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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

Man follows family member to find girlfriend

REBECCA MORIN May 14, 2013

A local man was accused of allegedly assaulting his girlfriend. Alfonso Reid Jr., 40, was charged Sunday with third or subsequent offense of domestic abuse assault. According to an Iowa City police...

Man accused of driving while intoxicated

REBECCA MORIN May 14, 2013

An Iowa man has been accused of striking a roadway barrier while driving under the influence of alcohol. Adam Hebl, 38, was charged Monday with third-offense OWI. According to an Iowa City police complaint,...

Reception honors Iowa City Fire Chief Andy Rocca in his retirement

HILLARY ROSENCRANTS May 14, 2013

Iowa City Fire Chief Andy Rocca celebrated his retirement Monday afternoon. Rocca rose through the ranks of the department during his nearly 35 years of service. He was appointed fire chief on Feb. 26,...

Johnson County parties discuss plans for 2014 election after Rand Paul visit

BRENT GRIFFITHS May 13, 2013

While the 2014 midterm elections are more than a year away, both of Johnson County parties’ weekend events offered a small preview of what local Republicans and Democrats hope will lead them to victory. Sen....

Cedar Falls retailer opening new downtown Iowa City location this week

QUENTIN MISIAG May 13, 2013

A Cedar Falls retailer carrying a handful of up-and-coming American-made designer lines is hoping to make its mark locally, with the opening of a new two-level downtown women’s boutique. Owner Stevie...

Downtown Iowa City building renovation program awards more than $1.3 million for improvements

QUENTIN MISIAG May 13, 2013

Tattered awnings, chipped façades and leaky windows are evidence that the nearly 280 businesses n downtown and the North Side Marketplace have witnessed a lot of wear and tear in the last few decades....

UI students launch charitable clothing line

REBECCA MORIN May 13, 2013

Four University of Iowa students came together to create a company that not only benefited themselves, but it also gave back to the community. Widespread Threads is a start-up online clothing company...

Local group speaks out against SEATS cuts

NICK HASSETT May 13, 2013

Johnson County residents against cuts to transit services have made their voices heard in council chambers across the county. But one local group sees the potential cuts as a symptom of a larger problem. The...

Woman was accused of forging a check

REBECCA MORIN May 13, 2013

A Cedar Rapids woman has been accused of forging a check for $346.89. Amanda Brown, 23, was charged March 26 with forgery and fourth-degree theft. According to an Iowa City police complaint, Iowa City...

Man accused of purchasing several items with forged checks

REBECCA MORIN May 13, 2013

A local man has been accused of using forged checks to purchase $460 worth of merchandise from Target. Undre McClure, 20, was charged April 1 with forgery and fourth-degree theft, Jan. 11 with first-degree...

Woman found with large amounts of multiple drugs

REBECCA MORIN May 13, 2013

A Cedar Rapids woman has been accused of possessing more than 100 grams of marijuana in her vehicle. Megan Costello, 23, was charged May 10 with five charges of controlled-substance violation, possession...

Marshall appeals to the Iowa Supreme Court on first-degree murder sentence

CASSIDY RILEY May 13, 2013

A man sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a former Iowa City landlord has appealed to the Iowa Supreme Court. Justin Marshall, 22, was sentenced on April 26 to life in prison for killing John...