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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

The Iowa Judicial Branch courthouse is seen before a session in Des Moines on Feb. 11. The oral arguments for Bert Miller and Nancy Duffner vs. State of Iowa were held later Tuesday evening.

Iowa Supreme Court hears oral arguments for alleged UIHC illicit insemination case

Jami Martin-Trainor, Executive Editor February 12, 2025

DES MOINES — Seven sets of eyes peer down from elevated chairs as legal professionals, years into their craft, flip through dense legal documents and meticulously researched arguments, all to answer...

The Iowa Judicial Branch courthouse is seen following a session in Des Moines on Feb. 11. The oral arguments for Bert Miller and Nancy Duffner vs. State of Iowa were held at 7:00 p.m.

UIHC OB-GYN chair from 1950s allegedly inseminated patients with own sperm

Jami Martin-Trainor, Executive Editor February 12, 2025

DES MOINES — Tuesday night, the Iowa Supreme Court heard arguments that will ultimately determine if a case — alleging a former University of Iowa Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology chair...

Board members Lisa Williams, president Ruthina Malone, and vice-president Molly Abraham listen to a presentation during an Iowa City Community School District board meeting in Iowa City on Tuesday, Jan. 28.

Iowa City Community School District projects declining enrollment in the next decade

Anna Mitchell, News Reporter February 12, 2025

The Iowa City Community School District School Board met Tuesday and reviewed reports continuing the conversation about future enrollment numbers and district demographics. Also during the meeting,...

Students sled and snowboard on the Pentacrest on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023.

Extreme weather advisory causes UI professors to cancel classes

Genevieve DiChiara, News Reporter February 11, 2025

Extreme winter weather conditions are forecasted to transpire through the state of Iowa starting late Tuesday night and into Wednesday evening. For safety concerns, some University of Iowa professors...

The Domestic Violence Intervention Program office is seen on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019.

DVIP responds to President Trump’s executive funding freeze

Kate Perez, Senior Reporter February 11, 2025

The Domestic Violence Intervention Program, or DVIP, responded Monday to President Donald Trump’s executive order to freeze federal grants, loans, and awards, stating the action will significantly...

The Johnson County Courthouse is seen in Iowa City on Monday, April 22, 2024.

Second teen pleads guilty in fatal 2023 Iowa City drag racing incident

Jack Moore and Emma Jane February 11, 2025

In the final moments before a planned jury trial of the second teen driver involved in the death of 22-year-old Jennifer Russel in 2023, Kesean Ford changed his mind. Several dozen potential jurors...

Construction of the Iowa City Fire Station 1 Headquarters is seen on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. Renovations are being made to the upstairs dormitory to add private sleeping rooms and a mother’s room, alongside upgrading the restrooms.

IC fire department to undergo renovations

Madison Schuler, News Reporter February 11, 2025

Since it was built in 1959, the Iowa City Fire Department building has received funding on multiple occasions to improve outdated spaces. Now, Fire Station 1 will undergo a substantial facelift beginning...

John Lieu, owner of Ramen Belly in Iowa City brings out food to a table on Feb. 3, 2025. Previously a chef, John now handles the buisness side of the restaurant.

Immigrant-owned restaurants bringing diversity to Iowa City’s food scene

Genevieve DiChiara, News Reporter February 11, 2025

Food has a unique way of evoking memories, bringing people together, and offering comfort in unfamiliar places. For many, certain dishes hold deep personal significance, reminding them of home, family...

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

Milwaukee man accused of exposing himself near Kinnick Stadium

Emma Jane, News Reporter February 11, 2025

A Milwaukee man was arrested Monday evening near Kinnick Stadium for allegedly exposing himself to a woman walking past him. The criminal complaint states the victim was stopped by Namir Marrero, 41,...

Goosetown Cafe is seen in Iowa City on Friday, July 14, 2023.

Former Goosetown Cafe building sold for $1.125 million

Emma Jane, News Reporter February 11, 2025

After nearly four months on the market, the Linn Street building that once housed Goosetown Cafe has a new owner. The property sold Monday for $1.125 million, though the buyer and their plans for the...

Pitaya products are seen in Iowa City on Feb. 7, 2025. Iowa passed a stricter shoplifting law as of 2024 and Pitaya is one of the stores affected, with the company offering new merchandise every week.

Iowa City stores push back against shoplifters

Chloe Oppelt, News Reporter February 11, 2025

At the beginning of the 2024 legislative session, a bill was passed in Iowa that established retail theft as a new criminal offense category. In 2023, there were 203 convictions for burglary and 8,466...

Fruit Fly courtship song may hold key to controlling mosquitoes

Fruit Fly courtship song may hold key to controlling mosquitoes

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter February 11, 2025

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that in 2022, around 608,000 people died from malaria, a mosquito-borne disease, worldwide. Add to that, viral infections like dengue, West Nile,...