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Police identify 16-year-old killed in off-road motorcycle crash Saturday: The 16-year-old from Des Moines was riding in northeastern Polk County when his ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/2024/04/22/police-identify-16-year-old-killed-in-off-road-motorcycle-crash-zachary-brennecke/73416303007/
Our favorite photos from Des Moines East High's 2024 prom night: Check out photos as Des Moines East High students dance the night away at prom.
desmoinesregister.com/picture-gallery/news/local/2024/04/20/des-moines-east-high-prom-2024-photos/73387392007/
Iowa loses women's basketball championship in Caitlin Clark's final game: Caitlin Clark will end her career at Iowa without the elusive national championship.
axios.com/local/des-moines/2024/04/07/caitlin-clark-iowa-hawkeyes-lose-ncaa-basketball-championship-south-carolina
Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship
- South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.
- Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.
- It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.
- The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.
Gov. Kim Reynolds signs bill letting school staff obtain permit to carry guns at school
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/19/iowa-governor-kim-reynolds-signs-bill-letting-teachers-school-staff-permit-carry-guns-at-school/73375796007/
Kim Reynolds got her revenge on public education, at the expense of vital teacher training
desmoinesregister.com/story/opinion/columnists/iowa-view/2024/04/16/teacher-training-threatened-iowa-under-aea-law-kim-reynolds/73338245007/
US to close 'gun show loophole' and require more background checks: A rule requiring gun dealers to obtain federal licenses and conduct background checks ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-close-gun-show-loophole-require-more-background-checks-2024-04-11/
Quick Glance: Biden Administration Implements Stricter Background Checks for Gun Dealers
- A new rule by the Biden administration will require thousands of gun dealers to conduct background checks on buyers to close a legal loophole.
- President Biden emphasizes that the measure aims to keep guns away from domestic abusers and felons to save lives.
- The law mandates that sellers primarily engaged in selling firearms for profit must be federally licensed and perform checks.
- Despite praise from advocates, the regulation is likely to face legal challenges from gun rights activists, concerned about potential infringements.
Marijuana isn't legal in Iowa, but that isn't stopping these 4/20 Day celebrations
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/2024/04/16/how-to-legally-celebrate-420-in-des-moines-this-weekend-2024/73327812007/
Iowa Republican lawmakers reach deal to speed up flat tax, lower rate to 3.8%: "We are accelerating the promised tax cuts, taking it lower and returning an extra ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/18/iowa-gop-republican-lawmakers-reach-deal-to-speed-up-flat-tax-lower-rate/73354584007/
This Des Moines restaurant was the only Iowa spot to make 2024's Best of the Midwest list
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/04/17/des-moines-restaurants-oak-park-makes-best-of-the-midwest-list-midwest-living/73339760007/
Two LSU women's basketball players among invitees to USA Basketball 3x3 training camp
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/hailey-van-lith-milaylah-williams-invited-to-team-usa-camp/article_bedf9306-ed64-59ba-ba89-1242b5e780f7.html
The votes are in: Roosevelt High School teen named Des Moines area Student of the Week
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/education/2024/04/19/hannah-hayes-of-roosevelt-high-school-named-student-of-the-week/73370666007/
What a trans author found on a tour of red-state libraries: Diana Goetsch spent months visiting red-state libraries to do presentations on the freedom to read ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2024-04-17/scenes-from-a-red-state-tour
Are those seesaws in downtown Des Moines? Yes, and you can play on this new art project.
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/arts/2024/04/18/cowles-commons-hosts-impulse-15-interactive-seesaws-downtown-des-moines/73289948007/
Des Moines will be home to Iowa's first Mormon temple. Here's what to know:: While Iowa is home to many The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/2024/04/10/iowa-will-get-its-first-mormon-temple-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-des-moines/73249227007/
Woman killed in Friday morning stabbing, Des Moines police said: Des Moines police are investigating the death of a 49-year-old woman who was stabbed and died ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2024/04/19/woman-dies-des-moines-stabbing-unitypoint-methodist-14th-place/73381152007/
Tim McGraw sports another Caitlin Clark jersey. This time it's an Indiana Fever one.
