Neglect Case - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
A judge has suspended a 10-year prison sentence of a Charles City man accused of locking his two toddlers in their bedrooms for up to 14 hours a day for two years.

Ex-Mayor Pleads To Drunken Boating Charge - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Former Mason City Mayor Roger Bang has pleaded guilty to a charge of operating a boat while intoxicated.

Which Teams Will Hawkeye Football Play In 2011? - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
The 12-team Big Ten Conference will split into two divisions beginning in 2011 -- when new member Nebraska joins the league.

Heavy Rain Limits Parking For ISU Game - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Heavy rain may cause some parking headaches for Thursday night's football game between Iowa State and Northern Illinois.

Parents Say School Dress Code Violates Law - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
An administrative law judge is expected to rule by early October if a new dress code by Waterloo Community Schools violates state law.

Worker Killed In UI Renovation Accident - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Authorities said a private contractor working on a renovation project at the University of Iowa has died after being injured in an accident on campus.

Hostile Takeover Of Casey's Takes Another Step - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
A Canadian company has increased the offer in its attempt to conduct a hostile takeover of Ankeny-based Casey's General Stores.

World Tri: Wittmack Goes It Alone - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
Iowa adventurer Charlie Wittmack is making some changes to his plans to swim the English Channel, bicycle from France to India and then to climb Mount Everest.

Lightning Bolt Knocks Teen To Ground - Thu, 2 Sep 2010
A 15-year-old Iowa girl survives a lightning strike that seems to have taken only her memory of the event.

Robbery on 28XX HUBBELL AVE, Des Moines, IA (via spotcrime.com) - Tue, 31 Aug 2010
Two men robbed a bank and fled away with the cash.

Robbery on GLENWOOD CIRCLE, Des Moines, IA (via spotcrime.com) - Wed, 25 Aug 2010
Five men with arms entered a house, tied up three people in the house and robbed them. The suspects took Lorene Caldwell's bank cards and forced her at gunpoint

Theft on 13XX NORTHWEST 92STREET, Clive, IA (via spotcrime.com) - Tue, 24 Aug 2010
A man reported his vehicle was broken into and his wallet was stolen.

Vandalism on 107XX ELMCREST DRIVE, Clive, IA (via spotcrime.com) - Tue, 24 Aug 2010
A man reported his house and car were struck with eggs.

Theft on 86XX MEREDITH DRIVE, Urbandale, IA (via spotcrime.com) - Mon, 23 Aug 2010
A theft was reported from the JC Corner Store.