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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

A cracked wall is seen at the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office in Iowa City on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024. During a tour of inmate cells, Sheriff Brad Kunkel discussed the overcrowding and building deterioration being experienced by the county’s jail.

Johnson County Sheriff’s Office and Jail moves forward with addressing needs

Bri Brands, News Reporter September 17, 2024

A recent needs assessment evaluating the Johnson County Jail and Sheriff’s Office has led to progress in the discussion for an entirely new building. The poor condition of the current facility,...

Mercy Hospital Iowa City is seen on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023. Oral Arguments for a lawsuit against Mercy began at the Iowa Supreme Court on Wednesday.

Iowa Supreme Court hears oral arguments for $97 million medical malpractice suit

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter September 11, 2024

Oral arguments were heard in front of the Iowa Supreme Court Wednesday for a two-year-old trial regarding medical malpractice in which an infant suffered brain damage.  Kathleen and Andrew Kromphardt,...

The Iowa City Community School District sign is seen in Iowa City on Monday, March 4, 2024.

Iowa City Community School District receives violent threats via Snapchat post

Isabelle Foland, News Editor September 11, 2024

An unidentified school in the Iowa City Community School District received violent threats from an anonymous Snapchat user Wednesday. In an email to district families and staff, Superintendent Matt...

Police lights are seen flashing after a traffic stop in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.

One person dead after electrocution Wednesday

Evan Watson, News Reporter September 11, 2024

The Iowa City Police Department and Fire Department were called to respond to a reported electrocution at 9:53 a.m. Wednesday.  Units were dispatched to Herbert Hoover Highway and Eastbury Drive...

Photo illustration by Lillie Hawker.

Ongoing gambling lawsuit gains eleven current and former Iowa, Iowa State athletes

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter September 10, 2024

A federal lawsuit involving Iowa and Iowa State just grew bigger.  Eleven current and former athletes of the two schools are accusing Iowa’s Division of Criminal Investigation, or DCI, of illegally...

Police lights are seen flashing after a traffic stop in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.

Three teens charged in violent incident at West

Brianna Brands, News Reporter September 9, 2024

Three teenagers from Johnson County are being charged with one count of first-degree burglary following a reported stabbing at Iowa City West High School in August. A criminal complaint alleges...

The University of Iowa's College of Law is seen Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020.

Iowa Supreme Court hears first case of the year on UI campus

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor September 6, 2024

The Iowa Supreme Court heard its first case of the 2024 session at the University of Iowa College of Law. The case centers around Linn County Auditor Joel Miller’s accusation that the Iowa Secretary...

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Iowa City Police investigate stabbing near Burlington Street, Robert A. Lee Recreation Center

Liam Halawith, Elections Editor September 4, 2024

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Iowa City Police are currently investigating a stabbing near the Burlington Street Kum & Go that occurred just after 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday.  University...

Johnson County Courthouse.

Former UI student Ali Younes makes first appearance in court after fleeing country

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor September 3, 2024

Former University of Iowa student Ali Younes appeared in Johnson County court via Zoom Tuesday morning, where his total bond was set at $600,000.  Younes faces charges of attempted murder, first...

Police lights are seen flashing after a traffic stop in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.

Twelve people allegedly involved in $60,000 MidWestOne Bank scam

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor August 27, 2024

Twelve people reportedly stole over $60,000 from the Iowa City MidWestOne Bank through a phony-check scam.  According to court documents, four people were arrested this week, and eight others have...

Photo via University of Iowa Department of Public Safety.

Former UI student Ali Younes returns to Iowa for trial after fleeing country

Kate Perez, Senior Reporter August 27, 2024

Ali Younes, a former University of Iowa student arrested in April 2022 for the alleged robbing and strangling of a woman, leaving her unconscious near Art Building West, will return to Iowa for trial...

Iowa City Police car 988 design in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov, 16. 2022.

UI students work to bring 988 decals to UIPD vehicles

Liam Halawith, Politics Reporter June 18, 2024

A group of University of Iowa students is working to bring new decals promoting the national suicide hotline number, 988, to police vehicles around Johnson County. The decals were installed on University...