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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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UI epidemiology professor elected to National Academy of Medicine discusses One Health, Election Process

Virginia Russell, News Reporter October 30, 2022

A University of Iowa professor is one of 100 members elected to the National Academy of Medicine. Christine Petersen is a professor of epidemiology and the director of the Center for Emerging Infectious...

Lauren Hagar, a Junior at the University of Iowa, poses for a portrait in the Adler Journalism Communications building on Oct. 27. Hager was diagnosed with ADHD last spring and explained it runs in her family. Hager has been rationing her two last pills and expressed her concerns because of the shortage. “It’s so difficult to find a pharmacy that still had adder all in stock,” she said.

Iowa City hit by nationwide Adderall shortage

Colin Votzmeyer, News Reporter October 30, 2022

University of Iowa third-year student Lauren Hagar was diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in July and was prescribed Adderall to manage her symptoms. She recently went to...

Aaron Greenwald, the new programming and engagement director of Hancher Auditorium, poses for a photo outside of Hancher on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022.

Hancher Auditorium hires programming and engagement director

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter October 30, 2022

As the new Hancher Auditorium programming and engagement director, Aaron Greenwald wants to broaden the auditorium’s reach in the University of Iowa and Iowa City communities. Greenwald, who has...

The H-bar is seen in Iowa City on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022.

City of Iowa City files petition to reduce H-Bar hours after fatal shooting

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter October 29, 2022

The City of Iowa City issued an abatement petition for H-Bar following a fatal shooting on Oct. 23. The petition centers around the H-Bar, which will request the bar be closed between 10 p.m. and...

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

Iowa City man sentenced to federal prison for 2021 shooting

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter October 29, 2022

An Iowa City man was sentenced to 72 months in prison in connection with a 2021 shooting, according to a press release from the Iowa City Police Department. Sean White Hood, 32, of Iowa City, had...

A University of Iowa police truck is seen in Iowa City on Monday, April 11, 2022.

Former UI employee sentenced to prison for child pornography possession

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter October 28, 2022

This is a developing story, check back with The Daily Iowan for updates. A former University of Iowa Field House employee has been sentenced to 97 months in federal prison for the possession of...

Kid captain Elyna Clements waits for autographs during Iowa football’s Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022.

Kid Captain Elyna Clements excited to root for Hawkeyes at Homecoming game

Rin Swann, News Reporter October 27, 2022

Elyna Clements has always been an active kid. The nine-year-old resident of Camanche, Iowa, enjoys gym class, reading on her tablet, and adding to her collection of squishmallows. Now in fourth...

A block party-goer grabs a plate of egg rolls at the Homecoming Multicultural Block Party on Tuesday, October 25, 2022.

UI’s annual Multicultural Block Party brings together cultural group

Kufre Ituk, News Reporter October 27, 2022

The University of Iowa held its annual Multicultural Block Party on Tuesday, an event aimed at bringing together the community’s different cultural groups. Hosted by the UI Homecoming Executive...

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Cardiac arrest survival rates increased after PulsePoint app creation

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter October 27, 2022

Nine months after its creation, the PulsePoint app has seen success in helping cardiac emergency situations in Johnson County. In February, the Johnson County Ambulance Service adopted PulsePoint...

The Board of Supervisors listen to speakers at the Johnson County Administration Building on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022.

Johnson County Board of Supervisors pass resolution opposing loosening gun restrictions

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter October 27, 2022

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors voted Thursday to publicly oppose a proposed amendment that loosen gun restrictions. The vote, coming during the board’s weekly formal meeting, was a resolution...

Contributed photo of Jocelyn Williams.

UI graduate student wins Iowa City Human Rights award

Kufre Ituk, News Reporter October 26, 2022

Jocelyn Williams, a graduate student at the University of Iowa’s School of Planning and Public Affairs, is the newest recipient of the Kenneth Cmiel Human Rights Award from the City of Iowa City...

A sign reading “Iowa City” is displayed during the “Downtown Block Party” in Iowa City on Saturday, June 25, 2022.

Iowa City Tourism Grant to provide funding to new and existing initiatives in Iowa City to spur more visitors

Virginia Russell, News Reporter October 26, 2022

A new grant aims to bring more visitors to Iowa City and support to businesses struggling following COVID-19. The Iowa City Tourism Grant Program will increase the number of tourists in Iowa City by...