Des Moines, WA news on Tuesday, October 20, 2026

In Des Moines, WA on Tuesday, October 20, 2026: Two charged in fatal Des Moines shooting. Also: Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington partners with OpenAI to advance AI literacy for staff, parents and youth; Ballet Des Moines presents October show including world premiere of Poe adaptation with dark poetry and ghosts. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with temperatures ranging from 47 to 61°F and light winds up to 10 mph.

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Headlines

Uncle and nephew charged in September 20 fatal shooting of Abraham Logan in Des Moines.B-Town Blog · Oct 19, 5:31 PM

News & local government

Washington Supreme Court races drawing significant attention and funding due to pending Millionaires Tax decision.KOMO · Oct 19, 5:03 PM

Events & going out

Ballet Des Moines presents October show including world premiere of Poe adaptation with dark poetry and ghosts.Little Village Magazine · Oct 19, 1:11 PM
2026 Tony Award winner performs with Des Moines Symphony in 'Get Up Stand Up' show.weareiowa.com · Oct 19, 10:01 AM

Community & volunteering

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington partners with OpenAI to advance AI literacy for staff, parents and youth.The Des Moines Register · Oct 19, 10:39 AM

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