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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

The outside of the University of Iowa Police Station is seen in Iowa City on Monday, April 11, 2022. According to the UI's 2024 Clery Report, there was a significant increase in reports of sexual assault from 2023.

New report shows spike in sexual assault reports on UI campus in 2023

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 7, 2024

According to the University of Iowa’s 2024 Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy, Crime Statistics and Fire Safety Annual Report, reports of rape on campus more than doubled in 2023 compared...

CommUnity Crisis Services Mental Health's Law Enforcement Liaison, Kelsie Tomlin (Left), and Iowa City Police Officer Kristie Davis (Right) answer questions in a conference room at the Iowa City Police Department on Sept. 30. ICPD has partnered with CommUnity since February 2021 to embed a mental health liaison within the department in order to enhance the services provided to those in the community experiencing a mental health crisis and connect them with the appropriate resources.

Iowa City Police introduce crisis co-responder unit

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 3, 2024

The Iowa City Police Department has launched its first-ever crisis co-responder team, pairing an officer with a mental health liaison to de-escalate crises, provide on-scene support, and connect individuals...

The Phi Gamma Delta, also known as FIJI, house is seen in Iowa City on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023.

Former UI student drops FIJI, one fraternity brother from sexual assault lawsuit

Marandah Mangra-Dutcher, Managing Print Editor October 1, 2024

After three years, a former University of Iowa student has dismissed all claims in an upcoming trial except those against former Phi Gamma Delta member Carson Steffen. The student, Makéna Solberg,...

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

Iowa City police investigating assault, offering reward for tips

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 1, 2024

The Iowa City Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in the investigation of an assault that occurred Monday evening in the West High School parking lot. The victim, a high school-aged...

Chief of Iowa City Police Dustin Liston (left) and newly hired officer Gregory Lalla (right) speak about the recent hiring of new officers inside the Iowa City Police Department building on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024. Officer Lalla was a former Sergeant of the Davenport Police Department before returning to his hometown of Iowa City to work as an officer.

Iowa City Police Department nears full capacity for officers

Emma Jane, News Reporter September 23, 2024

For the first time in over three years, the Iowa City Police Department is nearing full capacity after hiring three new officers, one of whom brings a unique legacy as the son of the city's first female...

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...