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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

City council members discuss zoning issues at City Hall on Tuesday, September 17, 2019.

City Councils discusses bike-sharing, bike lane additions

Hannah Rovner, News Reporter September 18, 2019

Iowa City is slowly but surely implementing its bicycle master plan, a process which began within the last couple of months. Iowa City City Council passed a motion Tuesday night bringing the city’s parks...

Raygun pictured on September 12, 2019 in Downtown Iowa City.

Iowa City Senior Center partners with Raygun to prepare for art exhibition

Mitchell Griffin, News Reporter September 16, 2019

In the spirit of celebrating life, the Iowa City Senior Center is collaborating with the popular Iowa shop Raygun to raise money for National Senior Center Month with a full slate of scheduled events.  Members...

Belle Plaine man has been accused of second-degree burglary

Rachel Steil, News Reporter September 15, 2019

A Belle Plaine man has been accused of second-degree burglary. Samuel Linneman, 22, was charged on Sept. 13 with second-degree burglary, fourth-degree criminal mischief, and fourth-degree theft. According...

People walk around downtown on Tuesday, Jan 31, 2017. Iowa City was named City of Literature by Unesco City of Literature.

Ames wins best college town in America, Iowa City stagnant

Rachel Steil, News Reporter September 12, 2019

One of the longest-standing rivalries in Iowa is the infamous quarrel between the University of Iowa Hawkeyes and the Iowa State University Cyclones. The Cy-Hawk football tournament this weekend will take...

The corner of South Gilbert and Prentiss Street is seen on September 11, 2019. The southwest corner is where the proposed building will be located.

Proposed Riverfront Crossings development awaits Iowa City City Council approval

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter September 12, 2019

A proposed eight-story development could bring improvements to Ralston Creek and provide more options for housing near downtown Iowa City where many University of Iowa students opt to live.  The Iowa...

The area of the proposed pedestrian tunnel is located near Riverside Drive and Myrtle Avenue is seen on September 11, 2019.

Riverside Drive pedestrian tunnel in the works to improve safety

Lauren White, News Reporter September 11, 2019

Iowa City Public Works has announced plans to reconstruct a portion of Riverside Drive to further protect  pedestrians with the addition of a new tunnel. The tunnel will connect the west side of South...

Riverside man accused of theft and domestic abuse

Riverside man accused of theft and domestic abuse

Rachel Steil, News Reporter September 11, 2019

A Riverside man has been accused of second-degree theft and domestic abuse/assault impeding air/blood flow. Nikolas Petersen, 33, was charged Sept. 10 with child endangerment without injury, domestic...

Muscatine woman accused of burglary

Muscatine woman accused of burglary

Rachel Steil, News Reporter September 11, 2019

A Muscatine woman has been accused of third-degree burglary. Corina Campbell, 34, was charged on Sept. 10 with driving while barred, possession of burglar’s tools, two counts of possession of a controlled...

The new Film Scene location located in the Chauncey building is seen on September 10, 2019.

State donations aid Johnson County in cultural projects and programs

Annie Fitzpatrick, News Reporter September 10, 2019

The Iowa Economic Development Agency’s Community Attraction and Tourism grant recently awarded two Iowa City and one Johnson County nonprofits with financial donations in order to promote recreational...

Coralville woman accused of forgery

Coralville woman accused of forgery

Rachel Steil, News Reporter September 10, 2019

A Coralville woman has been accused of forgery. Sarah Franz, 22, was charged on Sept. 9 with two counts of forgery. According to the arrest affidavit, Franz presented a payroll check from Cedar-Mac...

Iowa City man accused of kidnapping 3 year-old

Iowa City man accused of kidnapping 3 year-old

Kayli Reese, Managing News Editor September 8, 2019

An Iowa City man has been accused of kidnapping. Rodney Bryant, 24, was charged Sept. 5 with second-degree kidnapping. According to the arrest affidavit, Bryant picked up a three-year-old child who...

Iowa City Night Mayor Joe Riley poses for a portrait on Wednesday, September 4th, 2019.

Iowa City downtown district’s nighttime mayor starts new initiatives to improve nightlife

Rin Swann, News Reporter September 6, 2019

Loud music, late-night food carts, and long lines outside of popular bars are characteristic of downtown Iowa City nightlife. After spending a few months in town, new Night Mayor Joe Reilly said he has...