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Bank of America to offer $17,500 in down payment and closing cost grants for homebuyers in Des Moines and West Des Moines

Learn how to apply for a new down payment grant assistance program to make buying a home in Des Moines and West Des Moines more affordable.

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The Black Iowa Newspaper to debut in June

The Black Iowa Newspaper, produced by Black Iowa News, will be delivered around the state during the week of June 12. Pick up a free copy.

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Be safe when flooding occurs

Flooding is affecting areas along the Mississippi River in parts of Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Heed these health tips to stay safe.

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Iowa Juneteenth theme ‘Free to be,’ celebration set for June 9-23 in Des Moines

Organizers are busy planning the Iowa Juneteenth Observance 2023 in Des Moines. There's still time to become a sponsor or vendor.

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Bank of Jabez: Iowa’s Black bank eyes Black investors

Have you heard about the Bank of Jabez? Here's what you need to know about Iowa's newest Black bank based in Waterloo, Iowa.

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‘A Black law and a white law:’ Black Fort Dodge residents fight longstanding ‘police harassment’

Black Fort Dodge residents say police racially profile and target them. They want the abuse to end. Now, they're organizing to fight back.

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Arrest in death of Black Iowa woman called racial slur before being fatally stabbed in dispute with white man

Law enforcement officials in Cedar Rapids announce arrest in the fatal stabbing of Devonna Walker.

‘Black stories matter, Black history matters’ say lawmakers during Black History Month celebration at Iowa Capitol

Black Iowa Lawmakers celebrated Black History Month this week at the Iowa Capitol.

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Update: Black Iowa News reader survey closes

Black Iowa News developed a reader survey to improve the publication and better serve the community. Please take our 5-minute survey.

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‘We are Devonna Walker’ protest held for Black Iowa woman called racial slur before being fatally stabbed in dispute with white neighbors

Protest held by activists in Cedar Rapids on Feb. 4 will begin with a march and push for charges in the fatal stabbing of Devonna Walker.