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/04/19/tim-mcgraw-supports-caitlin-clark-after-the-wnba-draft-in-indianapolis-with-fever-jersey/73385118007/
Kane Brown plays Wells Fargo Arena with Tyler Hubbard and Parmalee: The country star returned to Des Moines to perform with special guests Tyler Hubbard and ...
desmoinesregister.com/picture-gallery/entertainment/music/2024/04/18/kane-brown-with-special-guests-tyler-hubbard-and-parmalee-play-des-moines/73329672007/
Iconic shop Bauder's Ice Cream could be remodeled into a credit union, new plans show
desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/development/2024/04/15/des-moines-credit-union-eyes-bauders-ice-cream-shop-building-ingersoll-avenue/73328747007/
RFK Jr. rules out Libertarian presidential run: "We're not gonna have any problems getting on the ballot ourselves." Kennedy said Saturday.
axios.com/2024/04/14/rfk-jr-libertarian-independent-2024-race-iowa
Powerball lottery drawing delayed: The Powerball lottery drawing has been delayed to complete procedures required before the numbers are announced.
detroitnews.com/story/news/lottery/2024/04/06/powerball-prize-billion-record/73228014007/
Quick Glance: Player Falls Short of $1.13 Billion Powerball Jackpot - Huge Wins in Washington
- A ticket in Washington secured $1 million, but narrowly missed the $1.13 billion jackpot, officials confirmed.
- Although the tickets matched five numbers, the Powerball eluded the player in the April 3 draw, shared by Washington’s Lottery.
- As per the national Powerball site, the grand prize, escalating to an estimated $1.23 billion, remained unclaimed for the upcoming draw on April 6.
- The winning combination comprised the numbers 11, 38, 41, 62, and 65, with the Powerball being 15. Washington also boasted over 49,000 other winning tickets ranging from $4 to $50,000.
Meet HoQtail, the new cocktail lounge in the East Village, where drinks come with a bite
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/04/16/hoqtail-cocktail-lounge-hoq-east-village-des-moines-bars-speakeasy-cocktails/73259359007/
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds Defies Feds to Scare Migrants and Endanger Kids: Making Iowa a place for immigrants to avoid amid an ongoing labor shortage and eased ...
thedailybeast.com/iowa-governor-kim-reynolds-defies-feds-to-scare-migrants-and-endanger-kids
See photos from Drake's 45th annual Beautiful Bulldog Contest: See photos of the dogs from the 45th annual Beautiful Bulldog Contest at Drake University on ...
desmoinesregister.com/picture-gallery/news/local/2024/04/21/photos-drake-holds-45th-annual-beautiful-bulldog-contest/73406403007/
New Fever star Caitlin Clark has excelled despite unprecedented pressure. Here comes more.
indystar.com/story/sports/columnists/gregg-doyel/2024/04/17/caitlin-clark-to-face-historic-pressure-iowa-to-indiana-fever-wnba-2024/73289315007/
Iowa bowler Tom Hess to be inducted into the Professional Bowlers Association Hall of Fame
desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/2024/04/12/iowa-bowler-tom-hess-to-be-inducted-into-pba-hall-of-fame/73305100007/
Don't hand over the authority of the Iowa Civil Rights Commission to Kim Reynolds
desmoinesregister.com/story/opinion/editorials/2024/04/16/keep-iowa-civil-rights-commission-intact-no-transfer-authority-kim-reynolds/73331853007/
A rare solar eclipse darkened skies and dazzled viewers across the U.S. : Crowds and clouds didn't stop people from gathering across the path of totality ...
npr.org/sections/solar-eclipse/2024/04/08/1243386496/solar-eclipse-2024
Des Moines police ask public to help find 13-year-old boy who went missing Sunday
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/des-moines/2024/04/15/des-moines-police-missing-child-tristan-manning-13/73325043007/
Iowa women’s basketball’s road to the Final Four: A look at the 2023-24 season so far
thegazette.com/iowa-basketball/iowa-womens-basketballs-road-to-the-final-four-a-look-at-the-2023-24-season-so-far/
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signs bill authorizing arrest and deportation of some migrants
axios.com/2024/04/11/iowa-governor-kim-reynolds-migrants-arrests-bill-signed
Des Moines Public Schools announces 2024-25 budget cuts: Des Moines Public Schools officials were tasked with cutting $14 million from the budget ahead of the ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/education/2024/04/03/des-moines-public-schools-budget-cuts-include-staffing-prescription-insurance-changes/73172658007/
Joni Ernst's Roast and Ride fundraiser to return June 1: The annual event has traditionally drawn Iowa politicians and future presidential contenders alike.
