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Des Moines Register Results from the latest summer point-in-time count show 729 people were experiencing homelessness in Polk County on a single night in July.

Des Moines Register A Des Moines nonprofit wants to help Black homebuyers ― who are far less likely to own a home than white residents ― be more prepared before they make the big purchase.

September is Hunger Action Month. Like the name suggests, the month is about drawing attention to hunger issues impacting communities nationwide and seeking solutions and inspiration to spur change, according to Feeding America

Two candidates are vying for Iowa House District 28, which represents areas of Dallas County including part of West Des Moines, Adel and Van Meter.

Dozens of residents and leaders gathered late Wednesday afternoon at Creative Visions for an event focused on healing, togetherness and community.

In Des Moines, Ta-Nehisi Coates shared his views on the coming election while recounting his trip to the West Bank folded in his book "The Message."

Rep. Mary Madison is running as an incumbent for another term to represent Iowa House District 31 in West Des Moines.

Twenty Midwest hip-hop artists will gather Saturday at a festival that also aims to raise mental health awareness.

Deandre Dreamer, organizer and founder of Biggz Big World, said he is wrestling with the violence that took place at an event focused on positivity.

A newcomer will be elected to the Urbandale-based seat as longtime incumbent Rep. John Forbes runs for Polk County supervisor.