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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Michael Feldbauer, president of the Flagler County Drug Court Foundation, holds a Narcan nasal spray and the demonstration device, Saturday February 4, 2023 during a training session at Iglesia Pentecostal Ebenezer de Bunnell Church. Narcan reverses drug overdoses caused by opioids. Dtb Flagler Narcan 9

FDA approves opioid treatment Narcan for over-the-counter

Archie Wagner, News Reporter April 9, 2023

The access to use and training to administer the opioid-overdose antidote naloxone, also known by brand name Narcan, is expanding for Johnson County residents, law enforcement, and emergency responders. The...

A student takes notes during Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, visit to the University of Iowa at the Iowa Memorial Union on Wednesday, April 13, 2022. Iowa Young Americans for Freedom organized the event.

UI student organizations call for suspension of Iowa Young Americans for Freedom

Emily Delgado, Politics Reporter April 8, 2023

After flyers were posted in downtown Iowa City showing a conversation between UI College Republicans Chair and Iowa Young Americans for Freedom by an unknown person, five student organizations began...

University of Iowa Center for Advancement Vice President David Dierks speaks during a Willard “Sandy” Boyd memorial service at Hancher Auditorium on Friday, April 7, 2023. Boyd died on Dec. 13, 2022, at age 95. He was a University of Iowa president for 13 years and served the university for more than 65 years. Dierks shared a story when student protestors in the ‘70s attempted to kidnap Boyd from his office and Boyd invited the students in for coffee.

Hundreds gather to honor former UI President Willard ‘Sandy’ Boyd

Sabine Martin, Managing Editor April 7, 2023

Willard “Sandy” Boyd walked through the center of a crowd of Vietnam War protesters in May 1970 on the Pentacrest to address the University of Iowa student body. Despite a warning from campus...

University of Iowa College of Law N. William Hines Dean and Professor of Law Kevin Washburn speaks during a Willard “Sandy” Boyd memorial service at Hancher Auditorium on Friday, April 7, 2023. Boyd died on Dec. 13, 2022, at age 95. He was a University of Iowa president for 13 years and served the university for more than 65 years. Washburn told a story about how Boyd used to go to university football games with a book under his arm to read during the game.

Photos: Willard “Sandy” Boyd memorial service

Ayrton Breckenridge, Films Editor April 7, 2023

Over 500 people attended a Willard “Sandy” Boyd memorial service at Hancher Auditorium on Friday, April 7, 2023. Boyd died on Dec. 13, 2022, at age 95. He was a University of Iowa president for...

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 5, 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 5, 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...