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/15/joni-ernsts-roast-and-ride-fundraiser-to-return-june-1/73323743007/
Reese Brownlee, Braedin Zondervan voted the Register's Iowa Ortho Athletes of the Week
desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/high-school/2024/04/19/reese-brownlee-braedin-zondervan-voted-athletes-of-the-week/73330211007/
This Des Moines restaurant is offering a trio of sliders for only $10 on Thursdays only
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/04/18/des-moines-restaurants-bubba-thursday-night-special-sliders-pulled-pork-bbq-drinks/73354486007/
Latest income tax cuts moving at Iowa Capitol, likely to become law: Proposal would reduce Iowans’ state income tax burden — and limit future state revenue ...
thegazette.com/state-government/latest-income-tax-cuts-moving-at-iowa-capitol-likely-to-become-law/
Iowa nursing homes’ staffing levels are among the nation’s worst, federal data show
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/health/2024/04/17/nursing-home-staffing-in-iowa-among-nations-worst-federal-data/73354201007/
What is Caitlin Clark's greatest legacy as a college athlete? Normalizing what wasn't before.
desmoinesregister.com/story/opinion/columnists/from-the-editor/2024/04/14/what-is-caitlin-clarks-greatest-legacy-as-a-superstar-college-athlete/73299067007/
Caitlin Clark is having her number retired by Iowa already: One week after her final game!
sbnation.com/womens-ncaa-basketball/2024/4/11/24127348/caitlin-clark-number-retired-iowa
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Honored for Historic Collegiate Career in Iowa
- The Iowa women's basketball program announced the official retirement of jersey No. 22 in recognition of Caitlin Clark, following the conclusion of her college career on Sunday with the Hawkeyes' loss to South Carolina in the NCAA tournament national championship game.
- Moving forward, no Iowa players will wear the iconic No. 22 jersey. Clark now joins Megan Gustafson (No. 10) as one of the three players from the Iowa women's basketball team to have her number retired.
- The decision was revealed by Iowa's Athletics Director, Beth Goetz, on Wednesday night at the Carver-Hawkeye Arena in the presence of Clark and the fans.
- Clark has officially entered the WNBA draft scheduled for Monday, April 15. She is anticipated to be the top pick, selected by the Indiana Fever.
Turkey's high election board reverses mayor decision in eastern Turkey -sources: Turkey's High Election Board decided that Abdullah Zeydan, DEM candidate in the ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/turkeys-high-election-board-reverses-mayor-decision-eastern-turkey-sources-2024-04-03/
Quick Glance: Turkish Electoral Board Controversy: Van Mayorship Shifted from DEM Party to AKP Candidate
- Despite the pro-Kurdish DEM Party's victory in the mayoral elections, the electoral board in Turkey's Van province on April 2 awarded the metropolitan mayorship to the ruling AKP candidate.
- The board decided to hand the "certificate of election" to AKP's Abdullahat Arvas, who received only 27.15% of the votes in the province.
- Zeydan's lawyer called this a "first" in the Republic's history and announced legal action against the electoral board's decision.
- The DEM Party secured victories in all 13 district municipalities and the metropolitan municipality in the Kurdish-majority eastern province, which was previously under government-appointed trustee administration.
