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

Iowa legislators propose personhood amendment

NICK HASSETT April 30, 2013

A proposed amendment to the Iowa Constitution drew glowing praise from one state advocacy group and condemnation from another. Senate Joint Resolution 10, filed April 25 by 21 members of the Iowa Senate,...

Johnson County officials seek updated surveillance and security technology

QUENTIN MISIAG April 30, 2013

A number of Johnson County officials say outdated and inadequate surveillance and emergency-alert technology at county government facilities is threatening their safety and that of the Iowa City community....

Iowa City officials speculate housing issues could complicate diversity policy

STACEY MURRAY April 30, 2013

Johnson County officials have called for more discussions in regards to affordable housing following the passage of the Iowa City School District’s diversity policy. Officials on Monday discussed...

Johnson County officials aim for justice-center education ahead of May 7

STACEY MURRAY April 30, 2013

With one week until the second vote on the proposed Johnson County justice center, officials are looking to  communicate their proposal to Johnson County voters because they say they are running out of...

Turkish official wants to expand influence in Iowa and US

BRENT GRIFFITHS April 30, 2013

Nearly 6,000 miles from Iowa City, Turkey acts as a bridge between Europe and Asia, and it is now looking to become more of a partner with the United States. Beyond its strategic location near Iran,...

Iowa City seeks input on Burlington Street Dam recreation project

NICK HASSETT April 30, 2013

The Burlington Street dam has been a part of Iowa City for more than 100 years. But if the vision of one city-hired design group comes to fruition, an entirely new recreation area could replace the old...

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