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Friday, October 4th, 2024
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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Department of Transportation begins two-month repair work on the ramp from eastbound Interstate 80 to northbound Interstate 35, impacting traffic with evening and overnight construction, including partial and full ramp closures, with detours in place. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Debate ensues over the future of the former Spaghetti Works site in downtown Des Moines, with community members divided between wanting another bar or a community-focused business. KDSM 17
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A couple in Des Moines are facing charges for allegedly starving and imposing strict isolation on two children in their care. KCCI
- ➤ In Des Moines, a woman was charged with second-degree murder and animal neglect following the death of her 70-year-old mother, who was found emaciated in a home lacking basic utilities. The Des Moines Register
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Des Moines ice cream shop releases ice cream flavors inspired by pop star Chappell Roan ahead of her sold-out concert. KCCI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ September was the seventh warmest on record for Des Moines, Iowa, with October forecasted to continue the trend of higher-than-average temperatures and drought conditions. The Des Moines Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rob Johnson and Danielle Duggan are competing for an open Iowa House seat in District 34, offering distinct visions on education, taxation, and reproductive rights ahead of the Nov. 5 election. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Democratic Rep. Megan L. Srinivas and Republican Jerry Cheevers compete for Des Moines' south side representation, highlighting Srinivas's healthcare, education, and safety priorities. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Democratic Rep. Sean Bagniewski, Republican Angela Schreader, and Libertarian David Green compete for Iowa House District 35 seat, highlighting their views on growth, mental health, and school safety. The Des Moines Register
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A company launches a bold ad campaign in Iowa and other states to advocate for the legalization of fentanyl test strips by using attention-grabbing billboards. The Des Moines Register
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