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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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Iowa City to update website, include student resource section

Jack Moore, News Reporter February 27, 2023

The official City of Iowa City website is set to have a new look in next month. Iowa City is updating its government website to improve accessibility and add a new section of student-related resources. The...

The Johnson County Administration building in Iowa City is seen on Jan. 30, 2023.

County exploring program to reduce gun violence with ARPA funds

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter February 27, 2023

Johnson County could be following Cedar Rapids’ lead by creating a new violence prevention program in the county, with the goal to curb violence locally. Johnson County Board of Supervisors will...

Pro-life marchers stand on the sidewalk facing pro-choice attendees during a protest and counter protest between pro-life and pro-choice individuals outside Emma Goldman Clinic for reproductive health care in Iowa City on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022. Around 70 pro-life marchers attended.

UI, Iowa City groups respond to proposed state abortion legislation

Natalie Miller, News Reporter February 26, 2023

Pro and anti-abortion rights groups in Iowa City expressed mixed feelings  after Iowa lawmakers introduced a bill in early February that would make it a felony to manufacture, distribute, prescribe,...

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Distance education continues upward trend among regent institutions

Archie Wagner, News Reporter February 26, 2023

Distance education courses at the University of Iowa continue to trend upward, consistent with data from the last five years at Iowa’s public institutions, according to the fall 2022 Distance Education...

Hannah Hudson plays with trains with children at Lionheart Early Learning on Wednesday Feb. 22, 2023. Hudson is a childcare provider who could be impacted by the Johnson County Wage Enhancement program, which will be implemented in April.

Child care centers hopeful, yet cautious of Johnson County Wage Enhancement Program

Sydney Libert, News Reporter February 26, 2023

Over 100 child care workers in Johnson County are being offered a slight raise in a new program to address low retention. After the program’s development, some child care workers are feeling left...

Beer taps are seen at Coa Cantina on its grand opening night on Feb. 24, 2023.

Iowa City bar Coa Cantina offers fresh food, tequila

Madeleine Willis, News Reporter February 26, 2023

Coa Cantina, Iowa City’s newest Mexican restaurant and tequila bar, held its grand opening this weekend, bringing a new homemade food and dancing spot to the area. The new addition to Clinton...

After years of uncertainty, Forest View residents relocate

After years of uncertainty, Forest View residents relocate

Ryan Hansen, Managing Digital Editor February 26, 2023

Once a flourishing, tight-knit community home to nearly 100 families, Forest View Mobile Home Park in Iowa City has been reduced to rubble. The park where low-income individuals and immigrants from...

Gunshot fired early Sunday in alley on South Clinton Street

Gunshot fired early Sunday in alley on South Clinton Street

Sabine Martin, Managing Editor February 26, 2023

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Iowa City law enforcement confirmed that a gunshot was fired in the alley of 118 S. Clinton St. early Sunday morning. A Hawk Alert was sent...

The Iowa Memorial Union is seen on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022.

Professors discuss Russia-Ukraine war after year of conflict in UI panel

Jack Moore, News Reporter February 25, 2023

A group of professors from universities around the Midwest discussed at the University of Iowa Friday the implications of the first year of the Russia-Ukraine war. In the Iowa Memorial Union, five...

The Coralville food pantry is seen on Sunday, Nov. 7. 2021.

Think Iowa City’s Foodie February Event will include new “Fillanthropy” food drive

Virginia Russell, News Reporter February 23, 2023

Think Iowa City’s annual Foodie February event debuted a new initiative to help combat food scarcity in Johnson County. The Foodie “Fillanthropy” event is a month-long food drive alongside Foodie...

The interior of a Johnson County-owned property, 520 Capitol Street, which was intended for low-income housing but will be demolished in coming weeks, is seen on Thursday Feb. 23, 2023. The Iowa City Friends of Historic Preservation will remove salvageable parts before the house is demolished.

Johnson County set to demolish county-owned houses located in Iowa City

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter February 23, 2023

After three county-owned homes on Prentiss Street in Iowa City are emptied this spring, the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office will temporarily use the structures to conduct basic training exercises. The...

Customers look through the clothes on display at Vice in Iowa City on Feb. 22, 2023.

Vice Iowa City celebrates five-year anniversary of opening up by giving back to customers

Cooper Worth, News Editor February 23, 2023

In previous years, the owners of Vice Iowa City would celebrate the anniversary of its opening with a cake. To commemorate the vintage consignment shop’s fifth birthday, owners Tony Casella, Demetrius...