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Des Moines News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Des Moines News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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  • Des Moines: Grimes father faces murder charges in baby's death | June 16

    Des Moines: Grimes father faces murder charges in baby's death | June 16
    Jun 16 2026
    Des Moines: A Grimes father faces murder charges after his 2-month-old died in 2025, and Gifty Gilman is charged with child endangerment after her 2-year-old was found in a pond near Stuart. The city also warns about credit card skimmers in gas pumps and announces a shift in Ames' waste management strategy.
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    2 mins
  • Des Moines: Zach Johnson wins home state golf tournament in Des Moines | June 15

    Des Moines: Zach Johnson wins home state golf tournament in Des Moines | June 15
    Jun 15 2026
    Des Moines — Zach Johnson won his first major title at the Principal Charity Classic in Wakonda, while fire crews battled a severe silo fire in Aurelia. A high-speed chase in Guthrie County led to an arrest, and a quirky April Fool’s ham ball contest in Indianola raised funds for mental health.
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    2 mins
  • Des Moines: Train derailment cleanup continues in northern Iowa | June 14

    Des Moines: Train derailment cleanup continues in northern Iowa | June 14
    Jun 14 2026
    Des Moines — A train derailment near Galbraith in northern Iowa continues to be cleaned up with no injuries reported, while thousands attended the 47th Capital City PrideFest in the East Village. The Matchstick Marvels Museum in Gladbrook showcases artist Patrick Acton's intricate matchstick art, drawing visitors and art lovers.
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    1 min
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