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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

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...

Hills Elementary is seen being torn down by a demolition crew in Hills, Iowa, on Jan. 15. The demolition began on Jan. 13, and was slated to last the duration of the week.

Iowa City school district demolishes the former Hills Elementary building

Grace Olson, News Editor January 21, 2025

Winding down the two-lane road connecting Hills and Iowa City, a school bus full of elementary school students traveled over seven miles out of town to Alexander Elementary School.  Behind them,...

Planned Parenthood CEO Cecile Richards talks with a Daily Iowan reporter in an interview at the Adler Journalism and Mass Communication Building on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2016.

Former Planned Parenthood president dies following years of advocacy

Emma Jane, News Reporter January 20, 2025

Cecile Richards, an advocate for women’s rights and 12-year president of Planned Parenthood, passed away Monday at the age of 67. Richards’ family did not disclose her cause of death. However,...

Rick Kasper traverses his farm near Tiffin, Iowa, on Dec. 8. Kasper used his four-wheeler to drive around and check on his cattle.

Skipping the Debt Trap | More young farmers feel the need to attend college despite increasing costs

Evan Watson, News Reporter December 17, 2024

This is the second installment in a multi-part series about the rising cost of college and alternatives to academia. College is a big deal. For most, it marks four years away from home in a welcoming...

John Pappajohn Business Building is seen on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024.

UnitedHealthcare CEO’s murder highlights America’s deep health care frustrations

Emma Jane, News Reporter December 17, 2024

The shots were fired early on the morning of Dec. 4, striking UnitedHealthcare CEO and 1997 valedictorian of the University of Iowa Brian Thompson as he walked toward the Hilton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan. Thompson...

Cattle belonging to farmer Rick Kasper are seen on his farm near Tiffin, Iowa, on Dec. 8. Kasper’s cattle graze the cut cornfields to eat any corn missed by the combine.

Johnson County sees a continuous drop in beef cattle herd

Evan Watson, News Reporter December 17, 2024

Since 2000, the beef cattle herd in Johnson County, Iowa, and the U.S. has steadily shrunk as farmers’ average age increases and weather patterns make it harder to maintain the herd. However,...

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ Caucus Night Watch Party at the Sheraton in West Des Moines on Jan. 15. In November, Reynolds said she would urge state legislators to pursue a law banning cellphones in classrooms.

Eastern Iowa, Johnson County schools evaluate stricter cellphone policies

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter December 17, 2024

Some Eastern Iowa schools are implementing stricter cellphone policies, while Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds recently stated she would pursue a statewide ban on personal devices in classrooms. In late November,...

Contributed by Ben Lord from the Johnson County Sheriff's Office.

Johnson County’s cyber forensics team tackles rising internet crimes

Emma Jane, News Reporter December 17, 2024

On Nov. 20, Iowa City resident Ivan Galvan, 31, was sentenced to 80 months in federal prison after a 2021 CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children led Johnson County’s...