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Category: Public Safety

Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Police remind residents that fireworks are prohibited citywide

by EditorJune 25, 2026June 25, 2026

The Des Moines Police Department is reminding residents that fireworks are prohibited within city limits and that violations can result in a $513 civil infraction. Under Des Moines Municipal Code […]

Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Police invites neighborhoods to host National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 4

by EditorJune 24, 2026June 24, 2026
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Airport advisory leaders urge residents to speak out about Sea-Tac expansion

by EditorJune 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Man shot in neck during argument at Des Moines apartment complex Friday, police say

by EditorJune 20, 2026June 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Community group to host meeting on Sea-Tac Airport expansion plans at Glacier Middle School TONIGHT

by EditorJune 17, 2026June 17, 2026

Posted inDes Moines

Washington Commissioner of Public Lands

by EditorJune 12, 2026June 12, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council weighs airport expansion, rising domestic violence, downtown transformation & more

by Mellow DeTrayJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

Posted inDes Moines

Highline Amateur Radio Club to host ARRL Field Day at Marvista Park in Normandy Park on Saturday, June 27

by EditorJune 3, 2026June 2, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council reviews ferry pilot, hears about license plate cameras and case for expanding Link light rail access

by Mellow DeTrayMay 29, 2026May 29, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Demonstration planned in Des Moines Wednesday afternoon after reported ICE detention near Dick’s Drive-In

by EditorMay 27, 2026May 27, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

Public comment period begins for Port of Seattle’s Draft EIS for SAMP near-term projects

by EditorMay 26, 2026May 26, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

LETTER: Residents urged to weigh in on Sea-Tac Airport expansion proposal, which would increase flights by 30%

by EditorMay 24, 2026May 24, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Cities of Des Moines, Burien and SeaTac denied more time to review airport SAMP impacts

by EditorMay 21, 2026May 21, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Flock cameras, traffic enforcement dominate Des Moines City Council discussion

by Mellow DeTrayMay 15, 2026May 15, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Crash shuts down 3 lanes of northbound I-5 at SR 509 in Des Moines Friday morning

by EditorMay 15, 2026May 15, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

REPORT: Gun violence homicides drop to single digits for first time in 9 years

by EditorMay 14, 2026May 14, 2026
Posted inCommunity

Des Moines City Council focuses on transit, trees and city vision for future

by Mellow DeTrayMay 8, 2026May 8, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

City of Des Moines to host Open House on pedestrian safety near North Hill Elementary on Tuesday, May 12

by EditorMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026
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Vandals damage Marine View Park signs in Normandy Park

by EditorApril 30, 2026April 30, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

VIDEO: Joint chamber Legislative Wrap-up Luncheon focuses on budget challenges and business impacts

by EditorApril 27, 2026April 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council weighs safety, surveillance, shrinking revenues and more at April 23 meeting

by Mellow DeTrayApril 24, 2026April 24, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Des Moines Indivisible to lead protest against immigration detention this Saturday, April 25

by EditorApril 22, 2026April 22, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

King County Medical Examiner identifies 28-year-old victim in deadly April 17 Des Moines motorcycle crash

by EditorApril 20, 2026April 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Mayor Yoshiko Grace Matsui to hold ‘Chat with the Mayor’ this Saturday, April 25

by EditorApril 20, 2026April 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Juvenile suspect arrested after armed robbery on Pacific Highway South in Des Moines early Saturday

by EditorApril 20, 2026April 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Fatal motorcycle crash in Des Moines Friday night leaves one dead, DUI arrest made

by EditorApril 19, 2026April 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Local diver shares concerns over pollution in Woodmont Wetlands along McSorley Creek

by EditorApril 15, 2026April 15, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Stop the pearl clutching’ over public cameras, resident says

by EditorApril 14, 2026April 14, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Six-week road closure planned for part of 16th Ave South in Des Moines starting April 14

by EditorMarch 31, 2026March 31, 2026
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SCAM ALERT: Police warn of DMV text scam circulating in South King County

by EditorMarch 31, 2026March 31, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Free ‘Emery the Emergency Penguin’ birthday event set for Saturday, April 25 in Des Moines

by EditorMarch 30, 2026March 30, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Have you seen Jesse? Des Moines Police search for missing 24-year-old man with autism last seen Sunday morning, Mar. 29

by EditorMarch 29, 2026March 29, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

PHOTOS/VIDEO: Voices from ‘No Kings’ III rally held Saturday, Mar. 28 at Big Catch Plaza

by EditorMarch 28, 2026April 6, 2026
Posted inAnimals

City of Des Moines to restore expanded animal control services starting April 1

by EditorMarch 27, 2026March 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council eyes affordability edge as council shifts 4th of July plans & more

by Mellow DeTrayMarch 27, 2026March 27, 2026

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Walk at Saltwater State Park with the Waterland Walkers this Saturday, June 27

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026
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REMINDER: Neighborhood Vintage Sale will be June 26 & 27 in Normandy Park

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Des Moines Police remind residents that fireworks are prohibited citywide

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026

LIUNA Local 242 to host 4th annual Car Show benefiting Des Moines Food Bank on Saturday, Aug. 29

June 25, 2026June 24, 2026

Rotary Club of Des Moines and Normandy Park’s Drag Queen Bingo Brunch fundraiser will be Sunday, July 12 at Normandy Park Cove

June 24, 2026June 24, 2026
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Des Moines Veteran Pat Nardo to be honored with Quilt of Valor ceremony Saturday, June 27

Jun 27
11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Highline Amateur Radio Club to host ARRL Field Day at Marvista Park in Normandy Park on Saturday, June 27

Jul 4
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Des Moines to celebrate 4th of July with free Stars, Stripes & Sunshine event at Marina and Beach Park

Jul 12
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

‘Shark in the Park’ festival to celebrate Des Moines’ Sixgill Shark heritage on Sunday, July 12

Jul 16
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Kent Chamber Business Expo returning Thursday, July 16 to ShoWare Center

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