Stepmom Jailed After Allegedly Leaving Kids Barefoot, Coat-Less Outside in Cold and Snow

The West Des Moines woman faces two charges of child endangerment for reportedly leaving her two stepchildren outside without shoes or coats when the temperature was in the 20s.

Citizens Fire Academy a Chance to 'Walk in the Boots' of West Des Moines Firefighters

Participants will be exposed to a gamut of fire safety and prevention tactics, as well as firefighting skills.

West Des Moines Muffin Shop Was Rocking, Alleged Burglars Didn’t Bother Knocking

Surveillance video shows what happened in midnight burglary.

West Des Moines Womens’ Spat Over Christmas Display Escalates

One of the women in nearly two-year dispute now claims to be worried about her welfare.

West Des Moines Woman Says Naked Pictures Resurfaced Now That She’s Moved On

Former boyfriend allegedly wants to “enhance their ‘friendly’ relationship.”

15 MINUTES: New West Des Moines Police Chief Says ‘We Can’t Arrest Our Way Out of Crime’

What surprised Chief Shaun LaDue the most when he took the job in West Des Moines? The fabled 6 degrees of separation are more like 1 in West Des Moines.

Badge No. 86 Back on His Chest, Scott Davis is Back on the West Des Moines Beat: 2012 in Review

The West Des Moines police officer defied the odds when a stroke tumbled him three years ago.

West Des Moines Doctor's Office Employees Reportedly Harassed by Man Who Failed Drug Test

Calls became so frequent that doctor's office workers let phones go unanswered.

Man Who Allegedly Brandished Gun in West Des Moines Reportedly Has Long Criminal Record

The suspect reportedly made racial slurs to an Urbandale man and his girlfriend.

Target of Gunshot West Des Moines Police Heard May Surprise You

The target was riddled with bullet holes, but none of the three people in an apartment claimed responsibility for the alleged shooting – or for the other items police found.

West Des Moines Native Killed in Denver Was Valley, Iowa State Graduate

Emily Weikert was shot in a parking garage, authorities say, reportedly by a former co-worker. Weikert graduated from Valley High School in 2005.

Thieves Scoop Up Hundreds of Dollars Worth of Loose Change: West Des Moines Police Blotter

Authorities notice a pattern in burglaries around town.

What Alleged Shoplifter Left in West Des Moines Store Got Her in More Trouble

It’s been a bad week for some folks in West Des Moines.

West Des Moines Police Catch Six Businesses in Alcohol Compliance Sting

Checks are conducted quarterly with the goal of visiting the roughly 160 liquor license holders at least once each year.

You Won’t Believe What Man Left Behind in West Des Moines Convenience Store

Police got an unusual call about abandoned property.

Bridezilla Could Learn a Thing or Two from Unruly West Des Moines Wedding Guest

Waukee man fought the law and the law won – big time.

West Des Moines Firefighters Implore: No More Red Bulbs in Station No. 21 Star

The city has fallen short of its “Keep the Star White” campaign this year, but fire officials are hoping there are no other fires that could have been prevented.

Man Facing Charges for Alleged Crime ‘Spray’ and Other Face-Palm Moments: 2012 in Review

Man fired after "going on" pretty coworkers’ chairs – repeatedly – faces second-degree criminal mischief charges.

Why Did West Des Moines Man Allgedly Pull Gun on His Neighbor?

Was it the secondhand smoke?

UPDATE: Ashworth Road Reopens in West Des Moines; MidAmerican Crews Repair Downed Power Line

Quick action by employees at a nearby business "saved a life today."

Nuts and Bolts in Parking Lot Leads to Startling Discovery: West Des Moines Police Blotter

And, dude, who drove her car?

West Des Moines Police: Alleged ‘Bad Santa’ Attitude Wasn’t What Irked Marine

In two separate early morning incidents, West Des Moines Police hear claims of unfair fighting.

Toddler Left Alone On West Des Moines Balcony, Police Say

Police advise couple to clean up rotting food and debris from apartment.

Cab Driver Avoids Assault Charges in West Des Moines Incident

Driver tells police passenger stiffed him.

Norwalk Transitions to Westcom Dispatch Without Service Interruption

The dispatching system serves West Des Moines, Urbandale, Clive and now Norwalk.

West Des Moines Police Arrest Couple After She’s Allegedly Found Laying on Freeway

The husband said taking the cab was “the right thing,” but the cab driver had issues with their reported behavior.

What Normally Private Act Caused West Des Moines Police to Make Thanksgiving Morning Arrest?

A designated driver was sober, but that wasn't enough to keep his friends out of trouble.

West Des Moines Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase Reaching 105 MPH

Michael Rodemeyer was found hiding in a grain bin.

Chiropractor Accused of Inappropriate Relationship with Patient Finds His Door Lock Glued Shut

The doctor said the anonymous allegations aren’t true, but harassment is escalating.

West Des Moines Police Investigate Theft of $53,000 in Heavy Equipment from Job Site

When workers reported to work after Thanksgiving, their equipment was gone.

Mom Said She Had to Leave Kids Alone in Car When Boss Called Her to Work Late Thanksgiving Night

The mother of two said there was no one else to watch her children when her boss told her to report to work late Thanksgiving night.

Cause of Blaze at West Des Moines Apartment Complex Still Undetermined

Three garages destroyed at Washington Heights Apartment Complex.

West Des Moines Retail Worker Says He's Being Harassed for Calling Out Coworker's Obscene Gesture

The suspect reportedly told his coworker he "would find him outside of work."

West Des Moines Police Investigating Black Friday Stabbing at Mall

Authorities at an area hospital notified police a 17-year-old who sought treatment said he had been stabbed at the mall.

Salvation Army Red Kettle Stolen at West Des Moines Walmart

The theft from the Jordan Creek Walmart was the second red kettle stolen this season in the Des Moines area.

After Fire Damages West Des Moines Man’s Home, Thieves Allegedly Steal Rare Coins

Property was vacant while it was being cleaned up after fire.

West Des Moines Man Alleges Craigslist Buyer Blowing More Smoke Than Snow

Local man still has his snowblower, but he's out hundreds of dollars in alleged scam.

‘Country Guy’ With Knife Allegedly Causes Strife in West Des Moines

The suspect’s description matched in two weekend incidents in entertainment district.

How Did West Des Moines Newspaper Carrier Lose ‘A Lot’ of Sunday Newspapers?

If you were missing your Sunday paper, perhaps it’s some comfort to know the carrier lost a lot more.

Statewide Enforcement Effort Targets Seat Belt Violators during Thanksgiving Week 2012

More than a third of people killed in traffic crashes this year weren't wearing seat belts.