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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

Volunteers and staff of the Miller-Meeks campaign direct traffic before the fourth annual “Triple M” Tailgate featuring Iowa Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks at Streb Construction in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. A small contingent of pro-Palestine protestors demonstrated outside while three activists disrupted the event from inside. Rep. Miller-Meeks will be running against former University of Iowa Law professor Christina Bohannon for Iowa’s first congressional district.

U.S. Rep. Miller-Meeks’ fundraiser met with Pro-Palestine demonstration

Emma Jane, News Reporter September 7, 2024

Chants of "Free Palestine" resounded through the parking lot of Streb Construction in Iowa City as protesters gathered outside U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, fourth annual fundraising...

The University of Iowa's College of Law is seen Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020.

Iowa Supreme Court hears first case of the year on UI campus

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor September 6, 2024

The Iowa Supreme Court heard its first case of the 2024 session at the University of Iowa College of Law. The case centers around Linn County Auditor Joel Miller’s accusation that the Iowa Secretary...

A worker helps prepare a table of food during a ribbon-cutting event in celebration of Oasis Falafel’s 20-year anniversary in business, sponsored by Greater Iowa City Inc., on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024. Owners Naftaly Stramer and Ofer Sivan created Oasis Falafel in the summer of 2004.

Photos: Oasis Falafel Celebrates 20-year anniversary

Jordan Barry, Photojournalist September 5, 2024

Oasis Falafel celebrated its 20-year anniversary of being open for business with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Attendees sat on picnic tables on North Linn Street and were able to talk with owners Naftaly...

Oasis employee Marin Irvine makes a pita sandwich after a ribbon-cutting event in celebration of Oasis Falafel’s 20-year anniversary in business, sponsored by Greater Iowa City Inc., on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024. Owners Naftaly Stramer and Ofer Sivan created Oasis Falafel in the summer of 2004.

Iowa City’s Oasis Falafel celebrates 20 year anniversary

Madison Schuler, News Reporter September 5, 2024

Oasis Falafel, a well-known staple in Iowa City, recently celebrated two decades of bringing authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine to the community. Owners Naftaly Stramer and...

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Iowa City Police investigate stabbing near Burlington Street, Robert A. Lee Recreation Center

Liam Halawith, Elections Editor September 4, 2024

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Iowa City Police are currently investigating a stabbing near the Burlington Street Kum & Go that occurred just after 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday.  University...

Johnson County Board of Supervisors Executive Director Guillermo Morales shows the Board the rules concerning employee discipline during a Johnson County work session on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024. Morales was terminated by a 3 to 2 vote.

Executive director of JoCo Board of Supervisors Office fired

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter September 4, 2024

Guillermo Morales, the Johnson County Board of Supervisors executive director, was fired from his role by the board after a year in the position for alleged hostile conduct with other county employees...

Van Allen Hall is seen on Monday, November 18, 2019. Van Allen is the home of the physics and astronomy department.

UI employee found to have diverted almost $1 million to personal bank account

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor September 4, 2024

A new state audit report reveals a University of Iowa employee diverted nearly $1 million to a personal bank account. The UI is saying it plans to review its conflict of interest policy in light of...

A lock dangles from a fence on the open lot across from the Senior Center on Linn Street in Iowa City on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023. The city of Iowa City released a request for proposals for the lot on Thursday.

Iowa City begins accepting project proposals for Linn Street redevelopment

Evan Watson, News Reporter September 4, 2024

The Iowa City City Manager’s Office released a request for project proposals to redevelop the empty lot at 21 S. Linn St.  The project began in February when the city asked for public input on...

A parking meter is seen outside of the University of Iowa West Campus Transportation Center in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 2, 2022.

Iowa City City Council votes to lower parking rates

Elijah Exley-Schuman and Liam Halawith September 3, 2024

Iowa City Council members voted 6-1 Tuesday to reduce parking meter rates in downtown Iowa City following backlash from local residents and businesses.  The City Council approved the first consideration...

A hallway is seen in the Mayflower residence hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. Since the dorm came back into service, it has been undergoing renovations.

Five more years: What’s next for the UI’s ‘least desired’ dorm

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor September 3, 2024

The iconic Mayflower dorm has been home to thousands of University of Iowa residents — some loving the outlying residence while others describing their stay as a prison-like sentence. For 56 years,...

A pack of cigarettes are seen on the counter at Kum & Go on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024. Iowa City has a tobacco moratorium in place until January 2025, and discussions regarding further restrictions for tobacco retailers is underway.

Iowa City Council moves toward zoning changes for new tobacco stores

Evan Watson, News Reporter September 3, 2024

Tobacco retailers in Iowa City have reported little effect from the permit moratorium placed by the city earlier this year, which temporarily suspended the issuing of new tobacco licenses. However,...

The Clinton Street parking garage is seen on Aug. 23, 2024. Recent changes to pay rates in the garages has initiated conversation from Iowa City residents.

IC considers decreasing downtown parking meter rates after community pushback

Isabelle Foland, News Editor September 3, 2024

After many residents expressed frustration with increased parking rates this summer, Iowa City is now discussing rolling back parking meter rates in the downtown area. As of July 1, rates for parking...