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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

Governor of Washington Jay Inslee speaks with professors during his meeting with several non-tenured faculty members at the Hamburg Inn in Iowa City on July 15, 2019. Faculty members spoke with Inslee about some of the concerns they have regarding pay and job security. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Jay Inslee outlines higher-education plans to UI faculty

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter July 15, 2019

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, a Democratic presidential-nomination candidate, said he wants to increase funding for public universities during a meeting with several University of Iowa nontenure track faculty...

Philip Mears guides visitors at his garden during Open Gardens on Saturday, July 13, 2019. Open Gardens are garden walks hosted by Project Green on July 13-14, 2019. (Tian Liu/The Daily Iowan)

Open Garden tours bring inspiration to Iowa City gardeners

Seton Warren, News Reporter July 14, 2019

Philip Mears’ garden is a sight to behold. Potted plants hang from impossibly high tree branches. Every inch of ground, aside from a few winding paths, is covered in greenery. A small bird chirps from...

North Liberty man accused of marijuana, firearm possession

North Liberty man accused of marijuana, firearm possession

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter July 14, 2019

Authorities have charged a North Liberty man of possessing marijuana and a firearm during a traffic stop. Charlie Pitchford, 39, was charged July 13 with third or subsequent possession of a controlled...

Iowa City man accused of driving while under the influence, providing fake name

Iowa City man accused of driving while under the influence, providing fake name

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter July 14, 2019

Authorities have accused an Iowa City man of driving under the influence and providing a fake name when asked. Emanuel Cowley, 31, was charged July 13 with third OWI, driving while barred, interference...

Burlington man charged with third OWI

Burlington man charged with third OWI

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter July 14, 2019

Authorities have accused a Burlington man of driving while intoxicated on Mehaffey Bridge Road. Ronald Graham, 52, has been charged with third OWI. According to the arrest affidavit, Graham was driving...

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Iowa City man accused of breaking into apartment

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter July 14, 2019

A warrant is out for an Iowa City man accused of breaking into the apartment of a person with whom he has a noncontact order. Darelle Bull, 30, was charged with third-degree burglary and third or subsequent...

Mayor of South Bend, Indiana Pete Buttigieg talks with voters during a brunch fundraiser for Sen. Zach Wahls at the Walker Homestead on July 14, 2019.

2020 candidates rally Iowa Democrats at Zach Wahls’ fundraiser

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter July 14, 2019

2020 Democratic presidential hopefuls called for Iowa Democrats to take back the state Legislature at an event on July 14, along with candidates for Iowa's 2nd Congressional District and U.S. Senate. Candidates...

Senator Amy Klobuchar, D-MN, addresses crowds during Progress Iowa Corn Feed at The Newbo City Market in Cedar Rapids on July 14, 2019. 11 candidates came to speak with supporters and meet fans.

Democratic presidential hopefuls tout agriculture at Progress Iowa Corn Feed

Julia DiGiacomo, Politics Reporter July 14, 2019

CEDAR RAPIDS — Ten Democratic presidential candidates gathered at the Progress Iowa’s Corn Feed on July 14 at Newbo City Market, where candidates pitched messages covering agricultural issues in accordance...

Former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Julian Castro addresses crowds during Progress Iowa Corn Feed at The Newbo City Market in Cedar Rapids on July 14, 2019. 11 candidates came to speak with supporters and meet fans.

Democratic hopefuls call for immigration reform at Progress Iowa Corn Feed

Julia Shanahan, Politics Editor July 14, 2019

CEDAR RAPIDS — Amid hearings in the U.S. House of Representatives, Democratic presidential hopefuls condemned the Trump administration’s zero-tolerance immigration policies at the fifth-annual Progress...

Participants hold posters during the “Lights for Liberty: Vigil to End Human Concentration Camps” at College Green Park on Friday, July 12, 2019. (Tian Liu/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa City residents hold vigil to end ICE raids and border camps

Julia DiGiacomo, Politics Reporter July 12, 2019

Iowa City joined hundreds of cities protesting U.S. immigration policies and the detainment of immigrants in border camps July 12 at the “Lights for Liberty: Vigil to End Human Concentration Camps.” Iowa...

Iowa City police seek information on incident involving several shattered car windows

Iowa City police seek information on incident involving several shattered car windows

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor July 11, 2019

Iowa City police are investigating several reports of broken car windows earlier this week. Some 15 to 20 cars were reported as damaged, and police have been unable to determine the cause, Iowa City...

Iowa City man accused of making threats against University of Iowa online

Iowa City man accused of making threats against University of Iowa online

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor July 11, 2019

An Iowa City man has been taken into custody after allegedly making threats against the University of Iowa on Facebook. Rudy Marcelino, 45, 717 Iowa Ave., is charged with one count of threat of terrorism,...

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