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Iowa weather: Pleasant Saturday before rainy stretch begins
15+ hour, 30+ min ago (484+ words) It'll be a good day for outdoor plans but a more active weather pattern begins tomorrow with increased shower and storm chances. A front is making its way across the state this morning and some showers will continue to pop…...
Iowa State Patrol trooper injured in shooting released from hospital
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (269+ words) An Iowa State Patrol trooper who was injured while responding to a deadly shooting has been released from the hospital. The Iowa State Patrol announced Trooper Chase Carruthers was released Friday to continue recovering at home. "The Iowa State Patrol…...
Driver injured after SUV hits Des Moines apartment
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (142+ words) A driver and a dog were injured after an SUV crashed into an apartment in Des Moines Thursday evening. The crash happened just before 6:30 p.m. at the Valley View Village apartments at 2571 Guthrie Avenue. Police said the small SUV ended up…...
BBB warns storm victims not to rush hiring cleanup help
2+ day, 50+ min ago (229+ words) Severe weather has generated a surge in calls for Ken’s Tree Service and Tree Care, which has operated in the Des Moines area for more than two decades. Crews were working in Clive to remove storm debris, including a large…...
Madison County authorities investigate vandalism at Talk Shop Lounge in St. Charles
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (65+ words) KCCI The Madison County Sheriff's Office is investigating vandalism at the Talk Shop Lounge in St. Charles, where buildings and heavy equipment were damaged. Deputies said buildings and multiple pieces of heavy equipment were severely damaged. Anyone with information is…...
Kristin Ramsey trial: Judge denies most of defense's motion to produce additional evidence
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (191+ words) A judge has denied several requests from the defense in the Kristin Ramsey murder case. Ramsey is charged in the 2011 killing of West Des Moines Realtor Ashley Okland. The judge has rejected requests for additional records from the state's new…...
Des Moines police ask for public's help identifying man present during downtown altercation
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (167+ words) Des Moines police are asking for the public's help identifying a person who was present when a Minneapolis man was injured before he died. Related video above: ‘He should be alive’: Family seeks answers after fatal Court Avenue assault Dimitri…...
Iowa weather: Beautiful day before rain chances this weekend
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (367+ words) Thursday will be a great day for outdoor plans, with highs nearing 80 degrees and plenty of sunshine. Interactive Radar | Weather Alerts | Skycams We'll stay rain-free today and the majority of tomorrow thanks to area of high pressure in our area....
KCCI Investigates: $1.2 billion in Central Iowa Water Works projects coming
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (226+ words) Expected population growth means the regional water authority must invest in a new plant and expand others, says its executive director. There are big plans ahead for Central Iowa's drinking water system: $1.2 billion worth. "It's no secret Des Moines is…...
Iowa county enacts moratorium on new data center projects
3+ day, 2+ min ago (128+ words) Another Iowa county is hitting the brakes on future data center plans. Wednesday morning, the Boone County Board of Supervisors adopted a moratorium on new projects for up to one year. This gives the board time to study, create, and…...