A consultant argues these homes, most of which have one bathroom, are in a "motivational dead zone," and aren't going to get better on their own.

Des Moines has released its proposed budget for the next fiscal year, outlining what cuts are being made to address a deficit. Earlier this year, the city projected the deficit after a state ...

The City of Des Moines announced earlier this month that it is creating its first-ever Citywide Housing Strategy, and is asking for residents' input through a survey. The survey is available here.

The city of Des Moines is giving residents a chance to see firsthand how city government works. It's part of the first-ever Engage DSM Resident Academy. People will be able to get an inside look at ...

Some business people in downtown Des Moines said restrictions on people camping and sleeping in public areas were necessary for their workers to feel safe. Opponents have called the city's ...

Des Moines Public Schools officials have announced a two-hour delay on Wednesday due to the extreme cold. Wednesday morning ...

and that’s exactly what Des Moines Lincoln and Des Moines North gave to fans on Tuesday. After exchanging leads in the first half and keeping it close in the second, the Polar Bears pulled out a ...

In Des Moines and other offices across the country ... fewer than 1 percent are considered for resettlement worldwide. Refugees may be placed in a city where they have relatives or friends, or where ...

The Iowa City area had some of the highest snowfall totals across the state after Wednesday's storm. See the totals from ...