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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

UI Main Library tries to minimize construction distraction ahead of finals

TIERRA SIMPSON December 4, 2012

With jackhammers chiseling into slabs of broken up concrete at the UI Main Library, the noise makes it difficult at times for Rachel Price to concentrate. And as finals week looms, library officials are...

Branstad backs ‘strengthening’ anti-bullying laws

BRENT GRIFFITHS December 4, 2012

Gov. Terry Branstad on Monday said he supports tougher anti-bullying laws, and state proponents differ in their opinions of what actions the government should actually take. “[Measures] can be...

Sophomore Walsh representing UI at State Board of Regents

QUENTIN MISIAG December 4, 2012

Hannah Walsh is no stranger to Iowa politics. Gov. Terry Branstad announced Walsh’s appointment to the state Board of Regents on Nov. 30, effective that day. Walsh will fill the student regent position...

Former Johnson County sheriff passes away

DI STAFF December 4, 2012

Former Johnson County Sheriff Robert Carpenter passed away Sunday. Sheriff Lonny Pulkrabek said in a statement the members of the Sheriff’s Office will mourn the loss. “Former Sheriff Robert...

Woman who gave alcohol to 22-month-old child requests bond review

DI STAFF December 4, 2012

A woman who pleaded guilty to charges in connection with giving alcohol to a 22-month-old child has requested a bond review. Natasha Kriener was accused of felony neglect and felony child endangerment...

Trial set for IC landlord accused of peeping

DI STAFF December 4, 2012

The trial has been set for an Iowa City landlord who allegedly spied on female residents, according to court documents. Elwyn Miller, 63, was charged with 11 counts of invasion of privacy in connection...

Students to protest closure of UI Center for Human Rights

STACEY MURRAY December 3, 2012

The University of Iowa Students for Human Rights will gather on the Pentacrest Wednesday to protest the closing of the UI Center for Human Rights. The demonstration sparked a disagreement between supporters...

Iowa legislators not ready to decide on money for tuition freeze

Iowa legislators are nowhere near ready to accept the state universities’ suggestion that, in exchange for freezing tuition for in-state undergraduates, government take over part of their programs...

UI, other schools look for clarification on international students’ documentation

STACEY MURRAY December 3, 2012

The U.S. government is making it much simpler for colleges and universities to understand why international students attend their institutions. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is simplifying...

Tool Box celebrates one-year anniversary

BRIANNA JETT December 3, 2012

From retail to education, local business owner Julia Schaefer hopes to continue expanding her business and educating the public. Schaefer owns the Toolbox, 128 1/2 E. Washington St., a sex-positive shop,...

Peeping landlord pleads not guilty to 11 invasion of privacy charges

DI STAFF December 3, 2012

An Iowa City landlord who allegedly spied on female residents has pleaded not guilty, according to online court documents. Elwyn Miller, 63, was charged with 11 counts of invasion of privacy in connection...