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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

An Iowa City Police car is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022.

Iowa City police arrest man who made sexual comments to junior high students

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 18, 2023

The Iowa City Police Department arrested the man who made sexual comments to two junior high students last week. On Monday, police arrested Brayton Kylar Reynolds, 29, of Iowa City, charging him...

Attendees converse outside during a Immigrant Welcome Network event at 1109 Prairie Du Chien Road Open House, in Iowa City on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023.

Home to temporarily house refugees, immigrants opens in Iowa City

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor September 13, 2023

The Immigrant Welcome Network of Johnson County opened its first temporary “Welcome Home” Wednesday evening for immigrants looking to relocate to Iowa City.  The three-bedroom and one-bath...

An Iowa City Police Department vehicle is seen on July 9, 2019.

Man reportedly made sexual comments to junior high students Wednesday on Iowa City walking trail

Jack Moore, News Reporter September 13, 2023

A man allegedly made sexually explicit comments to South East Junior High students on Court Hill Trail early Wednesday, according to the Iowa City Police Department. Police are warning the public to...

Skip Kempnich gives his blood at ImpactLife on Sept. 5, 2023. ImpactLife is a blood donation center in Coraville working to combat the blood shortage.

Coralville blood bank ImpactLife sees shortage of donors

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter September 12, 2023

ImpactLife, a blood donation center in Coralville, has seen a drop in the number of donors over the past three months, according to center officials. Kirby Winn, the center’s manager of public...

Hart Epstein, the owner of Harry’s Bar and Grill, poses for a portrait in downtown Iowa City on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023.

Harry’s Bar and Grill brings retro spin to Iowa City

Sydney Becker, News Reporter September 12, 2023

Iowa City’s newest dining experience, Harry’s Bar & Grill, brings a unique perspective to the old-school diner vibe and an all-day breakfast menu with East Coast inspiration. Owner Hart...

The Johnson County Courthouse on South Clinton Street in Iowa City on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022.

Jack McCaffery, son of Iowa basketball head coach found guilty for fatal accident in May

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 12, 2023

Jonathan “Jack” McCaffery, son of University of Iowa men’s basketball coach Fran McCaffery, was found guilty in court filings Tuesday for failing to yield to a pedestrian.  McCaffery was...

The original Emma Goldman Clinic location at 715 North Dodge St. is seen in Iowa City on Monday, Sept. 11, 2023.

Original Emma Goldman Clinic building considered for historic landmark designation

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 11, 2023

The Emma Goldman Clinic has been a staple of the Iowa City community for over 50 years. The clinic, among the oldest in the nation, has been a health care provider for the past half a century and consistently...

Bluebird Diner is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.

Iowa City’s Bluebird Diner wins Reader’s Digest award for best diner in Iowa

Olivia Gamertsfelder, News Reporter September 11, 2023

Iowa City’s Bluebird Diner was recently nominated the best diner in Iowa by the magazine Reader’s Digest. The diner, on East Market Street in Iowa City, opened its third location in Solon last year...

Patrons enjoy their free time at the Green House in Iowa City on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. Sunday, Sep. 3 marks the bar’s one year anniversary of its opening.

Plant-themed cocktail lounge The Green House garners community during first year of business

Sydney Becker, News Reporter September 5, 2023

A year after opening as a plant-themed bar in downtown Iowa City, The Green House is continuing to succeed through local collaborations with nonprofits and small businesses.   Emily Salmonson,...

The Englert Theatre is seen in Iowa City on Tuesday, June 13, 2023.

Englert Theatre union resolves contract disputes

Sasha Evenko, News Reporter August 31, 2023

Unionized stagehands and theater staff at the Englert Theater in Iowa City signed an agreement with theater management to resolve a wage dispute on Aug. 18. It is the first dispute since employees...

Iowa City community member David Ricci hits a ball at the Mercer Park pickleball courts in Iowa City on Friday, Aug. 25, 2023. Ricci is a member of Pickleball Johnson County, an organization that encourages adults in Iowa City, North Liberty, and Coralville to get involved in the up-and-coming sport.

As pickleball grows in popularity, so do injuries for seniors

Julia Rhodes, News Reporter August 31, 2023

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, but injuries, especially in older individuals, are also rapidly increasing. Injuries from pickleball could cause over 67,000...

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Iowa City police ask for public assistance in downtown assault investigation

Jack Moore, News Reporter August 30, 2023

Iowa City police are investigating two separate reported assaults in downtown Iowa City on Sunday that hospitalized two victims and are asking for the public’s assistance.  The first assault...

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