Virginia Barreda is a City Government Reporter at the Des Moines Register. She covers city and county government issues, with a focus on social issues, crime, and regional interests in Iowa, particularly in Des Moines. Virginia's work has been featured in prominent outlets including Statesman Journal, Gannett, Yahoo News, and USA TODAY.
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Virginia Barreda's reporting is heavily focused on local government and politics in Des Moines, Iowa. She covers a wide range of topics including city government, local politics, public transportation, COVID-19 impact at the local level, and mayoral elections.
Given her focus on government announcements and the local community, she would likely welcome pitches that provide insights into key issues impacting Des Moines residents or expert commentary from individuals deeply involved in the political landscape of Des Moines. This could include interviews with city officials, candidates running for office in Des Moines or experts with specific knowledge related to public policy at the local level.
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By: Virginia Barreda
Based on a new Iowa law, Des Moines must charge drivers caught on speed cameras a minimum of $75.
By: Virginia Barreda
The lower speed comes on the heels of two car crashes into the historic building that houses Northern Vessel coffee shop.
By: Virginia Barreda
Nonprofit Safe Bars trains employees in the hospitality industry to help curb sexual aggression and other forms of violence at bars and restaurants.
By: Virginia Barreda
Democrat Kim Hagemann will face Republican Mark Holm for Polk County supervisor in District 3 in the November general election.
By: Virginia Barreda
Jamie Fitzgerald, who has served in the position since 2007, oversees five county departments including the election office.
By: Virginia Barreda
Democratic Rep. Austin Baeth is the only candidate on the ballot for the district, which includes the Sherman Hill neighborhood and Gray's Lake.
By: Virginia Barreda
Des Moines City Council approved code changes making the city friendlier toward those who want to transform land into community gardens and farms.
By: Virginia Barreda
Polk County now will contribute $17 million to a planned downtown Des Moines soccer stadium and special events plaza.
Des Moines Register The Des Moines Police Department saw a 10% spike in the number of 911 calls in 2023, according to the department's annual report released Monday.
Des Moines Register Rooster owners in Des Moines will have to get consent from their next-door neighbors to keep their birds under ordinance changes approved by the Des Moines City Council on Monday.
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