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

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Occupy Iowa City protesters bring diverse messages

MATT STARNS October 12, 2011

Across the country, one of the biggest criticisms lodged against the Occupy movement is the perceived lack of a coherent message. But in Iowa City, demonstrators say that's OK. "It's not our purpose...

UI officials request less money for Night Games

JORDYN REILAND October 12, 2011

University of Iowa officials say investing in late-night activities is worth the money. Though the UI has only allocated $300,000 toward providing "non-alcoholic alternatives" for students...

Janelle Monae to perform at IMU

JORDAN MONTGOMERY October 12, 2011

Janelle Monáe is a genre-fusing performer whose music features accents of soul, funk, and R&B. And her talent is not unrecognized. At 25, the singer has earned three Grammy nominations, including...

Iowa City filmmakers have plans for a downtown cinema

DORA GROTE October 12, 2011

Iowa City may soon have an independent film theater. According to emails obtained by The Daily Iowan, local filmmakers have been in contact with Tom Rocklin, the University of Iowa vice president for...

Study: Rural women lack access to help with domestic abuse

CHASTITY DILLARD October 12, 2011

Domestic violence in rural areas are harder to control because of the distance from local help centers, experts say. And Johnson County officials aim to improve outreach to better help these victims. "I...

State officials will visit Iowa City on Oct. 16

DI STAFF October 12, 2011

The Iowa City School Board discussed the recently released blueprint for transforming Iowa's education system, Branstad-Reynold's "One Unshakable Vision: World-Class Schools for Iowa." The blueprint...

School Board officials change meeting days

DI STAFF October 12, 2011

The Iowa City School Board passed a motion to change the meeting days at its regular meeting Tuesday. The meetings will be held on the first and third Tuesday of the month. Superintendent Steve Murley...

Two charged after police find marijuana during traffic stop

DI STAFF October 12, 2011

North Liberty police arrested two Colorado residents after allegedly finding marijuana in their vehicle during a traffic stop. A man and woman from Centennial, Colo., were charged Aug. 4 with possession...

Police: Man brandished knife after asking for cigarette

DI STAFF October 12, 2011

An Iowa City man was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon after he allegedly brandished a knife while asking to bum a cigarette. Michael Elder, 37, was arrested by Iowa City police after a subject...

In contrast to Des Moines arrests, Occupy Iowa City carries on peacefully

KRISTEN EAST AND DORA GROTE October 11, 2011

The difference between Occupy Iowa City and Occupy Des Moines is stark. In Des Moines, about 30 demonstrators were arrested Sunday night and more than a few have alleged police brutality. Here, though,...

College radio fights for recognition, funding

ERIC MOORE October 11, 2011

College radio has seen funds decline, and college radio stations across the nation are spreading awareness to try to change that. More than 320 college radio stations, including KRUI, will encourage...

Saudi Arabian UI students: women’s rights a step forward

CHASTITY DILLARD October 11, 2011

Sitting alone in the Old Capitol Town Center, Huda Alaithan enjoys an independence she says she wouldn't have in her home country, Saudi Arabia. There, she said, men must escort women many places. "It's...

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