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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

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

Iowa City Community School District receives third threatening message

Hannah Lipski, News Reporter April 7, 2023

The Iowa City Community School District faced yet another threat to its safety, as the school was made aware of a potentially threatening message circulating on social media aimed at Iowa City City...

A truck sits on its side 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 working to assist residents after tornadoes in March

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter April 6, 2023

After several tornadoes swept through Iowa on March 31, Johnson County has been quick to mobilize and respond to the damage. The storms caused heavy damage in parts of Solon, Hills, and Coralville and...

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson spoke with The Daily Iowan reporters in Jesup Hall on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022.

UI announces ‘Metaversity’ virtual reality campus

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor April 6, 2023

The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business opened its virtual twin to the UI’s campus in the metaverse on Thursday. The virtual copy of the UI’s campus will be used for research on virtual...

Bluebird Diner is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.

Energy efficiency grants work toward city goals to lower emissions

Sydney Libert, News Reporter April 5, 2023

City’s Climate Action and Outreach division is funding more projects allowing community members to make sustainable renovations to their homes and workplaces at lower costs since launching its Energy...

Shelter House executive director Crissy Cannganelli speaks at an Iowa City City Council meeting at City Hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022. Cangaenlli has served for the past 18 years at the Shelter House and attended the meeting as the City Council approved a collaborative plan with Shelter House helping to fund full-time civilian positions for homeless street outreach.

IC approves fiscal 2024 budget

Isabelle Foland and Jack Moore April 5, 2023

Iowa City City Council approved its fiscal 2024 budget during Tuesday night's meeting, which the county auditor will certify on April 30.The  budget passed with a vote of 6-1, with Councilor Laura...

Iowa City Council holds a meeting in Iowa City on Tuesday, March 7, 2023.

ICPD budget amendment fails in Iowa City City Council

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter April 4, 2023

Following tense public and council discussion, Iowa City City Councilor Laura Bergus’ proposed amendment to the city’s police department budget did not pass at the city council meeting Tuesday...

Iowa City City Manager Geoff Fruin speaks at a City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 5, 2022.

Iowa City could opt into $2.95 million national opioid settlement

Kate Perez, News Editor April 4, 2023

The City of Iowa City city manager will decide by April 18 whether or not to opt into a multi-billion national settlement that would give Iowa City up to $2.95 million, Johnson County staff told the...

Floodwaters engulf Lower City Park on Tuesday, June 10, 2008.

Iowa City continues flood mitigation nearly two decades after the last major flood

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter April 4, 2023

Nearly 15 years after the 2008 flood, the City of Iowa City has made significant progress in flood mitigation efforts. The city has changed city codes, made infrastructural improvements, and...

Laysan Island Cyclorama is seen at Macbride Hall on March 23, 2023. As a collection of the University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, the cyclorama replicates the avian population and scenery of the Hawaiian island, Laysan before the 1910s.

UI’s Laysan Island Cyclorama is in need of repairs after 100 years of operation

Hannah Lipski, News Reporter April 4, 2023

Officials from the University of Iowa’s Museum of Natural History are trying to raise $1 million to pay for the restoration of an exhibit in the Hall of Birds after over 100 years of operation. The...

People gather to order and eat food during the grand opening of Royceann’s Soul Food Restaurant in the South District Market in Iowa City on Saturday, March 25, 2023.

New South District Market now open in Pepperwood Plaza

Hannah Lipski, News Reporter April 4, 2023

New year-round business options are coming to Iowa City’s South Side. The South District Market opened its doors March 28, celebrating the opening of a new retail space in Pepperwood Plaza. Located...

The Old Capitol Building is seen on March 31, 2023. Storms rolled through the area and a tornado caused damage in parts of Coralville.

Project PEARLS receives $500,000 grant

Natalie Miller, News Reporter April 4, 2023

The U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration awarded three University of Iowa professors a $500,000 grant to create mental health training for K-12 students and staff in Iowa...

The Old Capitol Building is seen on March 31, 2023. Storms rolled through the area and a tornado caused damage in parts of Coralville.

UI College of Engineering lab in Coralville destroyed by tornado

Kate Perez, News Reporter April 4, 2023

A University of Iowa research lab in Coralville used by the College of Engineering was destroyed by the March 31 storm that caused damage across the city, the university announced Tuesday.  In...