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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

Former U.S. President Donald Trump appears in court for an arraignment on charges stemming from his indictment by a Manhattan grand jury following a probe into hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, in New York City, U.S., April 4, 2023. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly/Pool Apr 4, 2023; New York, New York, USA; Former President Donald Trump appears in court for arraignment before Judge Juan Merchan following his surrender to New York authorities at the New York County Criminal Court. Trump appeared in court to answer charges from a grand jury investigation into payments made during the 2016 campaign to bury allegations of extramarital sexual encounters. (Andrew Kelly-Pool Photo via USA TODAY)

UI students react to Trump indictment

Jack Moore, News Reporter April 16, 2023

After former U.S. President Donald Trump was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, some students and faculty have mixed feelings on...

Iowa City High School is seen on Monday, April 25, 2022.

Iowa City High alum honors student through food, book pantry

Virginia Russell, News Reporter April 16, 2023

Just outside the music entrance of Iowa City High School sits a testament to friendship and advocacy in action. Emma’s Little Free Pantry and Little Free Library is just that. Created by...

Department of Psychiatry Chair and DEO Dr. Peggy Nopoulos poses for a photo in her office in the Pappajohn Pavilion on Thursday, December 12, 2019. Dr. Nopoulos is conducting research on the neurological disease Huntington’s.

University of Iowa researchers study the use of psychedelic drugs in medicine

Natalie Miller, News Reporter April 16, 2023

Researchers at the University of Iowa are reevaluating the use of psychedelic drugs as a treatment for alcohol use disorder in a pilot study. UI Department of Psychiatry Chair Peggy Nopoulos...

A barn stands by a cornfield near American Legion Road in Iowa City on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022.

UI joins college network supporting enrollment of rural students

Jack Moore, News Reporter April 13, 2023

Prospective college students from rural communities will be given access to campuses across the U.S., including the University of Iowa. The UI and 15 other colleges will be part of the STARS College...

The Iowa City City Council is seen during a meeting at City Hall on Tuesday, June 21, 2022.

IC family worried over potential rezoning

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter April 13, 2023

After coming to Iowa City in 1928, George Dane made a lasting impression on the community. Now, his family worries his posthumous wish to give back to the community he loved could be jeopardized with...

Wheelchair accessible garden plots are seen at Chadek Green Park in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 12, 2023.

Chadek Green Park in IC opens accessible garden plots

Archie Wagner, News Reporter April 13, 2023

Chadek Green Park in Iowa City installed six raised bed plots in the last two weeks to increase accessibility for people with disabilities. The raised beds, which were built this winter, will increase...

The new Pride Alliance Center is seen on Melrose Avenue in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 12, 2023.

UI Pride Alliance Center to open house on Melrose Avenue

Archie Wagner, News Reporter April 13, 2023

The University of Iowa Pride Alliance Center is expected to open at a new location this fall at 601 Melrose Avenue. The previous building — located on 125 Grand Ave. Court — built in 1922 was deemed...

The Iowa City Council is seen at a meeting at Iowa City City Hall on August 16, 2022.

Iowa City updating Comprehensive Plan with focus on diversity, affordable housing

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter April 12, 2023

The City of Iowa City is in the early stages of updating its Comprehensive Plan to align it better with the city council’s housing diversity and affordability goals. The Comprehensive Plan acts...

Board of Regents president Michael Richard and president pro tem Sherry Bates listen at the Iowa Board of Regents meeting hosted at the University of Northern Iowa on Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022.

UI to request to terminate two degrees

Kate Perez, News Editor April 12, 2023

The University of Iowa is requesting to terminate two bachelors of science degrees, citing less demand for the programs. The two programs being considered for termination are the bachelor of science...

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson speaks during a state Board of Regents meeting in the Alumni Center at Iowa State University on April 6, 2022.

UI to request approval for seven projects across campus

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter April 12, 2023

The University of Iowa will request approval from the state Board of Regents to move ahead with plans for seven capital improvement projects involving university buildings across campus. In its...

Board member Ruthina Malone speaks at a meeting of the Board of Directors at the Iowa City Community School District Administration Building in Iowa City Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021.

Iowa City Community School District looks for funds to keep after-school programs going

Jack Moore, News Reporter April 11, 2023

The Iowa City Community School District is looking into ways to fund after-school programs at multiple schools in the district after federal funding going toward them was cut. School board members...

Washing machine sits with an out of order on it in the Hillcrest dorms, April 8, 2023.

UI students unhappy, confused after university changes laundry payment method

Hannah Lipski, News Reporter April 11, 2023

Some University of Iowa students are upset after the university announced it would charge dorm residents for past laundry transactions after a financial malfunction with the payment service. University...