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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

Local hip-hop artist TheZeffster performs during a fashion show at the 2023 Juneteenth Celebration in downtown Iowa City on Friday, June 16.

Photos: Iowa City Celebrates Juneteenth

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor June 16, 2023

The 2023 Juneteenth Celebration occurred in downtown Iowa City on Friday. The celebration began at 4:00 p.m. with a Johnson County resource fair. Free food and a fashion show were provided, followed by...

An Iowa City Police car is seen near the Iowa City Police Department in Iowa City Monday, Nov. 1, 2021.

Iowa City Police make arrest after May 6 stabbing on South Gilbert Street

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 15, 2023

The Iowa City Police Department has arrested a man in connection to a stabbing that occurred on May 6 on South Gilbert Street. In a press release on Thursday, the police announced that Iowa City...

United Action for Youth, or UAY, walks during the Iowa City Pride Parade in Iowa City on Saturday, June 18, 2022. Over 900 people walked in the parade.

Iowa City Pride 2023 aims to foster community strength

Parker Jones, Summer Editor June 13, 2023

As one of the oldest pride festivals in the country, Iowa City Pride aims to promote an environment of inclusivity, acceptance, and community strength that persists year-round. This year’s pride...

Photo: Memorial for Waterloo woman killed in car accident

Photo: Memorial for Waterloo woman killed in car accident

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor June 1, 2023

A memorial for 22-year-old Jennifer Russell is seen at the intersection of Court Street and Seventh Avenue in Iowa City on Thursday, June 1, 2023. Iowa State Patrol announced that 17-year-olds Elijah...

Contributed photo by Krista Hershberger.

Nancy Bird appointed to lead Iowa City Area Development, Iowa City Area Business Partnership

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor May 26, 2023

The Iowa City Area Business Partnership and Iowa City Area Development are set to merge this summer on July 1, and the new entity has announced Nancy Bird will be its CEO and president. The news...

The H-bar is seen in Iowa City on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022.

Iowa City Police arrest second person in connection to H-Bar shooting last year

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor May 25, 2023

The Iowa City Police Department has made a second arrest in connection to the shooting that occurred outside H-Bar in October last year. Coralville man Tramon Robinson, 24, was arrested and charged...

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Iowa City Police continue investigation of shooting early Sunday morning

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter May 14, 2023

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. The Iowa City Police Department is looking for two men with guns after a shooting early Sunday morning. Around 11:54 p.m. on Saturday, May...

Two victims confirmed after men spotted with guns, shots fired Sunday morning

Two victims confirmed after men spotted with guns, shots fired Sunday morning

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter May 13, 2023

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Two victims have been confirmed after two men were spotted with guns and shots were fired near the corner of Iowa Avenue and North Gilbert Street...

Police investigating after stabbing occurs on Gilbert Street

Police investigating after stabbing occurs on Gilbert Street

Kate Perez, News Editor May 6, 2023

Iowa City police are continuing to search for a suspect after a stabbing occurred in the area of S. Gilbert Street and Burlington Street early Saturday morning. According to a City of Iowa City...

The Pedestrian Mall walkway is seen in Iowa City on Monday, March 14, 2022.

Iowa City named Iowa Small Business Community of the Year

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter May 3, 2023

Iowa City was awarded the 2023 Iowa Small Business Community of the Year by the U.S. Business Administration Iowa Small Business Administration. According to a release from the Small Business Administration,...

The Iowa City Pedestrian Mall is seen on Wednesday, March 22, 2023.

IC Downtown District launches Local Rewards program

Hannah Lipski, News Reporter May 1, 2023

The Iowa City Downtown District launched a new rewards program for shoppers to use. The rewards program was created to incentivize customers to shop at small businesses. They are rewarded with every...

A basket with chips and queso paired with a margarita is seen at Taco Depot III in Cedar Rapids on Monday, April 20, 2023.

New taco restaurant to open in downtown Iowa City

Hannah Lipski, News Reporter April 25, 2023

A taco restaurant native to Cedar Rapids is coming to downtown Iowa City. The restaurant, named Taco Depot, is opening this summer in the location that was once occupied by Tiki Tacos ‘n...