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Des Moines, the capital city of Iowa, is celebrated for its diverse neighborhoods offering something for everyone. From hipster havens to bustling college districts, the city exudes a unique charm. However, not all neighborhoods share the same level of safety. Today, we explore the darker side as we unveil the 10 most challenging neighborhoods in […]

Des Moines, Iowa, often lauded for its vibrant communities and quality of life, still faces challenges in certain neighborhoods. Saturday Night Science’s assessment for 2024 identifies the top 10 most challenged areas, shedding light on concerns that need attention and care within the city. A Tapestry of Diversity Des Moines boasts a diverse tapestry of […]

Voting is set for March 19 to fill the at-large Des Moines City Council seat vacated when Connie Boesen was sworn in as mayor. Who's filed to run?

The Violence Interruption Project run by Creative Visions in Des Moines is entering its third year. Its leaders, city manager see signs of progress.

"Shame," one resident told the City Council as it reversed a decision from the Plan and Zoning Commission. That and other action at Monday's meeting:

The Downtown DSM: Future Forward Vision Plan and Action Plan is a draft of a 10-year master plan set to be finalized this summer

The Des Moines City Council finalized a new map for the citys wards at its Monday, Dec. 20, 2021 meeting.

Head of U.S. Attorneys office in Des Moines resigns Philip Joens, Des Moines Register Marc Krickbaum resigned as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Iowa Thursday.  Born in Omaha, Krickbaum worked in the deputy attorney generals office in Washington D.C., worked as a federal prosecutor twice in Chicago and spent four years in Des Moines before being named to the job.  Krickbaum graduated with a bachelors degree from the University of Iowa in 2001 and from Harvard L...