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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

The Iowa City City Council Meeting begins on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. The council will send out community surveys in the coming weeks.

Households to receive community survey in coming weeks

Evan Watson, News Reporter September 15, 2024

The Iowa City Council is looking for community input on various city council concerns, which will be measured through the National Community Survey, a benchmark survey meant to examine key issues of...

A student puts toppings on their frozen yogurt at Yotopia in Iowa City on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. Yotopia will be hosting a Fill it Forward event to kick off their 13th anniversary, in which a percentage of sale proceeds will be donated to a shelter house.

Yotopia, USG hosts ‘Fill it Forward’ event to raise money for Shelter House

Nic Cazin, News Reporter September 12, 2024

A late-night study spot for college students, a fun date activity, or a sweet treat for the family, Yotopia is vital to many in the Iowa City community.  September marks Yotopia’s 13th birthday,...

February 19, 2022; Cleveland, OH, USA; Gunna (front) and DJ Khaled (back) during the 2022 NBA All-Star Saturday Night at Rocket Mortgage Field House.

University of Iowa eligible for free concert through Tinder competition

Madison Schuler, News Reporter September 12, 2024

College students across the country can use Tinder to find potential dating partners — or to potentially earn a free Gunna and GloRilla concert. As a new school year begins, so does a new Swipe Off...

A worker helps prepare a table of food during a ribbon-cutting event in celebration of Oasis Falafel’s 20-year anniversary in business, sponsored by Greater Iowa City Inc., on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024. Owners Naftaly Stramer and Ofer Sivan created Oasis Falafel in the summer of 2004.

Photos: Oasis Falafel Celebrates 20-year anniversary

Jordan Barry, Photojournalist September 5, 2024

Oasis Falafel celebrated its 20-year anniversary of being open for business with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Attendees sat on picnic tables on North Linn Street and were able to talk with owners Naftaly...

Oasis employee Marin Irvine makes a pita sandwich after a ribbon-cutting event in celebration of Oasis Falafel’s 20-year anniversary in business, sponsored by Greater Iowa City Inc., on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024. Owners Naftaly Stramer and Ofer Sivan created Oasis Falafel in the summer of 2004.

Iowa City’s Oasis Falafel celebrates 20 year anniversary

Madison Schuler, News Reporter September 5, 2024

Oasis Falafel, a well-known staple in Iowa City, recently celebrated two decades of bringing authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine to the community. Owners Naftaly Stramer and...

A parking meter is seen outside of the University of Iowa West Campus Transportation Center in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 2, 2022.

Iowa City City Council votes to lower parking rates

Elijah Exley-Schuman and Liam Halawith September 3, 2024

Iowa City Council members voted 6-1 Tuesday to reduce parking meter rates in downtown Iowa City following backlash from local residents and businesses.  The City Council approved the first consideration...

The Clinton Street parking garage is seen on Aug. 23, 2024. Recent changes to pay rates in the garages has initiated conversation from Iowa City residents.

IC considers decreasing downtown parking meter rates after community pushback

Isabelle Foland, News Editor September 3, 2024

After many residents expressed frustration with increased parking rates this summer, Iowa City is now discussing rolling back parking meter rates in the downtown area. As of July 1, rates for parking...

A bartender pours a drink for patrons at new country nightclub Tequila Cowgirl on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024. The bar is in the former location of Bardot and Casa Azul, and owned by Spectrum Hospitality Group, which also runs the club Studio 13.

Tequila Cowgirl brings western vibe to South Gilbert Street

Julian Senn-Raemont, News Reporter September 3, 2024

Something’s brewing at 347 S. Gilbert St. Tequila Cowgirl opened its doors to the public on Aug. 16 in the building previously home to Bardot. During its grand opening, the new western-themed...

Construction on Iowa Ave. and Dubuque St. is seen in downtown Iowa City on Friday, July 12, 2024.

Dubuque Street officially open to cars, pedestrians

Isabelle Foland, News Editor August 30, 2024

Dubuque Street is now open to cars and pedestrians, just in time for the first home football game of the season. The portion of the street from Washington Street to Iowa Avenue has been closed since...

Employees pose for group portraits during the Cane’s opening on South Clinton Street in downtown Iowa City on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024. The opening included a raffle, a DJ, and free merchandise.

Raising Cane’s opens its doors in downtown Iowa City

Fatima Salinas and Madelyn Ambroz August 27, 2024

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers has opened its doors to University of Iowa students at a new downtown location.  On Tuesday, Iowa City welcomed the franchise with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at...

Construction to Dubuque Street is seen in Iowa City on Aug. 23, 2024.  Business owners on Dubuque street reported lower earnings after construction began.

Dubuque Street businesses stand strong through taxing reconstruction project

Evan Watson, News Reporter August 27, 2024

The $3.75 million Dubuque Street reconstruction project is expected to be completed by Sept. 20 after over five months of work has impacted businesses on the street. Business owners are reporting decreased...

The Clinton Street parking garage is seen on Aug. 23, 2024. Recent changes to pay rates in the garages has initiated conversation from Iowa City residents.

Iowa City begins use of automated license plate cameras in parking ramps

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor August 27, 2024

Parking garages across Iowa City will start using automated license plate cameras after the Iowa City City Council changed a rule that had banned the technology. The change has raised privacy concerns...