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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 alcohol charges spike in first weekend

BRITTANY TILL August 22, 2011

This graph shows the increase in PAULA, unlawful use of an authentic driver’s license/ID, possession of an open alcohol container, presence in a bar after hours, and public-intoxication tickets from...

ACLU of Iowa launches public records initiative

JOHN STAAK August 22, 2011

Fed up with slow progress from the legislature, state civil liberties activists have launched a new project to better inform Iowans about access to government records. The Iowa ACLU’s new Open Government...

Iowa City vets to provide glimpse of military life through performance

ERIC MOORE August 19, 2011

Only 1 percent of Iowa City residents have military experience, but in November, that minority will have the opportunity to share their stories in a unique stage production called Telling: Iowa City. The...

UI amps up international student orientation

CHASTITY DILLARD August 19, 2011

Sitting at her Mayflower kitchen table, adorned with a Hawkeye-symbol tablecloth, Yoon Kyung Lee, laughs while chatting with new friend, Effy Lee. Both South Korean, the 20-year-olds instantly shared...

UI freshman hung up Irish dancing shoes

SETH ROBERTS August 19, 2011

Taylor Best is only 18 years old, but she's already retired. Up until a few days ago, the University of Iowa freshman was one of the brightest stars in the world of Irish step dancing. She finished as...

Caucus contender files complaint against Fox News

DI STAFF August 19, 2011

A Republican presidential-nomination hopeful said he was discriminated against when Fox News declined to let him participate in a Republican caucus debate last week. California Republican Fred Karger...

Curtis Fry to be moved to Hope House

DI STAFF August 19, 2011

Curtis Fry will move to the Hope House in Coralville to complete his work release, his attorney confirmed Wednesday. Peter Persaud said Fry will move into Hope House as soon as a spot opens up. Until...

IC police search for burglary suspect

DI STAFF August 19, 2011

Iowa City police officers responded to a Davenport Street residence after a burglary in progress was reported at 9:15 p.m. Wednesday. When the officers arrived, the suspect had already fled the scene,...

Texting, social media affecting teen sleeping patterns

ERIC MOORE August 19, 2011

Teens might not be getting enough sleep and texting and social media might be to blame. Recent research suggests a lack of sleep may be a growing problem because of increases in digital communication...

IC workforce development office to remain open

JANET LAWLER August 19, 2011

Iowa City's Workforce Development office will remain — with a few changes — after legislators, local administrators, and businesses fought to keep it open. The development comes after the Iowa Legislature...

For-credit internships cost more at the UI

ALLIE WRIGHT August 19, 2011

University of Iowa senior Nicole Lumbreras paid more than $1,000 to complete her internship at a digital marketing company near Chicago this summer. That's more than $125 more than a University of Northern...

Burge convenience store under construction

DORA GROTE August 19, 2011

Unlike the students who came before her, Hannah Philgreen will not have to walk across campus to pick up light bulbs and trash bags to restock her dorm room. Soon, Burge will have a new convenience...