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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

Spotlight Iowa City: Hands-on experience guides artist

SARAH LARSON October 26, 2009

William Blair stepped to the door pulling off ink-blotted latex gloves, revealing his aged hands. These hands, which had been printing images from copper plates, were once used to perform intricate hand...

Police probe assault

DI STAFF October 26, 2009

Iowa City police are investigating an assault inside a Panchero’s Mexican Grill over the weekend. According to police reports, the victim of the assault was ordering food around 1 a.m. Sunday at Panchero’s,...

UI withholds building naming information

DI STAFF October 26, 2009

UI officials aren’t revealing any details about the proposed naming of a university facility. The agenda for this Thursday’s state Board of Regents meeting shows the UI is requesting to name a campus...

Everson’s trial delayed

DI STAFF October 26, 2009

The trial for a former Hawkeye football accused of sexual assault has been delayed until next spring. But according to the judge’s order, it is the last time a continuance will be allowed in this case. Cedric...

UI police probe reported assault

DI STAFF October 26, 2009

The UI police are investigating a reported assault in Burge. According to reports, the incident occurred around 4 a.m. on Oct. 21 on the 1500 floor of Burge. A woman said she woke up to find a man in...

Regents mull surcharge

JOHN DOETKOTT October 26, 2009

The state Board of Regents will discuss imposing a surcharge of $100 per full-time student at the three state universities at its meeting Thursday in Cedar Falls. The regents will also consider a 6 percent...

Downtown bar owners face state officials today

NICOLE KARLIS October 23, 2009

The owners of two Iowa City bars will make their final pleas to keep their liquor licenses today — and the state’s decision could set a precedent for how it will handle future denials by the Iowa City...

Record numbers visit UIHC emergency room

JOHN DOETKOTT October 23, 2009

The H1N1 virus is likely the catalyst bringing a record number of patients to the UI Hospitals and Clinics’ emergency room this week. The UIHC Emergency Treatment Center broke two one-day marks this...

Teens to be heard on curfew

REGINA ZILBERMINTS October 23, 2009

In the discussion about a youth curfew in Iowa City, the youth have been notably absent. At least so far. But community leaders hope to start involving teenagers in the discussion at a forum on Saturday...

Community marks celebración

JORDAN FRIES October 23, 2009

Students glided across the temporary dance floor of the IMU Black Box Theater on Thursday, guided by salsa instructors eyeing their every step. Guests enjoyed the vibrant selection of Latino food, and...

‘Care team’ ready to step in

MARLEEN LINARES October 23, 2009

In many school-shooting cases, such as those at Virginia Tech University and the University of Northern Illinois, culprits have shown warning signs before committing their acts — a trend Iowa universities...

Concrete steps for kids

SCOTT RAYNOR October 23, 2009

In a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about the war in Uganda, Adrian Bradbury walked with Kieran Hayward seven miles every night to sleep in front of the Toronto City Hall. In short time, they gained...