See the 67 nominees for the Coolest Thing Made in Iowa contest: Iowans have nominated 67 products for the Coolest Thing Made in Iowa contest and will now vote to ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/2024/04/22/iowans-nominate-67-contenders-for-coolest-thing-made-in-iowa-contest/73387973007/
Capitol Notebook: Bill to prohibit firearms tracking headed to Iowa Gov. Reynolds’ desk
thegazette.com/state-government/capitol-notebook-bill-to-prohibit-firearms-tracking-headed-to-iowa-gov-reynolds-desk/
WATCH Iowa star Caitlin Clark delivers on Saturday Night Live during hilarious Weekend Update
247sports.com/college/iowa/article/watch-iowa-star-caitlin-clark-delivers-on-saturday-night-live-during-hilarious-weekend-update-230421855/
Blank Park Zoo to begin $18 million expansion. What will be the new features?: A revamp and expansion of the Blank Park Zoo is starting and will continue through ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/development/2024/04/08/blank-park-zoo-des-moines-18m-expansion-includes-update-to-sea-lion-exhibit/73243732007/
Des Moines police identify 18-year-old killed in city's first homicide of 2024: Des Moines police on Thursday identified the 18-year-old who died in the city's ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2024/04/04/des-moines-police-identify-18-year-old-jacob-matthew-brown-killed-in-2024-shooting/73204333007/
Police identify motorcyclist killed on Des Moines' east side Sunday: The 41-year-old Des Moines man crashed into a Jeep near University Avenue and East 16th ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2024/04/09/police-identify-motorcyclist-killed-on-des-moines-east-side-sunday/73261840007/
Iowa puts $1 million toward summer meal sites, still faces criticism for rejecting federal funds
pbs.org/newshour/nation/iowa-puts-1-million-toward-summer-meal-sites-still-faces-criticism-for-rejecting-federal-funds
Iowa Supreme Court weighs whether 6-week abortion ban can take effect: For now, abortion remains legal in Iowa up to 22 weeks of pregnancy. But the case before ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/04/11/iowa-abortion-ban-court/
Don't ask Iowa Student Loan borrowers, some of them desperate, to sign away their rights
desmoinesregister.com/story/opinion/editorials/2024/04/19/iowa-student-loan-borrowers-sign-away-rights-default-confession-judgment/73359713007/
Eastbound I-80 west of Des Moines to close Monday night into Tuesday morning April 29-30
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/2024/04/22/interstate-80-west-of-des-moines-to-close-one-night-next-week-jordan-creek-grand-prairie-parkway/73399138007/
At the Iowa Capitol, guns for teachers is a bigger priority than feeding children
desmoinesregister.com/story/opinion/editorials/2024/04/07/guns-for-teachers-more-important-than-feeding-kids-iowa-legislature/73197773007/
Environmental groups petition EPA to force Iowa to tackle livestock water pollution
desmoinesregister.com/story/money/agriculture/2024/04/17/groups-petition-epa-to-take-emergency-action-on-iowa-cafo-water-quality/73328893007/
A new Kwik Star convenience store is coming to Johnston. Find out when and where:
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/johnston/2024/04/14/kwik-star-gas-station-and-convenience-store-planned-in-johnston-merle-hay-road-pioneer-parkway/73260176007/
Lil Wayne praises Caitlin Clark and other memorable moments from Wells Fargo Arena concert
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/04/12/lil-wayne-wells-fargo-arena-des-moines-concert-top-moments-praise-caitlin-clark-young-la/73279417007/
Iowa had one of the biggest spikes in rent, but it's still among the most affordable states
desmoinesregister.com/story/money/2024/04/22/iowa-rent-prices-spike-but-remain-cheapest-in-us-midwest-housing/73382321007/
Iowa lawmakers advance ballot measure requiring two-thirds approval for income tax hikes
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/10/iowa-legislature-amendment-to-make-tax-hikes-more-difficult-advances/73268612007/
Bill to help struggling young readers and their teachers approved by Iowa lawmakers
thegazette.com/state-government/bill-to-help-struggling-young-readers-and-their-teachers-approved-by-iowa-lawmakers/
Historic Thomas I. Stoner home for sale, with a storied past and its own Wikipedia page
desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/real-estate/2024/04/22/the-thomas-i-stoner-house-is-on-the-market-for-925k-in-des-moines/73309574007/
Respiratory illnesses have Des Moines children's hospital at capacity. What you should know:
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/health/2024/04/22/blank-childrens-hospital-respiratory-illness-rise-rsv-influenza-bronchitis-family-health/73375649007/
Judge blocks demolition of Iowa outdoor art installation: Creator says Des Moines Art Center violating contract for the landscape art
thegazette.com/crime-courts/judge-blocks-demolition-of-iowa-outdoor-art-installation/
An Iowan's photograph will be on a new US postage stamp. Here's how to get yours:
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/2024/04/09/des-moines-iowa-phil-roeder-iowa-state-fair-photo-featured-on-a-new-stamp-usps-dmps/73096888007/
U.S. Supreme Court rejects DMPD appeal in photographer's lawsuit over 2020 protest arrest
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2024/04/16/des-moines-police-2020-protest-lawsuit-appeal-ted-nieters-rejected-us-supreme-court/73334014007/
'Hurts So Good': John Mellencamp performs his biggest hits in Des Moines: John Mellencamp played his heartland brand of songs on Friday night at the Des Moines ...
