What does Des Moines Register do?

The Des Moines Register is a daily morning newspaper based in Des Moines, Iowa. Founded in 1860, it has become one of the most influential regional newspapers in the United States, known for its comprehensive news coverage, editorials, and editorial cartoons. The newspaper has won 16 Pulitzer Prizes, highlighting its commitment to quality journalism. Historically, the paper has evolved through various mergers and acquisitions, including its formation from the merger of *The Iowa State Register* and the *Des Moines Leader* in 1902. It has a rich history of engaging readers with serialized literature and illustrations. The Des Moines Register also offers a Sunday magazine section and distributes content through the Register and Tribune Syndicate.