Hello, everyone, and welcome to the Daily Umbrella podcast for Wednesday, July 29. We bring you a quick roundup of today's top headlines, weather, and a few lighter moments to help get your day started. Let's dive in. …

Our top story today comes from central Iowa, where the U.S. Marshals Service wrapped up a major four-day operation called Operation Heatwave. Working alongside state, local and federal law enforcement agencies, officers arrested 61 wanted fugitives and cleared 97 felony arrest warrants. Officials say the effort targeted dangerous offenders throughout the region and highlights the ongoing cooperation between agencies to improve public safety. …

In Des Moines, city leaders continue wrestling with budget challenges. Proposed cuts to the Des Moines Fire Department could re ...