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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Supervisors Mike Carberry, Kurt Friese, Janelle Rettig, and Lisa Green-Douglass listen to public comment during a Johnson County Board of Supervisors meeting on Monday, Oct. 9, 2017.

Rettig, Heiden win primary for Johnson County supervisors

Emily Wangen, Politics Reporter • June 5, 2018

Johnson County Board of Supervisors Chair Mike Carberry will not get a seat on the board after being defeated in the June 5 primary by Janelle Rettig and Pat Heiden. Rettig led the race, capturing 63...

A woman speaks during a protest on the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Saturday, May 5. The protest was held in response to Gov. Kim Reynolds's signing of a new bill that will ban abortions after a heartbeat is detected in the early stages of pregnancy. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Supporters and opponents discuss opinions on new ‘heartbeat bill’ during a protest

Christopher Borro, [email protected] • May 6, 2018

A new law signed by Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds drew a crowd of protesters to the Pentacrest on a sunny Saturday afternoon. Reynolds signed Senate File 359 on Friday. The bill bans abortions after...

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FDA request documents from JUUL Labs Inc.

Paul Elwell, [email protected] • May 3, 2018
JUUL launches a campaign alongside Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller to combat illegal use.
Solar panels are seen outside of the Johnson County Administration Building on April 23, 2018. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Solar program saves money for residents

Brooklyn Draisey, [email protected] • April 23, 2018
Johnson County will partner with six cities to help educate residents on solar power and give them the opportunity to save some money on solar installation.
Council members listen to a representative of the zoning commission during a city council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2017. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

City Council mulls historic building designations

Maria Kuiper, [email protected] • April 18, 2018
At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, councilors and community members locked horns about the historical designation of numerous buildings.
Cedar Rapids Mayor Ron Corbett poses for a portrait on Tuesday, July 11, 2017. Corbett calls himself an underdog in the 2018 Iowa Republican primary for governor. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Ron Corbett denied appeal to be on state ballot

April 5, 2018
Iowa GOP gubernatorial candidate was denied his appeal to be on the state ballot after his petition falling short of signatures.
A Casey's employee washes dishes in the kitchen during a night shift in Iowa City on Monday. Casey's General Stores, a popular gas station chain, is well known for their pizza. (The Daily Iowan/Brooklynn Kascel)

Board of Supervisors approves $10.27 minimum wage

March 29, 2018

Starting on July 1, the recommended minimum wage in Johnson County will be $10.27 an hour. According to a press release from the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, the 17 cent increase was surmised...

A young attendee talks about his fear of school shootings during the Iowa City school board meeting at the Professional Development Center on March 27, 2018. Members of the school board discussed the possibility of creating a safety task force. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa City School Board to form task force for school safety

Paul Elwell, [email protected] • March 27, 2018
On Tuesday, the School Board started to form a task force aimed at increasing the safety of students and faculty in local schools.
The corner of Dubuque and Burlington streets at night on Friday, Oct. 6, 2017. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Johnson County pulls up short in physical environment compared to other Iowa counties

Brooklyn Draisey, [email protected] • March 21, 2018
Johnson County has been ranked 83rd of 99 in the state for its physical environment, which includes air pollution, housing problems, and long and lonely commutes to work.
Iowa City City Hall is seen on Tuesday, April 18, 2017.

Urban-renewal plan to allocate $2 million to affordable housing

March 21, 2018
On Tuesday night the City Council established an urban renewal plan that will fund affordable housing.
Members of Iowa City CIty Council hold a meeting on Tuesday, March 6, 2018.

2019 Fiscal Year expected to enhance community

Maria Kuiper, [email protected] • March 7, 2018
The proposed budget plan for the 2019 fiscal year presented to City Council on Tuesday promises an “inclusive, just, and sustainable Iowa City”.
Johnson County Aging Specialist Jeff Kellbach poses for a portrait on the Pentacrest on Tuesday Feb.27,2018. (Ashol Aguek/ The Daily Iowan)

Johnson County aging specialist emerges

Julia DiGiacomo, [email protected] • February 28, 2018
Johnson County recently created the new position of Aging Specialist in order to serve as a resource for both older adults and caregivers.
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