Des Moines City Council members approved the last of three readings on the ordinance change in a 5-2 vote at a regular ...

The change strikes the "affirmative defense" component of the ordinance, which prohibited violators from fines if shelters ...

Des Moines city leaders have finalized changes to the public camping ordinance, aiming to clarify enforcement and service provision for vulnerable residents.

The City Council is expected to approve a proposal Monday that would eliminate "lack of shelter space" as a defense for people violating Des Moines' public camping ban. Why it matters: Supporters say ...

Also in this week's Government Notes roundup, the League of Women Voters of Linn County will host a Cedar Rapids school board ...

We’re entering the time for peak fall colors, and they only last for a limited amount of time. If you’re searching for a ...

LINN COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - Linn County Conservation has set its date to close campgrounds for the season. Buffalo Creek Park, ...

Campgrounds in Linn County are preparing to close for the winter season. Modern campgrounds and dump stations will shut down ...

Linn County Conservation says the 2025 camping season is wrapping up for its modern campgrounds later this month.The Buffalo ...