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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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The Iowa City Community Theatre is seen at the "Barn" at the Johnson County Fairgrounds on Oct. 23. The group will be losing their space at the end of the year.

Iowa City Community Theater loses performance space after 50 years

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter October 23, 2022

After more than 50 years of performing in the same location, the Iowa City Community Theatre will lose its performance space after its 68th season. The performance space, nicknamed “The Barn,” is...

The Iowa City Community School District sign in Iowa City is seen on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022.

RVAP provides Iowa City middle school students with comprehensive sexual education

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter October 23, 2022

Iowa City middle school students have started taking new classes on building healthy relationships and preventing sexual violence. The classes are taught by the Rape Victim Advocacy Program and are...

Senior Lauren Pearson opens Cambus doors for students at the University of Iowa in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022. Cambus, the UI’s transportation system, celebrates 50 years of operation this year. Pearson got hired at the beginning of August and said the job is very flexible with her schedule as on the rowing team. “It’s been really fun,” Pearson said. “It’s one of the better jobs on campus because it’s so flexible and you can pick up shifts whenever.”

Cambus to host alumni reunion during homecoming week

Kate Perez, News Editor October 23, 2022

As University of Iowa 2022 homecoming activities begin across campus, a specific group of alumni is returning to Iowa City: former Cambus employees. On Oct. 28, Cambus will host its Celebration...

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson speaks with The Daily Iowan reporters in Jessup Hall on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022.

Q&A with President Barbara Wilson

DI Staff October 23, 2022

The Daily Iowan sat down with University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson on Friday to talk about her first two years as president. During her first two years at the UI, Wilson said she has been...

A firefighter walks up a ladder during a fire on Woodlawn Ave. in downtown Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022.

Iowa City Fire Department responds to historic house fire

Sabine Martin, Managing Editor October 23, 2022

This is an ongoing report. Check back for updates.  The Iowa City Fire Department responded to a house fire on Sunday morning at 1011 Woodlawn Ave.  More than five Iowa City fire trucks responded...

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

One person killed after reports of shots fired near Van Buren and College Streets

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter October 23, 2022

There were reports of shots fired early Sunday morning near Van Buren and College Streets, according to a Hawk Alert sent out at 2:06 a.m. One person was shot and killed. Iowa City police reported...

The Burlington Street bridge is seen on Oct. 16, 2022. The bridge will be improved as part of a $300,000 grant given to Johnson County.

Iowa City receives planning grant for bridge improvements

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter October 20, 2022

A grant from the Federal Highway Administration will allow Iowa City to begin planning improvements to the Burlington Street Bridge. The $300,000 grant was announced in August as a part of the Bridge...

Kid Captain Gavin Miller poses for a photo.

Kid Captain Gavin Miller hopes Iowa football upsets No. 2 Ohio State

Madeleine Willis, News Reporter October 20, 2022

Gavin Miller, a 13-year-old from Ogden, Iowa, has undergone around a dozen surgeries. He was born two months premature with Eagle Barrett syndrome. Eagle Barrett Syndrome is a rare condition that caused...

James McCalley speaks during Panel 3 for the Hubbell Environmental Law Inititative at the University of Iowa College of Law in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022.

UI College of Law launches new environmental initiative after receiving $5 million donation

Sydney Libert, News Reporter October 19, 2022

The University of Iowa College of Law created an initiative for students to learn about environmental law through mentorship and public discussions on hot-button issues.  College of Law class of 1976...

Sophia Davis drives the test car in the testing area of the University of Iowa’s National Advanced Driving Simulator, in Coralville, Iowa, on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022.

UI launches program encouraging employees to explore campus

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter October 19, 2022

The University of Iowa launched a new pilot program, Discover Your University, to allow faculty and staff to explore campus that they don’t get to visit during a normal workday.  On the first visit...

Iowa City City Council buys properties for potential Amtrak Iowa City to Chicago route

Iowa City City Council buys properties for potential Amtrak Iowa City to Chicago route

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter October 19, 2022

Iowa City City Council approved a request to purchase three residential properties near the Iowa Interstate Railroad rail yard on Tuesday to provide space for a potential Amtrak rail route between...

Community member holds a sign in support of the preservation of City Park Pool at City Council on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022. The council heard concerns from community members over proposed reforms to the pool at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center.

Iowa City City Council requests additional planning for City Park Pool, facility renovations

Sydney Libert, News Reporter October 18, 2022

Immediate renovations to Iowa City facilities, such as City Park Pool, were paused on Tuesday to allow for more planning following an Iowa City City Council vote.  Council approved the 2022 Iowa...