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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

A wall is missing off the back of a building alongside Highway 6 after a tornado went through parts of Coralville on Friday, March 31, 2023. The Coralville fire and police departments worked alongside other agencies to help facilitate cleanup.

Johnson County homes, businesses damaged after tornadoes hit Eastern Iowa

Sabine Martin, Managing Editor March 31, 2023

In defeat, Liz Goodman peeled the sign off the door of her business on the Coralville Strip Friday evening. Next to the door, the warehouse’s metal walls were destroyed and its beams curled from...

The Old Capitol is seen on March 12, 2020.

Severe weather watch: Tornado warning issued for Johnson County

DI Staff March 31, 2023

Multiple tornadoes passed near the Iowa City area on Friday afternoon, causing damage in parts of Coralville and Solon and leaving more than 2,000 customers in the area without power, according to...

Participants chalk the sidewalk during the Trans Day of Visibility rally at the Pentacrest on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. The event was put on by the LGBTQ Iowa Archives and Library, and featured chalking and speeches by members of the community.

Iowa City, Johnson County pass proclamations supporting transgender rights on Transgender Day of Visibility

Isabelle Foland, Sydney Libert, Alejandro Rojas, News Reporters March 30, 2023

The Iowa City City Council and the Johnson County Board of Supervisors proclaimed their support for Transgender Day of Visibility amid the passage of several anti-transgender legislation in the state. The...

The Iowa City City Hall is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 2, 2023.

UI, Iowa City collaborate to further neighborhood development, engagement goals

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter March 29, 2023

The City of Iowa City and the University of Iowa have partnered to form a course at the UI that aims to encourage and celebrate community diversity among both students and neighborhood residents. In...

Vice chairperson Rod Sullivan speaks during the Johnson County Board of Supervisors meeting in the Johnson County Administration Building on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.

Johnson County Board of Supervisors approve new, higher proposed salaries for county elected officials

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 29, 2023

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a new set of proposed salaries for county elected officials that are slightly higher than the previous set during its Wednesday work session. The...

Members of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors listen to a presentation during their meeting in the Johnson County Administration Building on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.

Johnson County presented with opportunity to opt into opioid litigation, potentially win millions in settlement dollars

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 29, 2023

Johnson County can participate in a pending litigation settlement worth approximately $2.5 million, assistant county attorneys revealed at the county Board of Supervisors’ Wednesday work session...

Senators listen at a University Student Government meeting Sept. 27, 2022.

UI USG members, Iowa City residents hopeful for renter’s checklist legislation

Archie Wagner, News Reporter March 28, 2023

Members of the University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government are hopeful after a bill to make renting in Iowa City easier passed through the Iowa House of Representatives this month. House...

Supervisor Rod Sullivan listens to speakers at  a Johnson County Board of Supervisors work session Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2023.

Johnson County set to launch new mental health court

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 27, 2023

A new mental health court is being established in Johnson County later this year with the aim of addressing individuals’ mental health needs that could lead to criminal behaviors. The new court will...

Photo illustration by Matt Sindt

Johnson County officials to address broadband gaps in rural areas of county

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 27, 2023

Broadband coverage in Johnson County may improve for residents living in rural communities with the county’s pending application for state funding. The county qualified to apply for state funding...

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors listen to speakers during a Board of Superviors meeting in the Johnson County Administration Building in Iowa City.

Johnson County General Assistance program provides over $970,000 in financial assistance

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 22, 2023

The General Assistance program from Johnson County has seen an increase of over 200 users  since its last program update on Nov. 30, 2022, with 797 households receiving assistance through the program...

Police tape is seen in front of Brother’s Bar and Grill after reports of shots fired near the Pedestrian Mall on in Iowa City, Iowa on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023. Officers were able to detain the shooter, no one is believed to have been injured.

Gun offenses, crimes remain steady in Iowa City, Johnson County over four-year period

Alejandro Rojas and Jack Moore March 21, 2023

Gun offenses and crimes have remained steady for the past four years in Johnson County despite an increase in the prosecutions of firearm possession. The Johnson County Attorney’s Office prosecuted...

Hua Wei Lee poses for a portrait under the University of Iowa’s International Programs sign in the Old Capitol Mall on March 3, 2023. Lee, a third-year international student originally from Taiwan, said he almost always feels safe when out in Iowa City.

UI international students share mixed thoughts on campus safety

Kate Perez, News Editor March 21, 2023

Ming Dong takes preventative measures to stay safe from potential gun violence in Johnson County. Dong said he has subconsciously adopted not going out after 10 p.m., avoiding people on the street,...