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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

Iowa City man allegedly sexually abused two girls

DI STAFF January 25, 2012

An Iowa City man is being charged with sexually abusing two underage girls. According to Iowa City police, Brice Widstrom, 20, 628 N. Linn St., allegedly provided a 15-year-old-girl with vodka on Oct....

Public hearings approved for two leases at East Side Recycling Center

DI STAFF January 25, 2012

The Iowa City City Council approved two future public hearings regarding the East Side Recycling Center. Officials at the Recycling Center, 2401 Scott Blvd., intend to enter into leases with the Iowa...

Warm weather at fault for increase in burglaries

DORA GROTE January 24, 2012

Alyssa Makropoulos returned to her apartment after winter break to discover that several hundred dollars of electronics had been stolen. One of her windows had a sliced screen. "We were really...

UI senior to run for Iowa House of Representatives

BETH BRATSOS January 24, 2012

Jake Highfill could become the youngest member of the Iowa Legislature. The 21-year-old University of Iowa student said he honed his interest in politics during a high-school government class, and...

New bill to target underage drinking

ANNA THEODOSIS January 24, 2012

A bill in the Iowa Legislature could help local law enforcement crack down on house parties. While it's already illegal to supply alcohol to minors, a Republican-sponsored proposal would allow officers...

Experts say couples are waiting longer to marry

CHASTITY DILLARD January 24, 2012

Alyssa Love often gets weird looks when talking about her married life. Today — four months after her wedding — the University of Iowa freshman remembers being very excited about sharing the altar...

Study Abroad Office launches new "alternative spring break" program

RANA MOUSTAFA January 24, 2012

Some University of Iowa students will delve into the Costa Rican forests during a time other college students choose to party or relax. The UI Office of Study Abroad will allow students to spend this...

Journalism school sees spike in grad applications

AUDREY DWYER January 24, 2012

  Leaders in the University of Iowa School of Journalism and Mass Communication said rebranding efforts are drawing in more students for the graduate programs, despite the recent loss of accreditation...

Illinois man charged with interfering with police

DI STAFF January 24, 2012

Police charged an Illinois man after he allegedly ran from officers. Chris Noreikis, 19 was charged Jan. 21 with with possession of a fake ID and interfering with official acts. According to a report,...

Candle led to fire on Ash St.

DI STAFF January 24, 2012

Iowa City Fire Department investigators have determined that an unattended candle had caused the Jan. 21 fire at 1132 Ash Street. The fire began when the candle flame ignited nearby combustibles inside...

West Branch man charged with burglary and assault

DI STAFF January 24, 2012

A West Branch man has been charged with burglary and assault. According to North Liberty police, Larry Slocum, 41, West arrived at his girlfriend's home on Jan. 20, where the two reportedly started arguing....

Iowa City union may see wage increases despite potential cuts

AUDREY DWYER January 23, 2012

Some Iowa City workers could get a raise this year, and others might lose their jobs. The Iowa City City Council is expected to vote Tuesday on a measure that would raise wages for the city's union...

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