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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

The Old Capitol dome is seen on Monday Feb. 20, 2023.

Regents president orders pause and review of Iowa’s public universities’ DEI programs

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor March 14, 2023

All diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at Iowa’s regent-controlled universities will be reviewed and new programs paused, the state Board of Regents announced Tuesday. State Board of Regents...

The H-bar is seen in Iowa City on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022.

Cedar Rapids man arrested in fatal H-Bar shooting last October

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 13, 2023

RELATED: ‘It should be a safe area:’ Iowa City community responds to fatal H-Bar shooting A Cedar Rapids man was arrested in connection to the fatal shooting at Iowa City’s H-Bar in October.  Cedar...

Trial of former UI student charged with attempted murder postponed

Trial of former UI student charged with attempted murder postponed

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 13, 2023

The trial of former University of Iowa student Ali Younes was pushed back for a second time to May 16 at the Johnson County Courthouse. The trial was previously rescheduled last November to begin...

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 budget discussions to continue after new state law passed in February

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 9, 2023

After a bill from the Iowa legislature was passed on Feb. 20 affecting property taxes, the Johnson County Board of Supervisors released a new budget timeline for the county at its work session meeting...

University of President Barbara Wilson speaks with members of The Daily Iowan in Jesup Hall on April 20, 2022.

UI President Barbara Wilson says Iowa Athletics will pay full $4.2 million in racial discrimination lawsuit

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor March 9, 2023

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson released a statement on Thursday regarding the use of taxpayer funds in a racial discrimination settlement with Iowa Athletics. “I appreciate the work...

The Board of Adjustment listens during the Chi Omega Sorority House hearing at City Hall on Wednesday, March 8, 2023.

UI Chi Omega chapter denied renovations to sorority house

Sydney Libert, News Reporter March 9, 2023

The University of Iowa’s Chi Omega sorority will not be installing new windows on the main level of its home.  The Iowa City Board of Adjustment unanimously voted to uphold the Historic Preservation...

Michael Barbaro, host of the New York Times’ podcast, The Daily, delivers a presentation in the Main Lounge at the Iowa Memorial Union in Iowa City, Iowa on Wednesday, March 8th.

New York Times ‘The Daily’ host Michael Barbaro talks media transparency in UI visit

Sabine Martin, Managing Editor March 8, 2023

The New York Times created “The Daily” podcast in a time of uncertainty when Americans were reportedly losing trust in the media.    Since its creation in 2017, “The Daily” podcast host...

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 passes Windham Village plan, despite resident protests

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 8, 2023

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to officially create Windham Village during its formal meeting Wednesday evening. The vote comes three months after Windham residents protested...

Student protestors cheer in support of speakers in front of the Old Capital, Mar. 1, 2023.

UI organizations react to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation

Natalie Miller, News Reporter March 8, 2023

University of Iowa organizations are concerned for the LGBTQ+ community with the rise of anti-LGTBQ+ legislation that is making its way through the 2023 legislative session. The Iowa House and...

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors listens to speakers at the Johnson County Administration Building Oct. 5, 2022.

New apprenticeship program from Johnson County aims to diversify workplace

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 8, 2023

Johnson County is aiming to diversify its workplace through a new apprenticeship program.  The new program that was announced earlier on Wednesday at the Johnson County Board of Supervisors’...

The Willow Creek Trail is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 8, 2023.

Willow Creek Trail to receive replacement with costs over $720,000

Jack Moore, News Reporter March 8, 2023

Approximately 0.9 miles of the two-mile-long Willow Creek Trail will be replaced this summer with an estimated price tag of just over $720,000. The project is just one of several park renovations...

A crowd gathers outside of Bo’James Food & Drink in search of Will Ferrell in downtown Iowa City on March 8, 2023.

Will Ferrell films documentary in Iowa City

Kate Perez and Cooper Worth March 8, 2023

Iowa City community members flocked downtown Wednesday afternoon after reports that comedian and actor Will Ferrell was in the area circulated.  Kristin Pedersen, Iowa City Community School District...