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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

What you need to know about voting on Election Day

What you need to know about voting on Election Day

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter November 6, 2018

Whether people work a full day’s shift or have classes, there are many opportunities for people to cast their ballots. Students who are not registered may show up to their polling locations today with...

Iowa City encourages pumpkin composting this Halloween

Iowa City encourages pumpkin composting this Halloween

Kate Pixley, News Reporter November 1, 2018

The Halloween season has come to an end, and so have the lifespans of many Iowa City pumpkins. The Iowa City Department of Resource Management encourages residents to compost their spooky squashes this...

UI students encourage politicians to get active on social media

UI students encourage politicians to get active on social media

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter October 31, 2018

With the upcoming midterm elections, many students are turning to social media to learn about candidates and the issues on their campaign platforms. Politicians such as President Donald Trump, Sen. Kamala...

Republican Patrick Wronkiewicz (left) is a UI student running against Democratic incumbent Joe Bolkcom (right) for Iowa's 37th state Senate district.

UISG holds forum for state Senate hopefuls

Jordan Prochnow, News Reporter October 24, 2018

On Wednesday, the University of Iowa Student Government held a forum with Sen. Joe Bolkcom, D-Iowa City, and Republican hopeful Patrick Wronkiewicz. The candidates discussed a variety of issues, from tax...

In this composite photo, businesses line Clinton St. in Iowa City on a summer evening. Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017.

Johnson County Board of Supervisors reflect on past year’s goals in annual report

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter October 14, 2018

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors released the annual State of the County report in a meeting on Oct. 11, which focused on the supervisors’ goals over the past year. The report covers information...

Construction on the Coralville Arena is shown underway on Monday, October 1, 2018.

Iowa Arena in Coralville gets $4.8 million in tax credit funding

Christopher Borro, News Reporter October 4, 2018

The Coralville City Council has put the finishing touches on a tax credit that will net almost $5 million in funding to be used in the construction of the Iowa Arena. The council decided on a unanimous...

The City Park carousel is seen on Monday, October 1, 2018. Iowa City is auctioning off various amusement park rides from the park. (Thomas A. Stewart/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa City auctions off City Park amusement rides

Paul Elwell, News Reporter October 3, 2018

The city of Iowa City is auctioning off the historical amusement rides occupying City Park after more than 60 years of providing community members with a unique and memorable experience. Juli Seydell...

Then-City Council candidate Bruce Teague discusses issues in the Adler Journalism Building on Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018.

City Council candidate Bruce Teague focuses on transportation, affordable housing

Kate Pixley, News Reporter September 26, 2018

Bruce Teague, 42, is running for City Council because he wants to do something more for the people of Iowa City. “I’ve been in Iowa City for 25 years, and this would just be one more way of serving...

With Phase 1 approved by City Council, Iowa City eyes a new Public Works Facility

With Phase 1 approved by City Council, Iowa City eyes a new Public Works Facility

Charles Peckman, News Reporter September 26, 2018

With thousands of square feet dedicated to vehicle storage and space for numerous departments to consider, the Iowa City City Council has approved the Public Works Facility Phase 1 plan. But there is still...

Iowa City sustainability coordinator Brenda Nations addresses the City Council on Tuesday in City Hall. By a 6-0 vote, the council adopted the Climate Action Plan, which aims to significantly reduce greenhouse-gas emissions.

City Council enacts climate-action plan

Charles Peckman, News Reporter September 18, 2018
By a 6-0 vote, the Iowa City City Council OK’d the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan on Tuesday.
Attendees participate in a group activity during an Iowa City Human Rights Commission event in the Iowa City Public Library on Thursday, October 13, 2016. The event was broken up into two sections, the first focusing on how to engage individuals, and the second on survey result findings from the Iowa City school district.

Human Rights commission addresses affordable housing, education equity

Katie Ann McCarver, News Reporter September 18, 2018

The Iowa City Human Rights Commission met Tuesday evening to discuss various issues and upcoming events, most notably recent housing complaints made by people about the city and education equity in the...

City Council candidate Bruce Teague stands by his election sign at Billy's High Hat Diner on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. Teague received the second highest number of votes overall.

Low numbers in primary special election brings opportunity to push for change

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter September 12, 2018

When five Iowa City City Council candidates ran for the vacant seat left by former Councilor Kingsley Botchway, more than 4,000 residents cast votes. Anne Freerks and Bruce Teague snared the top two...