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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Pedestrians cross Clinton Street and enter the Pedestrian Mall in Downtown Iowa City on Monday, June 27, 2016.

Iowa City podcast debuts with an episode on historic preservation

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter January 16, 2019

Iowa City residents now have a new method of learning about their community and engaging with current events: a podcast all about Iowa City. The Iowa City Matters podcast, the official podcast of Iowa...

Partnership between Shelter House, Housing Authority aims to end Iowa City-area homelessness

Partnership between Shelter House, Housing Authority aims to end Iowa City-area homelessness

Charles Peckman, News Reporter January 16, 2019

A new partnership between two Iowa City housing groups aims to provide something that many take for granted — access to housing. The Iowa City Housing Authority has partnered with Shelter House by providing...

Demonstrators lay on benches during a "Sleep In" demonstration in the Pedestrian Mall in Iowa City on Monday, January 14, 2019. The benches have been in the works since 2014, but were installed in November of 2018. (Wyatt Dlouhy/The Daily Iowan)

Protest sparked by Ped Mall benches

Kate Pixley, News Reporter January 14, 2019

The controversy over the new benches on the Pedestrian Mall continued on Monday afternoon as the Iowa City Catholic Worker House staged a protest to oppose to the benches, which were installed during the...

The Jefferson Building on Washington Street is seen during Jazz Fest on Sunday, July 2.

Local artist to open store in downtown Iowa City

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter January 13, 2019

Functional pottery with celestial designs are the essence of Allison Fretheim’s art. She has showcased her pottery for Iowa City residents for around two years at White Rabbit and Revival, and on Saturday,...

Couples and friends sit, walk, and talk in the Old Capitol Mall in Iowa City, Iowa on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2017.

Freddy’s and Panera Bread comes to the Old Capitol Town Center, Office of Sustainability moves out

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter December 13, 2018

The Old Capitol Town Center will see new additions next semester with two chain restaurants, Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers and Panera Bread, moving in. Kevin Digmann, general manager of...

Pancheros sits open downtown Iowa City on Monday, Jan. 26, 2015. Pancheros is one of four sponsors for Dance Marathon this year.

Pancheros begins delivery service

Kate Pixley, News Reporter December 12, 2018

Hungry Iowa City residents who don’t want to leave their homes now have another food-delivery option. Pancheros recently announced it would begin delivering food from its Iowa City and Coralville restaurants...

Customer service, quality contribute to business longevity, owners say

Customer service, quality contribute to business longevity, owners say

Charles Peckman, News Reporter December 10, 2018

While walking around Iowa City, it is hard not to notice its landmarks — the Englert, Herteen & Stocker Jewelers, and the ever-present (and open) Mesa and Pancheros. But why do some businesses, such...

The Old Capitol building is seen in 2018.

Veterans for Peace advocates for change with weekly Pentacrest protest

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter December 10, 2018
For almost a decade, Veterans for Peace has held banners and signs advocating for non-violence on the Pentacrest
First night mayor in the city leaves position for Los Angeles

First night mayor in the city leaves position for Los Angeles

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter December 10, 2018

The country’s first night mayor has said farewell to the city she’s long called home. Angela Winnike was hired in April 2017 as Iowa City’s first-ever night mayor, a position that she said was the...

Two students read books in the Dey House on Tuesday, November 27, 2018. Iowa City is celebrating 10 years of being named UNESCO City of Literature.

Iowa City grows after 10 years as City of Literature

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter December 9, 2018
In its 10th year as a City of Literature, Iowa City continues to be a hub for literary lovers.
The Bluebird Diner is seen on Saturday, December 9, 2018. (Michael Guhin/The Daily Iowan).

Iowa City’s Bluebird is a decade old

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter December 9, 2018

After 10 years of serving breakfast food to the Iowa City community, Bluebird Diner, 330 E. Market St, celebrated its 10th anniversary with the Iowa City community on Dec. 8. Just a little over 10 years...

Angela Winnike speaks during the UISG City Council Forum in the IMU on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017.  (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa City Nighttime mayor to leave position

Kayli Reese, News Reporter December 6, 2018

Iowa City’s first nighttime mayor is leaving the city for warmer weather. Angela Winnike will leave Iowa City and the nighttime mayor position to begin a new job in Los Angeles. She first began...