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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

Union President Cary Stough gives a thumbs up to the Campaign to Organize Graduate Students after delivering a written statement and messages on postcards to University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson at Jessup Hall in Iowa City on Jan. 29, 2025. Protesters held signs, chanted, and listened to speakers to rally for pay raises on the side of N. Clinton St. before marching to Jessup Hall.

COGS demands 25 percent wage increases from Iowa Board of Regents

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter February 6, 2025

Protest chants rang through the halls of the University of Iowa Iowa Memorial Union Thursday as the Campaign to Organize Graduate Students, or COGS, met with representatives of the Iowa Board of Regents.  “The...

Power lines lead away from the former Duane Arnold Energy Center nuclear power plant off of Palo Marsh Road, Friday, Feb. 24, 2023, in Linn County, Iowa.

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Iowa’s only nuclear power plant could reopen late 2028

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter February 6, 2025

NextEra Energy has taken the first steps to open the Duane Arnold power plant, Iowa’s only nuclear power plant, by late 2028. Duane Arnold operated in Palo, Iowa, from 1974 until 2020, when a...

The Coralville Youth Sports Park is seen on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025.

Coralville Youth Sports Park to undergo almost $2 million in renovations

Madison Schuler, New Reporter February 6, 2025

The Coralville Youth Sports Park will undergo major renovations beginning this year.  At the Jan. 28, 2025, meeting, the Coralville City Council approved the upcoming project for the park. According...

Pedestrians walk across the Iowa Ave pedestrian bridge in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. Due to cracks and deterioration, the pedestrian bridge will be closed for repairs in the summer of 2025.

Iowa Ave pedestrian bridge remains a concern for students after scrapped renovation

Emma Jane, News Reporter February 6, 2025

After receiving no contractor bids, Iowa City canceled plans to renovate the Riverside Drive pedestrian bridge in December, but students who use it daily say the problems haven’t disappeared. Sam...

Sheriff Brad Kunkel and Axiom’s Rob Decker talk to the board of supervisors about the declining building quality of the jail and Sheriff’s Office during the Johnson County work session in Iowa City on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025.

Johnson County Supervisors clash over proposed manufactured home resolution

Emma Jane, News Reporter February 5, 2025

Johnson County supervisors clashed at their Wednesday work session over a proposed resolution to improve conditions in manufactured home communities and ensure a consistent, safe water supply after...

Outside Iowa's Supreme Court and the Iowa Judicial Branch Building on Monday, April 22, 2019, in Des Moines.

Iowa eliminates 30-day eviction notice policy

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor February 5, 2025

Thousands of Iowa’s renters could see less notice for evictions following an Iowa Supreme Court ruling. The decision ends a federal COVID-19-era requirement that landlords give tenants who have not...

Senators gather during a meeting of the Undergraduate Student Government in the Iowa Memorial Union on Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025. USG swore in six new members and welcomed the campus Ombudsperson to speak about his role.

USG to host current IC City Council members for Q&A

Genevieve DiChiara, News Reporter February 5, 2025

In an effort to foster community and build connections with local politicians, the University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government will host a Q&A session with Iowa City City Council members...

An Iowa City police car is seen on March 2, 2023.

Iowa City man charged with multiple counts of grooming and attempting to entice a minor

Emma Jane, News Reporter February 4, 2025

Mark Zogg Kellett, 26, of Iowa City was charged Tuesday with three counts of grooming, a Class D felony, and three counts of attempting to entice a minor under 16, an aggravated misdemeanor. According...

A poll worker proffers an “I Voted” sticker to a voter during the District C Primaries in Iowa City on Tuesday, Feb 4, 2025. Ross Nusser and Oliver Weilein are the two candidates running for Iowa City City Council.

Oliver Weilein and Ross Nusser advance to special election to fill vacant city council seat

Madison Schuler, News Reporter February 4, 2025

Both Oliver Weilein and Ross Nusser are one step closer to an Iowa City City Council seat following a primary election on Tuesday. The primary election intended to narrow the three candidates to...

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

Boyfriend of woman found dead under suspicious circumstances pleads not guilty

Emma Jane, News Reporter February 4, 2025

Joshua Perry, the boyfriend of a woman found dead in Iowa City under suspicious circumstances on Jan. 6, pleaded not guilty to criminal charges on Monday. Perry is facing one count of domestic abuse...

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How inflation is impacting Iowa City’s food scene

Isobel Perez, News Reporter February 4, 2025

Jethro’s BBQ has recently captured Iowa City residents’ attention due to the addition of an “inflation fee” on customer bills. This fee, which the restaurant has since renamed to a “market...

The Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum in West Branch Iowa is seen on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2025. The museum will be renovated and officials plan to open it again in summer 2026.

Herbert Hoover Museum begins first renovations in over 30 years

Chloe Oppelt, News Reporter February 4, 2025

The Herbert Hoover Presidential Museum and Library in West Branch opened its doors to the public in 1962 on the former president's 88th birthday. It was last renovated in 1992, and now, is facing its...