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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

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Women in Gaming – The triumphs and struggles women face in the world of gaming

Bri Brown, Designer June 26, 2023

When thinking of a typical video gamer, one might imagine a middle school boy playing Fortnite with his mom’s permission. One might also think of a middle-aged, greasy man with unkempt facial hair...

William Pretorius plays in the sand during the 6th annual Downtown Iowa City Block Party on Saturday, June 24, 2023.

Photos: 2023 Iowa City Downtown Block Party

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor June 25, 2023

The 6th annual Downtown Block Party occurred in Iowa City on Saturday from 4:00 to 11:00 p.m. The event included a variety of free music, food, and entertainment. Several roads were closed for the party...

Mayflower Residence Hall is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, June 21, 2023.

UI’s Mayflower Residence Hall receives listing price on realtor website

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 21, 2023

Mayflower Residence Hall, the University of Iowa’s dorm that was put up for sale, has received a realtor listing. A listing for the dorm can be found on Realtor.com, which currently lists the...

Floodwaters engulf Lower City Park on Tuesday, June 10, 2008. (File photo/The Daily Iowan)

15 years since devastation — recovery, reconstruction, and advancements since the 2008 Iowa floods

Parker Jones and Alejandro Rojas June 20, 2023

The 2008 flood was a devastating event to Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus. Over 20 campus buildings were damaged, with several needing complete demolishment, and others needing millions...

A University of Iowa healthcare member walks the parade route during the 2023 Pride Parade & Festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 17, 2023.

Photos: Iowa City Celebrates 52nd Pride Festival

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor June 17, 2023

The 52nd annual Iowa City Pride Parade & Festival occurred downtown on Saturday. The event was full of local vendors with pride merchandise, food, and more. After the parade, Iowa City residents...

Local hip-hop artist TheZeffster performs during a fashion show at the 2023 Juneteenth Celebration in downtown Iowa City on Friday, June 16.

Photos: Iowa City Celebrates Juneteenth

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor June 17, 2023

The 2023 Juneteenth Celebration occurred in downtown Iowa City on Friday. The celebration began at 4:00 p.m. with a Johnson County resource fair. Free food and a fashion show were provided, followed by...

An Iowa City Police car is seen near the Iowa City Police Department in Iowa City Monday, Nov. 1, 2021.

Iowa City Police make arrest after May 6 stabbing on South Gilbert Street

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 15, 2023

The Iowa City Police Department has arrested a man in connection to a stabbing that occurred on May 6 on South Gilbert Street. In a press release on Thursday, the police announced that Iowa City...

State Board of Regents Greta Rouse, JC Risewick, and Robert Cramer prepare during a three minute intermission at a Board of Regents meeting in Iowa City on Wednesday, June 14, 2023.

State Board of Regents raises tuition rates, mandatory fees for students

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 14, 2023

The state Board of Regents announced Wednesday that tuition at Iowa’s three state universities would be increased by 3.5 percent. The increase affects the next academic year, with classes beginning...

United Action for Youth, or UAY, walks during the Iowa City Pride Parade in Iowa City on Saturday, June 18, 2022. Over 900 people walked in the parade.

Iowa City Pride 2023 aims to foster community strength

Parker Jones, Summer Editor June 13, 2023

As one of the oldest pride festivals in the country, Iowa City Pride aims to promote an environment of inclusivity, acceptance, and community strength that persists year-round. This year’s pride...

The Automated Driving Systems for Rural America presented its two-and-a-half-year research project on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. The vehicle has light detection and ranging camera, computer vision systems, and RADARs to detect its surroundings. It also includes a safety driver at all times. Professor Daniel V. McGehee, Director of the Driving Safety Research Institute, explained that this would be the first time this kind of data will be looked at globally and used as a building block for the next generation.

UI Driving Safety Research Institute unveils autonomous vehicle designed for rural roads

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 13, 2023

On Tuesday morning, a dozen journalists gathered at the University of Iowa Driving Safety Research Institute, also known as the National Advanced Driving Simulator, facility.  The institute held...

The Iowa City City Council listens to community members during a meeting at City Hall on Tuesday, April 18, 2023.

Iowa City City Council approves resolution for fare-free transit pilot program

Archie Wagner, Summer News Editor June 6, 2023

The Iowa City City Council unanimously approved a resolution at its June 6 formal meeting that will initiate a two-year zero-fare pilot program on Iowa City transit routes.  The program is expected...

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

Iowa City City Council passes resolution for Child Care Wage Enhancement Program

Archie Wagner, Summer News Editor June 6, 2023

The Iowa City City Council unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday night that would increase staff wages at eligible child care centers up to $2.  The Child Care Wage Enhancement Program was...