Good morning, Des Moines.

Family and friends of 36 year old Brandon Mitchell, who was shot by police on Jan 24 after officers mistook the sound of breaking glass for gunfire, marched from City Hall to the Police headquarters on Saturday to demand better training + changes in police practice.

The Des Moines Police Department is searching for 15-year-old Elijah — who left his Fairgrounds home after a family disagreement on March 5 and was last seen wearing a red hooded sweatshirt, blue sweatpants, and rainbow-colored crocs.

Two large wind turbines were brought down in a cornfield near Nevada at 4 p.m. Wednesday when crews kept bystanders at a safe distance—drone footage shows smoke as the towers fell—.

It is not clear why Goodwind Energy chose to demolish the turbines.

Des Moines Airport expects 50,000 passengers to travel between March 14th and March 23rd—a 13% increase over last year's spring break traffic.

Airport officials advise travelers to use the grey parking lot and to arrive at least 90 minutes early since the garage is full.

Iowa Athletic Director Beth Goetz fired Fran McCaffery Friday and is now looking to hire a new men’s basketball coach to lead the team into upcoming tournaments—candidates like Darian DeVries face transfer portal and NIL challenges as the process continues.

The search will focus on finding a coach who can immediately help stabilize the program.

New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!

Official Des Moines St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl 2025

The event offers a lively bar crawl experience for St. Patrick's Day, featuring exclusive drink specials and access to multiple venues in Des Moines.

Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Support Group

This free postpartum support group meets every Tuesday for new parents with babies up to one year old at the Downtown Des Moines Public Library, providing a community of support without the need for registration.

Duhawk Day Celebration 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

The Duhawk Day event at Singlespeed Brewing in Des Moines brings together Duhawks to celebrate community and support their alma mater.

Gravitate Coworking March Pretzel Day: St. Patrick's Trivia

This event features St. Patrick's Day trivia in a cozy atmosphere, complemented by pretzels for participants to enjoy.

Tyler Utter Trio Concert

7-9 p.m. | The Cave DSM | Entry info not specified | Enjoy an evening of local music with the Tyler Utter Trio in a cozy venue.

Great Train Show 2025

The Great Train Show features a wide array of trains, accessories, and activities for enthusiasts of all ages at the Iowa Events Center.

Great Train Show 2025

The Great Train Show features over 200 tables of trains for sale, large model train displays, and offers free workshops and demonstrations.

Texas Legends vs Iowa Wolves

6:30 PM | Iowa Events Center | Ticket prices vary | Witness the excitement of the NBA G League clash between Texas Legends and Iowa Wolves.

Bowl For Kids' Sake

Bowl for a Cause with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa! Bring your team together for a fun-filled event that supports life-changing mentoring programs while giving your company the spotlight it deserves!

Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End - A Biographical Play

A heartwarming and humorous play that celebrates the life of renowned humorist Erma Bombeck, highlighting her unique voice as a chronicler of everyday women's experiences.