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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

Community members and Johnson County Supervisors meet for the grand re-opening of the Johnson County Administration Building during a Board of Supervisors meeting on Wednesday Sept. 18, 2024. The members and attendees toured the renovated building.

Board of Supervisors holds grand reopening of Johnson County Administration Building

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter September 18, 2024

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors work session meeting was called to order Wednesday in the newly renovated Johnson County Administration Building. Chairperson Rod Sullivan enthusiastically oversaw...

Board of Regents President Sherry Bates listens to a finance presentation during a Board meeting at the Iowa State Alumni Building in Ames on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024.

UI reflects on downtown hospital progress, looks to future

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor September 18, 2024

AMES, Iowa — The University of Iowa reflected on the acquisition of the former Mercy Iowa City hospital during a Board of Regents meeting Wednesday. Bradley Haws, chief executive officer of UI Health...

Board of Regents members listen to a free speech training update during a board meeting at the Iowa State Alumni Building in Ames on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024.

Lois Geist recommended as interim UI VP for Research

Grace Olson, News Editor September 18, 2024

The Iowa Board of Regents recommended to approve a request from the University of Iowa that Lois Geist fulfill the position of interim UI vice president for research during their meeting on Wednesday. The...

Members of the Undergraduate Student Government listen to Addison Eckerd speak during a meeting in the Iowa Memorial Union on Tuesday, Sept 10, 2024. USG approved a bill to continue to grow the textbook drive.

Constitutional change to USG restructures the Academic Affairs Committee

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter September 18, 2024

The University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government passed legislation on Tuesday to restructure the Academic Affairs Committee as the USG textbook drive saw record numbers this year. The bill...

Senior Center Coordinator LaTasha Deloach poses for a picture in the Iowa City Senior Center on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. LaTasha voiced how building a community helps to fight the loss of connection and feelings of loneliness that come with being in a retirement community.

New $40 million retirement community in the works for Tiffin

Madelyn Ambroz, News Reporter September 18, 2024

A new $40 million retirement community is in the works to accommodate the growing population of Tiffin. Tiffin has become one of the fastest-growing cities in Iowa, and the city has started working...

The board of regents talk about future building plans during a board meeting at the Iowa State Alumni Building in Ames on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024.

UI seeks approval for construction and renovation of campus facilities

Brianna Brands, News Reporter September 18, 2024

AMES, Iowa — The University of Iowa requested approval from the Iowa Board of Regents on Wednesday to proceed with project planning for two UI medical facilities and the schematic design, project...

Teresa Marshall, a dentistry professor, speaks during the University Faculty Senate Meeting in the Old Capitol Building on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.

UI Faculty Senate dissolves safety charter committee, honors three professors

Emma Jane, News Reporter September 17, 2024

UI’s Faculty Senate voted Tuesday to dissolve the university safety and security charter, and three UI professors were separately honored with the Michael J. Brody Award for Faculty Excellence in...

An Iowa City City Council discussion begins at City Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024. Council members recognized National Hispanic Heritage Month during the meeting.

Downtown parking meter rate decreases to $2.25 per hour

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter September 17, 2024

The rates of downtown parking meters will now be decreased to $2.25 per hour after final approval from the Iowa City City Council Tuesday night. In July, parking meter rates in the downtown area...

Activists speak to a gathered crowd during an event on the Pentacrest protesting the University’s removal of RVAP, the Rape Victim Advocacy Program, on Saturday, April 13, 2024.

The final days of UI’s Rape Victim Advocacy Program

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor September 17, 2024

Editor’s note: This article contains mentions of sexual violence. Starting as a hotline for women in crisis over 50 years ago and evolving into a leading program for sexual assault victims in...

Swisher Mayor Julie Persons poses for a portrait outside of the City Hall building in downtown Swisher, Iowa on Sept. 6, 2024. “Jump in feet first, that’s what I like to do in a new department. Just start the conversations right away, figure out what needs to get done, and just start working through everything,” Persons said.

Julie Persons set to become Johnson County’s first female auditor in 48 years

Emma Jane, News Reporter September 17, 2024

Julie Persons is set to become the new Johnson County auditor after she was selected on Aug. 24 as the Democratic Party’s nominee. She will be the first woman to tackle the role in 48 years. Persons...

A cracked wall is seen at the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office in Iowa City on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024. During a tour of inmate cells, Sheriff Brad Kunkel discussed the overcrowding and building deterioration being experienced by the county’s jail.

Johnson County Sheriff’s Office and Jail moves forward with addressing needs

Bri Brands, News Reporter September 17, 2024

A recent needs assessment evaluating the Johnson County Jail and Sheriff’s Office has led to progress in the discussion for an entirely new building. The poor condition of the current facility,...

Iowa City voters vote at the Iowa City Community School District administration building on Dodge Street during Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. Iowa City residents voted Tuesday for city and school board elections. Seven candidates are vying for four spots on the Iowa City Community School Board. Four seats are available on the Iowa City City Council and two At-Large, one District A, and one District C are also open.

IC Charter Review Commission talks possible changes to election system

Fatima Salinas, News Reporter September 16, 2024

The Iowa City City Council has begun the process of reviewing its charter to determine if there will be any changes dictating how the city operates and is governed. Every ten years, a Charter Review...