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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

Iowa City man has been accused of attempted second-degree burglary

Rachel Steil, News Reporter October 20, 2019

An Iowa City man has been accused of attempted burglary. Darell Henry, 25, was charged on Oct. 18 with third-degree attempted burglary, attempted second-degree burglary, assault on peace officers/others,...

Council members listen to an advocate for cannabis legality during a city council meeting at City Hall on Tuesday, October 1, 2019.

City Council schedules public hearing for intersection improvements at Burlington St. and Madison St.

Hannah Rovner, News Reporter October 15, 2019

At their meeting on Tuesday night, the Iowa City City Council passed a resolution to schedule a public hearing for discussion about improvements at the intersection of Burlington and Madison Streets. The...

Enjoyabowl is seen in downtown Iowa City on Sunday, October 13th, 2019. Enjoyabowl is a fusion grill with elements from various cuisines inspired by the Korean dish Bibimbap or mixed "rice".

New Asian-inspired healthy restaurant “Enjoyabowl” comes to Iowa City

Preston Hayes, News Reporter October 13, 2019

Bright green walls, a sleek layout, and smells of traditional Asian cuisine arrived downtown last week. Hoping to provide the Iowa City community with healthy Korean, Chinese, and Japanese-inspired dishes,...

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

Iowa City Public Library “Lobby Stop” program brings the books to retirement communities

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter October 9, 2019

The Iowa City Public Library’s bookmobile program brings books to the community — but when retirement-home residents struggled to make it to the bookmobile in the parking lot, the library brought books...

Climate activists impressed with Greta Thunberg’s energy

Climate activists impressed with Greta Thunberg’s energy

After 16-year-old climate activist Greta Thunberg spoke at the Iowa City climate strike Oct. 4, some audience members were surprised to discover her powerful presence didn’t translate into height. “Big...

Climate activist Greta Thunberg speaks to a crowd of nearly 3,000 community members at the corner of Iowa Ave. and Dubuque St. on Friday, Oct. 4. Thunberg, who garnered international attention with her speeches before the United Nations and United States Congress, encouraged those in attendance to take a stand against climate change.

Climate activist Greta Thunberg draws crowd of 3,000 at Iowa City stop

Charles Peckman, Senior Reporter October 4, 2019

“We, teenagers and children, shouldn’t have to take the responsibility. Right now, the world leaders keep acting like children, and somebody needs to be the adult in the room.” Standing before...

Climate activist Greta Thunberg, right, speaks at the United Nations Climate Change Conference on Sept. 23, 2019 in New York City. (Kay Nietfeld/DPA/Zuma Press/TNS)

Greta Thunberg appearance at Climate Strike expected to draw thousands

Kayli Reese & Brooklyn Draisey October 3, 2019

Like something out of a young-adult fantasy novel, a 16-year-old girl has recently emerged as the voice of a generation crying out for change — and she will visit Iowa City today. Greta Thunberg,...

City council listens to a speech about native inhabitant awareness and inclusion efforts during a city council meeting at City Hall on Tuesday, October 1, 2019.

Iowa City City Council defers Riverfront Crossing rezoning again

Chloe O'Connor, News Reporter October 1, 2019

Consideration by the Iowa City City Council to rezone the proposed Riverfront Crossings was deferred until Oct. 15 at the council’s meeting Tuesday.  The Riverfront Crossings development is a proposed...

Photo Illustration by Katie Goodale

UISG and Student Legal Services release second annual Renter’s Guide

Hannah Rovner, News Reporter September 30, 2019

As many students prepare to sign leases for the 2020-21 academic year, University of Iowa Student Government will soon release its second Renter’s Guide, which is filled with experiences from tenants...

Boone man accused of willful injury causing serious injury

Rachel Steil, News Reporter September 29, 2019

A Boone man has been accused of willful injury causing serious injury. Troy Borsh, 23, was charged on Sept. 27 with OWI and willful injury causing serious injury. According to the arrest affidavit, Borsh...

The new location of Marco’s Grilled Cheese is seen at 117 N. Linn Street on Friday Sept. 27, 2019.

Marco’s Grilled Cheese food cart adds walk-in restaurant

Hannah Rovner, News Reporter September 27, 2019

The beloved Marco’s Grilled Cheese food cart, which opened on the Pedestrian Mall nearly 20 years ago, will open its first walk-in store Nov 1, under a yellow and green awning on 117 N. Linn St. While...

Saturday, November 10, 2018.
Fans tailgate in the Adler parking lot for the Iowa vs Northwestern game.

Need parking during Hawkeye football games? This app can help

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter September 26, 2019

Football game days are busy and filled with crowds of people all with the same goal: attempting to travel to and from the stadium. For fans who drive, there are often problems when scouring the area for...