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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

A new ParkMobile meter stand by the road, on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, nearby the Campus Recreation & Wellness Center.

UI, Iowa City’s parking system changed. Here’s what you need to know

Madeleine Willis, News Reporter November 8, 2022

Iowa City community members now have a new way to pay for parking after the University of Iowa and the City of Iowa City switched to a new app last month. Both the city and the university changed...

Contributed photo from Beth Brown and Leslie Nolte.

Performing arts boarding school to open in Iowa City

Sydney Libert, News Reporter November 6, 2022

A new performing arts boarding school is opening in downtown Iowa City that will allow young artists from across the country to expand their creative interests. ICON Arts Academy, located at 123...

Executive Director of Public Space One John Engelbrecht poses for a photo in front of the mural outside of Public Space One North Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022.

Public Space One receives USA Today grant to bring artists of color to Iowa City

Virginia Russell, News Reporter November 6, 2022

Public Space One in Iowa City received a grant through the USA TODAY Network that will boost new artist diversity in the community. The $2,500 grant will support the Center for Afrofuturist Studies,...

The H bar is seen in Iowa City on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022.

‘It should be a safe area:’ Iowa City community responds to fatal H-Bar shooting

Alejandro Rojas and Colin Votzmeyer November 6, 2022

Owners of the Iowa City hookah bar H-Bar claim they have been working to increase the safety and security of the bar in light of two recent shootings outside the bar — one of which resulted in a...

The outside of the Veteran Affairs Medical Center on Monday, Sept. 6, 2021.

Iowa City Veterans Affairs Clinic to move some operations into new building

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter November 3, 2022

The Iowa City Veterans Affairs Clinic, located at 601 US-6 W., is moving some of its operations to Coralville by spring 2023. The clinic will occupy the former GEICO building in Coralville, located...

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

Second Cedar Rapids man arrested for riot at H-Bar in October

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter November 2, 2022

A second Cedar Rapids man was arrested for his role in the riot that took place at H-Bar on Oct. 23. The riot started inside H-Bar, before continuing outside. Kendel Thompson, 20, was arrested and...

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

Cedar Rapids man arrested for involvement in riot at H-Bar last month

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter November 2, 2022

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.  A Cedar Rapids man was arrested on Monday for his role in a riot that started inside of H-Bar and continued outside on Oct. 23. Antonio Scotton,...

Akirria prepares to go down the slide at the new playground in the Pedestrian Mall in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2022. The new playground opened this month.

Iowa City Pedestrian Mall playground reopens with new look

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter October 31, 2022

The Iowa City Pedestrian Mall playground reopened to the public on Oct. 25 after undergoing renovations for the first time in 20 years. The playground, first built in 1979, is located at 210 S....

A sign reading “Iowa City” is displayed during the “Downtown Block Party” in Iowa City on Saturday, June 25, 2022.

Iowa City Tourism Grant to provide funding to new and existing initiatives in Iowa City to spur more visitors

Virginia Russell, News Reporter October 26, 2022

A new grant aims to bring more visitors to Iowa City and support to businesses struggling following COVID-19. The Iowa City Tourism Grant Program will increase the number of tourists in Iowa City by...

The Iowa City Community Theatre is seen at the Barn at the Johnson County Fairgrounds on Oct. 23. The group will be losing their space at the end of the year.

Iowa City Community Theater loses performance space after 50 years

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter October 23, 2022

After more than 50 years of performing in the same location, the Iowa City Community Theatre will lose its performance space after its 68th season. The performance space, nicknamed “The Barn,” is...

Senior Lauren Pearson opens Cambus doors for students at the University of Iowa in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022. Cambus, the UI’s transportation system, celebrates 50 years of operation this year. Pearson got hired at the beginning of August and said the job is very flexible with her schedule as on the rowing team. “It’s been really fun,” Pearson said. “It’s one of the better jobs on campus because it’s so flexible and you can pick up shifts whenever.”

Cambus to host alumni reunion during homecoming week

Kate Perez, News Editor October 23, 2022

As University of Iowa 2022 homecoming activities begin across campus, a specific group of alumni is returning to Iowa City: former Cambus employees. On Oct. 28, Cambus will host its Celebration...

A firefighter walks up a ladder during a fire on Woodlawn Ave. in downtown Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022.

Iowa City Fire Department responds to historic house fire

Sabine Martin, Managing Editor October 23, 2022

This is an ongoing report. Check back for updates.  The Iowa City Fire Department responded to a house fire on Sunday morning at 1011 Woodlawn Ave.  More than five Iowa City fire trucks responded...

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