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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

Rob Miller, a freelance marketer working with Gold Cap Hospitality, posts an official announcement paper of the new ownership and October reopening of Hamburg Inn No. 2 in Iowa City, on Monday, Aug. 21, 2023.

Hamburg Inn No. 2 to reopen next week

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 28, 2023

Iowa City restaurant Hamburg Inn No. 2 will reopen Oct. 5 after changing leadership in August. The restaurant, located at 214 N. Linn St., will open at 7 a.m. on Oct. 5, according to a Thursday press...

Nang Nguyen takes a pizza out of the oven at Pagliai's Pizza in Iowa City on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022. Nguyen has worked at Pagliai's Pizza for 18 years.

Long-standing Iowa City restaurant Pagliai’s Pizza faces building ownership turnover

Grace Olson, News Reporter September 27, 2023

Pagliai’s Pizza has been a staple in the Iowa City community since 1957. Now, the building that houses the landmark is up for sale for $5 million, but business is slated to continue as normal.   In...

The CommUnity Crisis Services and Food Bank is seen on Tuesday, March 12, 2019. Formerly known as the Crisis Center of Johnson County, the food bank rebranded in order to emphasize the importance of community.

CommUnity Crisis Services lays off 100 employees nationwide

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter September 26, 2023

CommUnity Crisis Services and Food Bank laid off 100 workers Monday, but there will be no impact on any of CommUnity’s Iowa City services or its State 988 services. The layoff comes after a failure...

The Housing Fellowship and ICCSD student-built affordable housing construction site seen on Sept. 18, 2023. (Madison Frette/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa City Community School District students break ground on affordable housing project

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter September 26, 2023

Students at the Iowa City Community School District broke ground on an affordable housing unit this fall that they will help construct.  The school district reintroduced its Student Built House...

Nancy Bird is seen at MERGE coworking space on Sept. 19, 2023.

Newly merged Iowa City business association looks to raise $2.5 million

Olivia Gamertsfelder, News Reporter September 24, 2023

A newly merged Iowa City business association has found success in supporting local businesses and economic developments after finalizing their merger in July. The former Iowa City Area Development...

The front counter of Hy-vee pharmacy is seen on Sept. 19, 2023.

UI student pharmacists administer free flu vaccines at Hy-Vee

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter September 24, 2023

University of Iowa Pharmacy students administered flu vaccines Tuesday at the Hy-Vee located at 1720 Waterfront Drive in Iowa City, making it more convenient for the public to receive their shots before...

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...