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Des Moines and much of Iowa continue a hot, muggy spell through the weekend as a strong ridge keeps heat in place; highs near 95F with dewpoints making it feel hotter, and only spotty morning showers expected from a front near southern Minnesota—no widespread rain or severe storms anticipated, with a gradual cooldown into mid to late next week as the ridge weakens and highs dip to the mid-80s, though humidity remains high.
WHO meteorologist Jason Parkin disclosed a Parkinson's disease diagnosis, the same week as colleague Jeriann Ritter's ALS; he will emcee the APDA Iowa Optimism Walk on Sept. 19 and leads a fundraising team, 'The Cumulonimbros', aiming for $7,500 (63% raised as of Aug. 20). He stresses exercise and treatment options and says he wants to raise awareness and support for research.
A Des Moines area road-rage incident ended with 43-year-old Bradley Ratkovich surrendering to police after allegedly pointing a Glock 9 mm at an 18-year-old and a 16-year-old following a crash. He threatened to shoot, was charged with two counts of assault while displaying a dangerous weapon, two counts of first-degree harassment, and one count of being ineligible to carry a dangerous weapon, with bond set at $12,000. His attorney says it was self-defense after being rear-ended; investigators are reviewing traffic footage, and a court date is scheduled for later in the year.
Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway’s Canadian-born CEO, was naturalized as a U.S. citizen in Des Moines at Principal Park during a ceremony before an Iowa Cubs game, joining 29 new citizens in the event.
Former Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts was sentenced to two years in federal prison after pleading guilty to immigration and weapons charges, including lying about citizenship and possessing firearms without status; four guns were found in his car and home, with a loaded handgun in his district-issued car. He resigned in 2025 after an ICE arrest and, after serving his sentence, is set for expedited deportation to Guyana, with time already served credited. Prosecutors sought 37 months, while defense asked for probation.
Ian Roberts, the former Des Moines Public Schools superintendent who lived in the U.S. illegally, was sentenced to two years in federal prison for lying about his citizenship on an employment form and for possessing a gun while in the country illegally; his career unravelled after ICE attempted to detain him, a gun was found in his district vehicle, and he had years of working without proper authorization before he pleaded guilty in January, facing deportation.
Legendary rock band Journey will perform in Des Moines at the Iowa Events Center on April 8, 2026, as part of their farewell tour, 'The Final Frontier Tour,' with tickets available from November 14.
Former Des Moines school superintendent Ian Roberts has been federally charged with being an illegal alien in possession of firearms after his detention by ICE, with allegations including possession of multiple guns and a history of immigration violations; he resigned from his position amid these developments.
The detention of Des Moines superintendent Ian Roberts by ICE has sparked widespread protests and community support, highlighting tensions around immigration enforcement and local leadership in Iowa.
The Des Moines School Board accepted the resignation of Superintendent Ian Roberts following his arrest by ICE over immigration issues, amid community protests and questions about his immigration status and credentials.
The superintendent of Des Moines public schools, Ian Roberts, was arrested by ICE due to immigration issues and has had his education license revoked by Iowa officials. Roberts, a Guyana native, was detained for having a final removal order and no work authorization, and was found with a loaded handgun. The school district has placed him on administrative leave while they review the situation, amid questions about his citizenship and legal ability to serve as superintendent.
The superintendent of Des Moines schools, Ian Roberts, was placed on leave after being detained by ICE for allegedly being in the U.S. illegally, despite prior background checks indicating he was a U.S. citizen. The district is reviewing its hiring procedures amid the incident.
The superintendent of Iowa's largest school district, Ian Roberts, was placed on administrative leave after being arrested by ICE for being in the country illegally, with authorities stating he entered the U.S. on a student visa and had a final removal order. The district was unaware of his immigration status, and Roberts has retained legal counsel as investigations continue.
The superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, Ian Roberts, was detained by ICE for living and working illegally in the U.S., despite his prominent role and background as an Olympic athlete. His arrest has sparked community protests and raised questions about district vetting processes and immigration enforcement.
Ian Roberts, superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, was detained by ICE with no clear explanation, raising concerns about immigration enforcement's impact on local education leadership. Roberts, a Guyanese-born former Olympic athlete and the first person of color in his position in Iowa, is currently held at Pottawattamie County Jail, and the district is awaiting further information.