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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

Alcohol convictions may not be fully erased

MICHAEL ARRIOLA February 10, 2010

It may be erased, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s gone. A bill passed by the Iowa House and now working its way through the Senate would, if passed, let Iowans petition to have a drinking offense...

Tuition-funded scholarships go up

HOLLY HINES February 10, 2010

Scholarship money funded by UI tuition revenue increased by 13 percent this year — welcome news for many students during tough economic times. UI officials distributed roughly $33.3 million to students...

New UI sex-harassment policy open for comments

MORGAN OLSEN February 10, 2010

UI students could soon report unwelcome behavior before it becomes sexual harassment under new revisions to the university’s sexual-harassment policy. One revision of the proposal states “individuals...

Yucca Mountain as metaphor

REBECCA KOONS February 10, 2010

The prospect of a potential environmental disaster near his mother’s new home inspired UI Associate Professor John D’Agata’s latest book, About a Mountain. Several years ago, he helped move his...

Spotlight Iowa City: A gallery of careers

ADAM SALAZAR February 10, 2010

Ben Chait has never settled down in one career. He always wants to do something else. Since arriving in Iowa City more than 30 years ago, the soft-spoken architect turned visual artist and entrepreneur...

Alleged victim testifies in sex-abuse case

SAM LANE February 9, 2010

A counselor at Lemme Elementary sexually abused a child at least two times when the boy visited his office, the alleged victim testified Monday. “I was scared, and I took what adults said,” the alleged...

Census nearing, UI stresses student awareness

KELLIE PETERSEN February 9, 2010

Super Bowl viewers likely saw the ads for the 2010 census sandwiched among commercials for Budweiser and Hyundai. The promotions for the census are also springing up in several places, including on the...

Haiti class hones in on disaster

JOE CAVALIERE February 9, 2010

When Maureen McCue began planning a UI class on Haiti in July 2009, she knew eventually traveling to the poverty-stricken country would be a powerful experience. But the trip took on a much greater meaning...

State’s midwives seeking licensure

HOLLY HINES February 9, 2010

Melanie Moore said she believes it’s her calling to help women give birth in their homes. She’s familiar with the process — she’s had babies at home herself five times. Moore is a certified professional...

Local bettors like proposed legislation

JORDAN FRIES February 9, 2010

Riley Schmitt didn't start placing official bets on sporting events until last August, but the UI freshman said he's already hooked on making money illegally. “I’ve always made little side bets with...

Gay marriage at risk in Iowa

ADAM B SULLIVAN February 9, 2010

Democrats in the Iowa Legislature have vowed to protect same-sex marriage by blocking legislation aimed at nullifying last year’s Iowa Supreme Court decision. However, procedural rules in the Iowa House...

City code prohibits alcohol prizes

KATHRYN STINSON February 9, 2010

Drinking. Games. Iowa City officials are warning bars owners that they need to keep the two separate. In a recent letter to all Iowa City liquor-license holders, City Assistant Attorney Eric Goers asked...