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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

Sheriff Brad Kunkel and Axiom Consultant's President 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.

JoCo Board of Supervisors works toward new joint law enforcement facility

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor January 23, 2025

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution Thursday beginning a formal investigation into the feasibility of a joint law enforcement agency that would house the Johnson...

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

Police continue investigation into Dec. 30 death of Iowa City woman

Emma Jane, News Reporter January 23, 2025

The Iowa City Police Department is continuing to investigate the Dec. 30 death of Christina Blount and asked members of the public with information to come forward to the department in a press release...

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

Iowa State student charged for encouraging social media group to stalk UI women

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor January 22, 2025

Police arrested an 18-year-old Iowa State University student after he was charged with encouraging people online to stalk and take “creep shots” of two University of Iowa students. According...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark smiles during the 2024 Associated Press Coach and Player of the Year News Conference at Rocket Mortgage Field House in Cleveland, Ohio, on Thursday, April 4, 2024.

Caitlin Clark Foundation partners to donate 22,000 books to schools

Emma Jane, News Reporter January 22, 2025

Caitlin Clark turned her birthday into a celebration of literacy, donating 22,000 books to under-resourced schools in Iowa and Indiana through a partnership between her foundation and Scholastic’s...

Council members listen to Transportation Director Darian Nagle-Gamm during the Iowa City Council meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024 at City Hall.

Candidates campaign for vacant IC City Council seat

Madison Schuler, News Reporter January 21, 2025

Three candidates have risen to fill Andrew Dunn’s recently vacated Iowa City City Council seat, and each are campaigning to win Iowa City’s vote.  In just a few short weeks, Iowa City residents...

Community members walk through downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024.

UI students brave sub-zero temperatures on first day of classes

Emma Jane, News Reporter January 21, 2025

The Iowa City Community School District opted to cancel school Tuesday due to extreme cold while classes at the University of Iowa remained in session. According to AccuWeather, Iowa City reported a...

South of 6 Executive Director Maurice Davis speaks outside of the South District Market building in Iowa City on Oct. 21. The South of 6 is a nonprofit that supports economic development, infrastructure growth, and community events.

Three Johnson County nonprofits collaborate to offer underestimated business grants

Evan Watson, Assistant News Editor January 21, 2025

As the deadline approaches for Johnson County to spend its remaining American Rescue Plan dollars, the county is pledging $500,000 toward small businesses.  The grant program, officially called...

Hosts of Talk/Art Cabaret at the Sanctuary perform an introductory piece on Sept. 21, 2005. The regular event is a place for Writers' Workshop students to share their work in unofficial, informal manner.

Iowa City’s Sanctuary Pub closes after 52 years of business

Evan Watson, Assistant News Editor January 21, 2025

After over 50 years in business, an Iowa City staple known for its live music and craft beer has closed its doors. Over the years, a number of bars, restaurants, and social establishments have closed...

Johnson County Supervisor Mandi Remmington looks to the crowd during a singing circle and people’s march at the Coralville Public Library on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2024. The event was part of a string of nationwide People’s Marches in response to an upcoming Trump administration. Over 115 people attended the event, gathered in song, and marched around the area.

Mandi Remington begins term as a new Johnson County supervisor

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter January 21, 2025

After years of developing her presence in the Iowa City community, Mandi Remington has started her term as the newest Johnson County Board of supervisor. She enters as the board begins developing its...

Crumbl Cookie’s new location is seen in Coralville on Jan. 20. Crumbl originally started in Logan, Utah eight years ago.

Anticipation builds for new Crumbl Cookies in Coralville

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter January 21, 2025

Coralville residents have started to notice new signs, directing their eyes to a currently vacant building. The signature simple pink logo with black bubble letters advertises the opening of Crumbl Cookies,...

Undergraduate Student Government members meet during a meeting in the Iowa Memorial Union Black Box Theater on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.

Iowa USG holds first meeting of spring semester

Genevieve DiChiara, News Reporter January 21, 2025

Due to the extreme cold, the University of Iowa’s Undergraduate Student Government held its first meeting of the spring semester on Zoom on Tuesday where they filled senator vacancies and discussed...

Illustration by Marandah Mangra-Dutcher

UI proposes closing gender studies department, drawing controversy and praise

Kate Perez, Senior Reporter January 21, 2025

The University of Iowa’s Department of Gender, Women’s, and Sexuality Studies celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024.  In 2025, it may no longer exist as an individual department.  Established...