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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Mercy Hospital is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 12, 2023.

Court approves UI acquisition of Mercy Iowa City

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 6, 2023

The University of Iowa’s acquisition of Mercy Iowa City was approved by the bankruptcy court Monday morning. The sale’s approval closes a prolonged saga in which the UI originally lost the auction...

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Police investigate robbery at gunpoint near Burlington, Dubuque streets

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 5, 2023

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Police reported a robbery at gunpoint near Burlington Street and Dubuque Street, according to a Hawk Alert sent early Sunday morning. The alert,...

Event organizers lead a march following a protest supporting to end the occupation of Palestine in Downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Sahithi Shankaiahgari/The Daily Iowan)

Over 100 people gather on Pentacrest to protest Israel-Hamas war

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 4, 2023

Over 100 of University of Iowa students and residents gathered on the Pentacrest Saturday to protest the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. The group was protesting in solidarity with Palestine, which has...

Store associate Penelope Wilkins (left) helps Dawn Anderson (right) during Beno’s Flowers and Gifts grand opening in downtown Coraville on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023.

Beno’s Flowers and Gifts opens holiday pop-up in Coralville

Sydney Becker, News Reporter November 1, 2023

The Iowa River Landing in Coralville welcomed a new business Wednesday morning with the opening of Beno’s Flowers holiday pop-up shop located at 919 E. 2nd Ave.  The small corner store opened...

Librarian Angela Pilkington reads and dances with babies and toddlers at a “Book Babies” interactive reading activity on Tuesday, Oct 24, 2023. The event is every Tuesday in the Public Library’s Storytime Room. Angela Pilkington is a librarian at the Iowa City Public Library who recently won the 2023 Quality Time Award from the Iowa Library Association.

Iowa City librarian wins state award for children’s services contributions

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter October 31, 2023

Angela Pilkington had an irrational fear of libraries for most of her youth, so much so that she asked her mother to pick out the books she needed for her college classes and drive hours to deliver...

Mercy Hospital is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 12, 2023.

UI’s Mercy IC hospital acquisition decision next week

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor October 31, 2023

After a whirlwind few months, Mercy Iowa City is now leaning toward a University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics ownership. A sale hearing will be held on Nov. 6, and the decision could be finalized...

The Basic Goods store sits empty in the Iowa City Pedestrian Mall on Monday, Oct. 30, 2023. Owner Simeon Talley had a 40 percent off sale on the plants and goods sold. Cielo Goods will open in the space in mid-November.

Basic Goods to close, CIELO boutique to open second location in Ped Mall space

Jack Moore, News Reporter October 30, 2023

The boutique CIELO will soon be the newest women-owned local business in downtown Iowa City this November. It will occupy the space of soon-to-close sustainability retailer Basic Goods. CIELO, Spanish...

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DeLuxe Cakes and Pastries celebrates 20th anniversary in Iowa City

Sydney Becker, News Reporter October 25, 2023

While marking 20 years in the bakery business, Iowa City’s DeLuxe Cakes and Pastries is raising donations during October and November for the Iowa City Free Lunch Program.  Jamie Powers, owner...

Camp Bar, a new bar in Iowa City, is seen on Tuesday Oct. 17, 2023.

New IC bar brings in the outdoors with camping-themed drinks, decor

Olivia Gamertsfelder, News Reporter October 25, 2023

A newly-renovated, camp-themed bar called CAMP opened in Iowa City two weeks ago, bringing the outdoors inside.  Upon entering, guests are met with outdoorsy decor and dimmed lighting for a relaxed...

The Johnson County Courthouse is seen in Iowa City on Sept. 21, 2023.

Jack McCaffery to pay $1,000 fine, 180-day license suspension for fatal accident

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor October 25, 2023

Jonathan “Jack” McCaffery, 17, son of Iowa men’s basketball coach Fran McCaffery, was sentenced Monday for failing to yield to a pedestrian, a simple misdemeanor. McCaffery was scheduled to...

Ben Splichal, general manager of Pinseekers, poses for a portrait at Pinseekers in Tiffin, Iowa on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023.

New indoor golf and entertainment facility called PinSeekers set to open in November

Jack Moore, News Reporter October 24, 2023

A new indoor golf range called PinSeekers is set to open within the first two weeks of November. The venue will blend driving with indoor entertainment offering an 18-hole putting course, three multi-sport...

Contributed photo by Tory Wilson. Heidi Aviles and her family pose for a photo with members of the Colorado-based nonprofit Impact Cares.

Nonprofit organization surprises Iowa City family with new home

Sydney Becker, News Reporter October 24, 2023

Just over a year ago, Heidi Aviles quit her job, sold her house, and relocated to Iowa City with her three children to help take care of her mother who was sick. Aviles spent nearly all of her life’s...