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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

21-ordinance opponents use Facebook to rally support

MITCHELL SCHMIDT March 8, 2010

Hundreds of people plan to join efforts against the possible prohibition of underage patrons in Iowa City bars. University of Iowa junior Dan Tallon is encouraging students to speak out against the ordinance...

Becoming Herky

MICHELLE HILLENBRAND March 8, 2010

With a head weighing between 10 and 25 pounds, Herky the Hawk’s costume can leave students underneath smelly, sweaty, and tired. Nonetheless University of Iowa junior Bridget, a member of the Iowa Spirit...

Flooding chance lowered, report shows

JOSEPH BELK March 8, 2010

Local victims of flooding in 2008 are remaining optimistic after a spring outlook released by the National Weather Service decreased the potential of flooding in Iowa City. The March 5 release indicated...

Spotlight Iowa City: KRUI DJ broadcasts culture

ERIC ANDERSEN March 8, 2010

Once a week, Brett Johnson transforms into “Don Gregorio.” Johnson goes by the DJ name (which he acquired in Brazil) as host of “The Latin Beat” every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. on KRUI 89.7FM,...

Police see increase in CrimeStopper tips

JORDAN FRIES March 8, 2010

An increase in anonymous tips to the local chapter of CrimeStoppers shouldn’t place a heavier burden on the Iowa City police, officials said. Though police Lt. Jim Steffen said the motivation in calling...

Closing Section 8 list, Iowa City joins statewide trend

BONNIE ERLBACHER March 8, 2010

Iowa City is joining several other cities statewide in putting a hold on Section 8 housing. The local Housing Authority is no longer accepting applications for the low-income housing program because of...

Masculinity panel set for today

HOLLY HINES March 8, 2010

A lack of media portrayals of black male intellectuals concerns Ahmad Washington, the University of Iowa doctoral student in counselor education said. He said pop culture and the media typically portray...

Iowa misses on Race to the Top

DI STAFF March 5, 2010

Iowa was not one of 16 finalists for the U.S. Department of Education Race to the Top grants. The $4.35 billion initiative aims to “dramatically reshape America’s educational system to better engage...

Schiefer’s sex-assault trial goes to judge

DI STAFF March 5, 2010

The trial of a Williamsburg, Iowa, man charged with first-degree burglary and third-degree sexual abuse went to the judge Thursday. On Monday, the alleged victim, a former University of Iowa student,...

Tip aided police in homicide investigation

DI STAFF March 5, 2010

A Crimestoppers tip helped police discover the suspect who allegedly shot and killed an Iowa City landlord in October, police said. Police charged Charles W.C. Thompson, 17, with first-degree murder last...

Culver declares Flood Awareness Month

DI STAFF March 5, 2010

March is Flood Awareness Month in Iowa, Gov. Chet Culver said at a press conference Thursday. The governor said he wants Iowans to know what flood-relief efforts are available to them; public offices...

Clayborn pleads guilty to disorderly conduct

DI STAFF March 5, 2010

A Hawkeye defensive end charged with assault has now pleaded guilty to a lesser charge, according to online court records. In January 2009, Adrian Clayborn was involved in an altercation with a taxi driver...