desmoinesregister.com/picture-gallery/entertainment/music/2024/04/06/john-mellencamp-concert-tour-photos-des-moines-civic-center/73215908007/
The votes are in: East High School's Abraham Eujenio named Student of the Week: An East High School sophomore is the Des Moines Register's new Students of the ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/education/2024/04/05/the-votes-are-in-east-high-schools-abraham-eujenio-named-student-of-the-week-dmps/73211778007/
When is Dollar Tree raising prices? Answers about the store's price increase: The days of dollar stores may soon be a thing of the past after the Dollar Tree ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/retail/2024/04/12/when-is-dollar-tree-raising-prices-what-to-know-about-the-price-increase/73299804007/
Iowa's sunny weekend breaks record high for April 14 in Des Moines at 88 degrees: Today's heat broke the record high in Des Moines for April 14 ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/weather/2024/04/14/national-weather-service-says-des-moines-record-high-for-april-14-broken/73320939007/
80/35 Music Festival bringing Killer Mike, OK Go to Des Moines this summer: Summer is almost here, and with it comes plenty of festivals. Here's what we know ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/04/12/8035-music-festival-2024-lineup-headliners-killer-mike-ok-go-tickets-water-works-park/73288018007/
What to know about the new Sleepy Hollow before year-round tubing opens Memorial Day weekend
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/2024/04/11/sleepy-hollow-des-moines-park-to-host-year-round-skiing-tubing-snowboarding/73222878007/
Des Moines city leaders sidestep Iowa law, hold secret meetings on development agreements
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/des-moines/2024/04/18/des-moines-city-counil-side-steps-iowa-law-to-hold-secret-meetings-on-developments/73249377007/
'Such a force for good': Mourners remember Des Moines advocate Teree Caldwell-Johnson
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/education/2024/04/17/des-moines-funeral-teree-caldwell-johnson-des-moines-public-schools-advocate-oakridge-neighborhood/73341925007/
Kim Reynolds signs law repealing gender balance requirement for Iowa boards and commissions
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/03/kim-reynolds-signs-law-repealing-gender-balance-rule-iowa-boards-commissions/73169839007/
Des Moines native Lolo Jones returning to run in the Drake Relays: It’s a big return home for Lolo Jones, who was a star runner at Des Moines’s Roosevelt High ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/olympics/2024/04/10/lolo-jones-drake-relays-olympic-games-des-moines/73280904007/
When is Eid al-Fitr 2024 and how can you celebrate in Iowa?: Ramadan is coming to an end, and Eid al-Fitr, one of two celebratory holidays in the Islamic faith ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/2024/04/03/when-is-eid-al-fitr-2024-and-where-can-i-celebrate-in-iowa-ramadan/73188781007/
See an interactive seesaw project from Des Moines Performing Arts until mid-May: You can see an interactive seesaw, jam with poets, hear about "The ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/arts/2024/04/11/arts-events-near-me-in-des-moines-iowa/73275860007/
Caitlin Clark once dreamed of going to UConn. Now, she'll face them in the Final Four
npr.org/2024/04/02/1242334968/caitlin-clark-iowa-uconn-final-four
‘An inspiration’: Des Moines entrepreneur named 2024 Women in Business Champion for Iowa
desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/2024/04/07/des-moines-erin-huiatt-named-2024-us-small-business-administration-women-in-business-champion/73217652007/
Monday will start sunny, but potentially severe weather is on the way: Enjoy the sunshine and warm weather on Monday. Storms arrive Monday evening and could turn ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/weather/2024/04/15/severe-weather-outlook-des-moines-storms-tornadoes-tuesday/73325549007/
Des Moines to pay $50,000 to settle another George Floyd protest arrest lawsuit: Approved this week, the settlement is in addition to $25,000 Jacob Sahr received ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2024/04/18/des-moines-george-floyd-protest-2020-lawsuit-settlement-50k-jacob-sahr-polk-county/73359317007/
In a rollercoaster weather week, Iowa now under freeze warning, frost advisory: Both the freeze warning and frost advisory are in effect for much of Iowa from 1 ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/2024/04/18/most-of-iowa-des-moines-ames-under-freeze-warning-frost-advisory-early-friday/73375805007/
‘I'm not alone’: Annual Iowa Safe Schools event creates safe space for young LGBTQ Iowans
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/2024/04/06/trans-lawmaker-zooey-zephyr-mercury-stardush-speaks-at-annual-iowa-lgbtq-youth-event/73123458007/
See renderings as Clear Lake breaks ground on larger visitor center for Surf Ballroom
desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/development/2024/04/19/work-to-begin-on-new-surf-ballroom-visitor-center-in-clear-lake/73372844007/
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