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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 Airliner is seen closed on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. The spread of coronavirus in Johnson county has been named a public health emergency. (Tate Hildyard/The Daily Iowan.)

Governor Reynolds announces state-based support for local businesses

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter March 23, 2020

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced in a press conference Monday afternoon new state-based support for local businesses impacted by COVID-19 closures.  This plan would provide grants and delay tax deadlines...

The Harrison Street Parking Ramp is seen on Tuesday, October 9, 2018.

Iowa City makes downtown ramps free of charge, continues spring break bus schedule

Sarah Watson, Managing Editor March 23, 2020

The City of Iowa City will make most parking free of charge, the city announced in a release Monday.  City Administrator Geoff Fruin said during a Monday press conference they had pulled cashiers from...

East Washington St. is seen empty on Wednesday, March 18th, 2020. The spread of coronavirus in Johnson county has been named a public health emergency.

Businesses bear COVID-19 cost burden

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter March 22, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic brings Iowa City’s downtown activity to a near halt, locals are seeking ways to stay afloat amid job losses. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds on March 17 announced a health-disaster...

South Clinton St. is seen empty on Wednesday, March 18th, 2020. The spread of coronavirus in Johnson county has been named a public health emergency.(Tate Hildyard/The Daily Iowan.)

U.S. Small Business Administration issues disaster declaration in Iowa, allowing small businesses to apply for federal loans

Mary Hartel, News Reporter March 21, 2020

In the midst of increasing economic shortages resulting from COVID-19, the U.S. Small Business Administration has issued a disaster declaration in Iowa, allowing small businesses in the state to apply...

Commuters load and unload buses at the Downtown interchange in Iowa City on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018.

Iowa City buses won’t charge a fare

Rachel Schilke, News Reporter March 19, 2020

Iowa City announced on Thursday that buses will suspend transit fares and will now require passengers to enter through the back doors to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. According to...

Iowa City DJ from Star Entertainment diagnosed with COVID-19

Iowa City DJ from Star Entertainment diagnosed with COVID-19

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter March 17, 2020

A karaoke DJ from Iowa City has been diagnosed with novel coronavirus after test results for the virus came back positive on March 15, and he's warning people who went to his events since Feb. 28 that...

People walk around downtown on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2017.

Iowa City businesses taking steps to slow COVID-19 spread

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief March 16, 2020

Iowa City restaurants and businesses are taking steps to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, with some shops emphasizing online sales and restaurants focusing on carryout and delivery. Gov. Kim Reynolds...

The Iowa City Public Library is seen on Monday, September 16, 2019.

Iowa City Public Library, other facilities close amid COVID-19 concerns

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor March 15, 2020

Iowa City has closed multiple facilities and canceled programming through at least April 5 in response to the rising number of coronavirus cases in Iowa, according to an email from the City of Iowa City. There...

Hills Bank and Trust Company is seen on April 17, 2019.

Johnson County coronavirus patients all participated in the same Hills Bank and Trust Friends Club cruise in Egypt

Charles Peckman, Senior Reporter March 12, 2020

Johnson County residents who have tested positive for COVID-19 – 14 as of Thursday – were each part of a cruise to Egypt sponsored by Hills Bank and Trust, as the Cedar-Rapids Gazette initially...

Mammitas Coffee Owner Jacquie Milian poses for a portrait outside of her shop in Iowa City on Thursday, January 30, 2020. Mammitas Coffee will have a grand opening event on January 31 from 5-8 p.m. Attendees can purchase a flight of five different beverages for five dollars.

Iowa City businesses prepare for economic impact of COVID-19, students leaving campus

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter March 12, 2020

From open to close a steady stream of people stopped in to buy drinks and pastries at Iowa City's Mammitas Coffee on Thursday, emptying the pastry case by midday. Owner Jacqueline Milian was on...

Photo Illustration by Jenna Galligan

Grubhub adds several local businesses to app without their knowledge

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter March 5, 2020

Grubhub, a national food-delivery service, has added several local Iowa City restaurants to its delivery-service app and website without the permission of the companies’ owners — a move that several...

A community member addresses the council about a zoning proposition regarding a proposed animal recreation center at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020.

Iowa City City Council passes additional height bonus to building at 12 E. Court St.

Hannah Rovner and Rachel Schilke February 19, 2020

After a failed motion to defer the decision once again, the Iowa City City Council passed an additional seven-story height bonus to a new luxury apartment complex at 12 E. Court St. in a 5-2 vote. The...