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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

Karen Smith poses for a portrait in Iowa City on Dec. 7. Smith walked 312 miles to raise awareness for mental health awareness this past summer.

Local mom walks across Iowa, fundraises for mental health awareness

Grace Katzer, News Reporter December 11, 2022

Karen Smith of North Liberty spent her summer walking across Iowa to raise awareness for mental health. Smith, who is a secretary at Van Allen Elementary, completed her journey after walking over 312...

The Scribble Tree light installations, created by Ali Hval, are seen in the Pedestrian Mall on Dec. 11, 2022.

New ‘Scribble Lights’ installed in downtown Iowa City for holiday season

Madeleine Willis, News Reporter December 11, 2022

As members of the community walk down Dubuque Street in Iowa City in the Pedestrian Mall, multi-colored strings of lights illuminate the lines of trees on the main promenade. The artist behind the...

Iowa City Hello Lamp Program yard signs are seen in the Pedestrian Mall on Saturday, Dec.10, 2022.

Iowa City launches Hello Lamp Post program

Sofia Mamakos, News Reporter December 11, 2022

Shoppers can access the Hello Lamp Post program via QR codes to ask questions about products and shops in Downtown Iowa City.  The Iowa City Downtown District launched the program this month, which...

Participants chant throughout downtown Iowa City during a unity march as part of the Iowa City Pride Festival on Saturday, June 18, 2022. This year's marks the 51st Pride Festival held by Iowa City.

Iowa City recognized as one of the most safe, inclusive spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals

Kufre Ituk, News Reporter December 11, 2022

Iowa City recently received a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index, which determines how safe and inclusive cities are for LGBTQ+ individuals. However, some residents...

Travelers wait by the gates at the Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2022.

Eastern Iowa Airport expects busiest holiday season since 2019

Grace Katzer, News Reporter December 6, 2022

The Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids is expected to see the second-busiest year of air travel in its history as this year’s holiday travel season begins. The busiest year for air travel recorded...

The Iowa City City Council is seen during a meeting at City Hall on Tuesday, June 21, 2022.

Iowa City nonprofits could benefit from a proposed grant with the city’s COVID-19 relief funds

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter December 5, 2022

Nonprofits in Iowa City could see improvements to their facilities through a proposed grant program funded by the city’s federal COVID-19 relief dollars.  According to a memo sent to the city...

The Iowa City Airport is seen on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022.

Iowa City Municipal Airport reports 114 percent increase in economic impact

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter December 4, 2022

The Iowa City Municipal Airport has doubled its economic impact since 2009. The airport is bringing in $24 million annually in total economic activity to the Iowa City area, per the 2022 Iowa...

IC community rallies behind food vendor after trailer is stolen

IC community rallies behind food vendor after trailer is stolen

Kufre Ituk, News Reporter November 16, 2022

The Johnson County community is banding together to help Griddle Me This, an Iowa City catering and mobile food company, after its trailer that is used to make food was stolen. Griddle Me This is...

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

IC to have free parking, bus services for ‘Small Business Saturday’ weekend

Kate Perez, News Editor November 16, 2022

Iowa City shoppers will be treated to free parking in downtown parking garages on Nov. 26, the city announced on Wednesday.  The announcement states that there will be no charge for parking in...

Iowa City Police car 988 design in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov, 16. 2022.

Iowa City Police Department unveils 988 crisis line decal on new squad cars

Colin Votzmeyer, News Reporter November 16, 2022

The Iowa City Police Department added a 988 decal to the latest design for its squad cars. 988, the suicide and crisis lifeline, was launched on July 16 for those experiencing a crisis to text or...

Iowa City Council listens to speaker at City Council on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022

Iowa City City Council approves consideration to expand sidewalk cafe regulations

Sydney Libert, News Reporter November 15, 2022

Iowa City businesses may see more outdoor eating options in the future. The Iowa City City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to approve the first consideration of an ordinance that would amend...

UI community members interested in potential Chicago-Iowa City Amtrak route

UI community members interested in potential Chicago-Iowa City Amtrak route

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter November 15, 2022

Nathan Creech is intrigued by the possibility of a Chicago-Iowa City Amtrak line. The University of Iowa senior currently drives himself and carpools with friends to get back to his hometown of New Lenox,...