The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

State: Wagner lacks evidence to overturn bias ruling

DI STAFF December 5, 2012

The former dean of the University of Iowa College of Law responded to claims made by a former teaching candidate, according to online federal court documents. Teresa Wagner, a part-time employee at the...

Iowa City taxi ordinance passes second consideration

DI STAFF December 5, 2012

The Iowa City City Council voted 6-1 in favor of a change to taxicab regulations in its second consideration, though some community members wished the ordinance had a different focus. Councilor Jim Throgmorton...

Public weighs in on College-Gilbert development proposals

DI STAFF December 5, 2012

Iowa City citizens had a chance to make their voices heard on the Gilbert and College Street development proposals at an Iowa City City Council meeting Tuesday night, and dozens took advantage of the opportunity. The...

Iowa City city councilors discusses Idyllwild possibilities

DI STAFF December 5, 2012

The Iowa City City Council discussed Councilor Jim Throgmorton’s suggestions for the Idyllwild community after rejecting the levee proposal last week and ultimately decided not to support the suggested...

New rules for Ped Mall vendors

DI STAFF December 5, 2012

The Iowa City City Council passed a resolution to change regulations regarding mobile vendors, such as those on the Pedestrian Mall, on Tuesday evening. The council voted 7-0 for the ordinance, the same...

Iowa City City Council approves dogs in Ped Mall

DI STAFF December 5, 2012

Iowa City dog owners have cause for joy: the Pedestrian Mall is now open for their four-legged friends. The Iowa City City Council voted 6-1 for the ordinance, with Councilor Jim Throgmorton being the...

Faculty Senate approves revisions to dispute procedure policy

RISHABH R. JAIN December 5, 2012

After more than 15 years, the University of Iowa Faculty Dispute Procedure Policy is being revised. Changes that had already been approved by the Faculty Senate via email were formally voted on during...

Children at the UIHC celebrate the holidays

BRIANNA JETT December 5, 2012

For one evening, the gymnasium echoed with the laughter of children. For one night, the children were able to escape from their hospital rooms above. On Tuesday, Santa Claus’ arrival brought squeals,...

Iowa City school board approves Murley contract

LAUREN COFFEY December 5, 2012

The Iowa City School Board members voted to approve Superintendent Steve Murley’s contract, despite protest from some members of the community. The board voted 5-1 in favor of the contract, which is...

UI officials hoping to expand student-housing options

LAUREN COFFEY December 5, 2012

Following the success of using Centerstone and Hawks Ridge apartments for extra student housing, University of Iowa officials are now asking the state Board of Regents to approve leases for two more apartment...

Get ready for chickens, Iowa City; council passes final vote

NICK HASSETT December 5, 2012

Chickens can legally reside in Iowa City — almost. The Iowa City City Council voted 5-2 in favor of an ordinance allowing urban chickens, with Councilors Michelle Payne and Terry Dickens voting against...

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