Good morning, Des Moines.

A Des Moines man fled the scene after crashing his truck and trailer into a DMPD patrol car just after 10:30 p.m. on July 23 on Tiffin Avenue — police later arrested him on July 25 in the MLK Jr. Park Neighborhood, and he now faces felony charges for assaulting a police officer with a dangerous weapon, criminal mischief in the first degree, and an aggravated misdemeanor for driving while barred.

Des Moines police said 35-year-old Eliseo Pedroza crashed his truck and trailer into a patrol car on Wednesday just after 10:30 p.m. on Tiffin Avenue while an officer responded to a trespassing complaint—he fled the scene and was arrested Friday afternoon in the Martin Luther King Jr. Park neighborhood, facing felony charges including assault on a police officer with a dangerous weapon, criminal mischief and driving while barred.

A Des Moines man, Eliseo Pedroza, 35, crashed his truck and trailer into a police car at about 10:30 p.m. Wednesday on the 3000 block of Tiffin Avenue while officers investigated a trespassing complaint and fled the scene — he was later spotted in the MLK Jr. Park neighborhood and booked into the Polk County Jail on felony charges including assault on a police officer with a dangerous weapon and first-degree criminal mischief — with no officers injured.

New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

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

I Spy: Mario

12 AM — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Search for your favorite Mario characters and claim a prize upon completion.

Baby Rhyme Time

10:00 – 10:30 AM — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — A delightful gathering for infants and toddlers featuring engaging rhymes and songs.

The SpongeBob Musical

7:00-9:30 p.m. — Des Moines Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Dive into the vibrant underwater world where SpongeBob and friends unite to save Bikini Bottom from disaster.

Wiggles and Giggles Storytime

9:15-9:45 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Enjoy movement, music, and rhyming with fun watermelon games and crafts.

The Hors D’oeuvres Live at Annie’s Irish Pub

8-11 p.m. — Annie's Irish Pub — Cost TBD — Enjoy an evening filled with live music from The Hors D’oeuvres.

City Voices Summer Recital

1:30 – 3:00 PM — Noce — Free — Enjoy captivating performances from talented students in Contemporary, Musical Theatre, and Classical music styles.

Summer Music Series with Casey Peasley

5:00-7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints — Enjoy live music and patio vibes with cold beer in the heart of summer.

Galactic Empire Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Wooly's — $47 to $157 — Experience a unique concert by Galactic Empire that combines Star Wars themes with live music.

Drop-In Tech Help

2-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free — Get assistance with your electronic devices from knowledgeable library staff.

Iowa Cubs Summer Blood Drive

7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Principal Park — Free entry — Donate blood, save lives, and get a chance to win prizes with the Iowa Cubs.