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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

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Groundbreaking eCPR program saves Muscatine man after 45-minute heart failure

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 29, 2024

After suffering cardiac arrest in March, Ken Platt’s heart stopped for 45 minutes — a span that typically marks the end of life. But thanks to a groundbreaking eCPR program, the 65-year-old got...

Hills Elementry School is seen in Iowa City on Oct. 28. Law enforcement in Johnson County has been using the building for
school safety drills and training.

Securing Schools | Law enforcement, schools adapt protocols amid increased threats

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor October 29, 2024

This is the first installment in a multi-part series about school safety in Iowa. As Stephan Bayens, commissioner of the Iowa Department of Public Safety, recounted the details of the Perry school...

Contributed by Scott Storck, president of Iowa Veterans Outdoor Experience.

Veteran nonprofit to auction Caitlin Clark, Lisa Bluder signed basketball

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor October 29, 2024

In the dappled sunlight of Solon’s forests, Navy veteran Paul Austin sat in stillness, waiting for the perfect moment. Paralyzed seven years ago after a service injury contributed to a fall that...

The Black Angel is seen in Oakland Cemetary in Iowa City on Oct. 1. The angel has been at the cemetary since 1913.

A century of lore and dark romance surrounds Iowa City’s Black Angel monument

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 29, 2024

One hundred years ago, Teresa Dolezal Feldevert died, her ashes laid to rest beneath a statue that has since become an icon of dark romance and superstition in Iowa City. The Black Angel of Oakland...

Andrew Dunn speaks about discrimination against district 8 tenants during the Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Sep. 5, 2023.

IC City Councilor announces resignation at start of 2025

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter October 29, 2024

Andrew Dunn, the Iowa City City Councilor who represents District C, announced he will be resigning from his seat on Jan. 1, 2025. According to a release from Dunn, he decided to resign because...

The College of Education Lindquist Center is seen in Iowa City on Oct. 27, 2024. The Lindquist Center is located at 240 South Madison Street in Iowa City.

UI College of Education sends teachers to rural schools

Miranda Davis, News Reporter October 28, 2024

Thirty-seven counties in Iowa are considered completely rural, which is more than one-third of the state's 99 counties, according to an Iowa State University report. In these areas, just like anywhere...

Police lights are seen flashing after a traffic stop in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.

Iowa City Police seek public’s help after stabbing at The Haven

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 28, 2024

Iowa City Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred around 1:30 a.m Sunday and are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the assailant.  According to a Monday press release,...

Police lights are seen flashing after a traffic stop in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.

Mother and teen taken into custody after alleged stabbing at Dubuque St. Casey’s

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 28, 2024

A 16-year-old girl and her mother were taken into custody Saturday afternoon after the teenager allegedly stabbed a Casey’s General Store employee while her mother was present. The incident occurred...

Heavy duty machinery is operated on landfill piles at the Iowa City Landfill and Recycling Center on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023. The Iowa City Police Department and Iowa City Landfill recently teamed up to help Johnson County residents dispose of unwanted medications and needles safely.

Iowa City addresses prescription misuse with drug take-back event

Shaely Odean, News Reporter October 27, 2024

Opioids, central nervous system depressants, and stimulants are the top three most misused classes of prescription drugs nationally, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. In light of this,...

A simulation is seen during the Motion-Iowa Simulation at the College of Nursing tailgate in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 25.

Mobile training program visits UI College of Nursing

Brianna Brands, News Reporter October 27, 2024

It is no secret that thousands, if not millions, of programs worldwide moved online during the coronavirus pandemic, causing issues for health care workers, in particular. These are issues the minds...

Police lights are seen flashing after a traffic stop in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.

Iowa City Police searching for missing teenager

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 27, 2024

The Iowa City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in finding a missing 14-year-old. Damiyah Thompson was last seen Saturday around 3:30 pm, leaving a residence on the 600 block...

Vice Chairperson Jon Green speaks during a Johnson County Board of Supervisors meeting at the Johnson County Public Health building on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024. The Johnson County Board of Supervisors meets every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m.

Portion of Lulu Merle Johnson exhibit passes JoCo board consideration

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter October 24, 2024

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors passed a $118,250 agreement for an exhibit that will include a bronze statue commemorating Lulu Merle Johnson, the county's eponym. The supervisors approved an...