WHO-TV (Des Moines, IA)

WHO-DT, also referred to as WHO-HD, is a TV station that operates on Channel 13 in Des Moines, Iowa. It is connected with the NBC network and provides coverage to a large part of central Iowa.

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English

Television

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Global

#63051

United States

#12067

Home and Garden/Home and Garden

#127

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Exciting discovery brings historic Iowa "birthing hospital" back to life, learn more during upcoming event

1 day ago | who13.com | Katie Widner

MARSHALL COUNTY, Iowa – Marshall County’s “Wohlert House,” which was once staffed by midwives, will be the focus of an upcoming event hosted by the Historical Society of Marshall County (HSMC). The residential property in State Center was built in 1909 and was once a “birthing hospital” before automobiles and highway travel became dependable. “It was home to an early women’s business,” said Catherine Noble in a news release.
Iowa's Jewish community on high alert after recent hate crimes across the country

2 days ago | who13.com | Adriana Torres

WAUKEE, Iowa — It’s been more than a year and a half since the Oct. 7th Hamas attack on Israel, and even though it’s on the other side of the world, it has been widely discussed and felt here in the U.S., including right here in Iowa. The Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines has watched everything happen over the last few years, taking extra precautions to stay safe in a time where there is a lot of hostility.
Des Moines police release name of motorcyclist killed in crash

2 days ago | who13.com | Natasha Keicher

by: Natasha Keicher Posted: Jun 5, 2025 / 03:34 PM CDT Updated: Jun 5, 2025 / 03:34 PM CDT DES MOINES, Iowa — On Thursday, the Des Moines Police Department released the name of the motorcyclist who was killed in a crash on Wednesday. Just after 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday emergency crews responded to a report of a car vs.
Measles in Iowa: What parents, and the public, should know about the first case in nearly six years

2 days ago | who13.com | Katie Widner

DES MOINES, Iowa — The first confirmed case of measles in Iowa since 2019 was announced by the state’s Department of Health and Human Services on May 23, 2025. However, specific details on the patient and potential exposure of additional residents have been limited. “Through our thorough investigation, it was learned this individual had traveled outside of the state of Iowa,” said HHS’s Director of Communications Alex Murphy via email to WHO 13’s Katie Kaplan.
Investigation underway after bomb threat targets Clive MercyOne facility

2 days ago | who13.com | Natasha Keicher

Police tape surrounds a crime scene. (Getty Images) by: Natasha Keicher Posted: Jun 5, 2025 / 02:26 PM CDT Updated: Jun 5, 2025 / 02:26 PM CDT CLIVE, Iowa — A bomb threat targeting a MercyOne facility in Clive on Thursday was deemed not credible by police.
WHO 13 Farm Report: Thursday, June 5

2 days ago | who13.com | Natasha Keicher

who13.com Video DART plans 10% cut to service amid budget constraints, … Investigation continues into fatal Des Moines motorcycle … Gabe’s Thursday Morning Forecast June 5, 2025 State Representative Eddie Andrews announces campaign … Local volunteers needed for big national event DMPS selling student-run radio station KDPS 88.1 … Iowa DNR, Blank Park Zoo release Blanding’s Turtle … DMPD ends 30×30 initiative to comply with state law … ‘Suspicious package’ found near Federal Building …...
DART plans 10% cut to service amid budget constraints, loss in member cities

2 days ago | who13.com | Natasha Keicher

DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) announced it’s planning a 10% cut to services. On Tuesday evening, the DART commission approved the service cuts. The decision comes as DART continues to work to close its budget shortfall and cities like Pleasant Hill and Grimes have decided to cancel service.
Motorcyclist killed after being hit by semi in Floyd County identified

3 days ago | who13.com | Natasha Keicher

Investigation continues into fatal Des Moines motorcycle … Gabe’s Thursday Morning Forecast June 5, 2025 State Representative Eddie Andrews announces campaign … Local volunteers needed for big national event DMPS selling student-run radio station KDPS 88.1 … Iowa DNR, Blank Park Zoo release Blanding’s Turtle … DMPD ends 30×30 initiative to comply with state law … ‘Suspicious package’ found near Federal Building … State Rep. Eddie Andrews announces run for Iowa Governor...
Investigation continues into fatal Des Moines motorcycle crash

3 days ago | who13.com | Natasha Keicher

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DMPS selling student-run radio station KDPS 88.1 FM

3 days ago | who13.com | Adriana Torres

DES MOINES, Iowa — KDPS 88.1 FM radio has been on the air for more than 60 years with Des Moines Public Schools, but this week, it comes to an end as we currently know it. DMPS has begun the sale process for the student-run radio station at the Central Campus. Thursday is the last day for DMPS, which also means 88.1 FM will go dark at 3 p.m. on June 5. The decision to sell the station is a mix of shifting curriculum focus to more new media, like podcasting and streaming, plus the cost and upkeep.