Des Moines, WA news on Tuesday, October 27, 2026

In Des Moines, WA on Tuesday, October 27, 2026: True crime panel tonight at Des Moines Theater. Also: Market District development near East Village remains vacant despite surrounding area completion and readiness; Ballot drop boxes are now open across Washington state for election voting. Weather: Expect rain and clouds today with temperatures between 45–53°F and winds up to 14 mph.

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Headlines

Highline College Foundation hosts true crime panel and podcast discussion at Des Moines Theater tonight, Oct. 27.The Waterland Blog · Oct 26, 4:40 PM

News & local government

Ballot drop boxes are now open across Washington state for election voting.FOX 13 Seattle · Oct 26, 3:21 PM

Safety & emergencies

King County Medical Examiner's Office identified a 26-year-old man killed in a Sunday Burien shooting.B-Town Blog · Oct 26, 3:53 PM

Business & new openings

Market District development near East Village remains vacant despite surrounding area completion and readiness.The Des Moines Register · Oct 27, 5:01 AM
Commercial Bakeries acquires Partners, a Tasteful Choice Company business.Perishable News · Oct 27, 2:03 AM

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