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

UI avoids controversy with Confucius Institute contract

CASSIDY RILEY February 28, 2013

Despite controversy at a Canadian university that led to the closing of its Confucius Institute, officials at the University of Iowa say they have taken measures to prevent the same occurrence. Confucius...

Iowa City group seeks signatures on red-light camera petition

JONATHAN SOLIS February 28, 2013

The University of Iowa Young Americans for Liberty student organization has teamed up with a community group called Stop Big Brother to petition against red-light cameras, drones, and other traffic-surveillance...

Arrest rates lower among UI sororities and fraternities

REBECCA MORIN February 28, 2013

The University of Iowa greek community has seen a decrease in arrest rates, and some officials say this is a step in the right direction. In 2011, UI fraternities and sororities had double the number...

Iowa legislature considers legalizing raw milk

CASSIDY RILEY February 28, 2013

Milk may soon be on the list of raw products Iowans may purchase. A few weeks ago, a bill was introduced into committee that, if passed, would make it legal for farmers to sell raw milk on their farms....

Iowa City first responders don’t anticipate drastic effects from sequestration

BRENT GRIFFITHS February 28, 2013

Federal agencies are preparing for Friday’s deadline for automatic spending cuts, including those to law enforcement and other first responders. While local agencies anticipate cuts, they don’t...

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