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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

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Q&A | Benjamin Troester ‘Mayflower Munch’ finds community through campus cult following

Grace Olson, News Reporter September 25, 2023

Since the start of the school year, University of Iowa first-year Benjamin Troester has accumulated a cult following of Iowa students because his increasing fame on the UI class of 2027 Snapchat story. Because...

Nancy Bird is seen at MERGE coworking space on Sept. 19, 2023.

Newly merged Iowa City business association looks to raise $2.5 million

Olivia Gamertsfelder, News Reporter September 24, 2023

A newly merged Iowa City business association has found success in supporting local businesses and economic developments after finalizing their merger in July. The former Iowa City Area Development...

The front counter of Hy-vee pharmacy is seen on Sept. 19, 2023.

UI student pharmacists administer free flu vaccines at Hy-Vee

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter September 24, 2023

University of Iowa Pharmacy students administered flu vaccines Tuesday at the Hy-Vee located at 1720 Waterfront Drive in Iowa City, making it more convenient for the public to receive their shots before...

The Johnson County Courthouse is seen in Iowa City on Sept. 21, 2023.

Lima Younes files appeal after receiving 5-year prison sentence

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 24, 2023

The mother of former University of Iowa student and alleged attempted murderer Ali Younes filed an appeal to the Iowa Supreme Court appeal Friday after receiving a five-year prision sentence on Thursday...

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Iowa City missing teen Bridget Stone located

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter September 22, 2023

Iowa City teenager Bridget Stone, 15, was located and reunited with her family, according to a press release by the police department on Friday.  Stone was last seen at Iowa City West High School...

EMT apprentice Imonie Eicher poses for a portrait in a Johnson County Ambulance at the Johnson County Ambulance Facility in Iowa City on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023.

Johnson County EMT apprenticeship reports strong start

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter September 21, 2023

Johnson County officials called the emergency medical technician apprenticeship that launched in June a “raving success.” The EMT apprenticeship is the first role in the federal COVID-19 relief-funded...

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors sit at a panel during a meeting at the Johnson County Administration Building in Iowa City on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023.

JoCo Supervisors raise income eligibility for child care program

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter September 21, 2023

More families in Johnson County could be eligible for a child care scholarship program after the county widened the income range. The Johnson County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an increase...

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Iowa City man sentenced to 11 years for possession of over 17,000 images of child pornography.

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor September 21, 2023

An Iowa City man was sentenced to 11 years in federal prison and ordered to pay $3,000 in restitution on Wednesday for possessing over 17,000 images of child sex abuse material. Yasir Elamin Babekir Hamid,...

The Johnson County Courthouse is seen in Iowa City on Sept. 21, 2023.

Lima Younes sentenced to five years in prison for role in son, former UI student Ali Younes’ escape

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 21, 2023

As she choked back tears, Lima Khairi Mohammad Younes, 45, received her sentencing Thursday for her role in the escape of her son and former University of Iowa student Ali Younes, 20, from the U.S. The...

Iowa Spirit Squad member Austin Beam Holds a sign at a football Game between Iowa and Western Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.

‘I could feel the wind between my legs’: UI cheerleader goes viral after losing pants during Iowa game

Grace Olson, News Reporter September 20, 2023

While performing a stunt during the Western Michigan football game, Hawkeye cheerleader Austin Beam lost his pants in mid-air. Despite that head-turning complication, he nailed the landing.  A...

A gavel is seen before a Johnson County Board of Supervisors meeting at the Johnson County Administration Building in Iowa City on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023.

JoCo civil mental health court begins operations to reduce criminal convictions

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter September 20, 2023

The Johnson County Civil Mental Health Court started accepting participants, educating providers, and hiring a judicial referee since starting in May.  Established in May by the county’s Attorney’s...

Cambus Personell supervisor Alyson Holevoet poses for a portrait on March 10, 2022.

UI requests regent permission for $17 million project to add 12 electric vehicles, expand Cambus Maintenance Facility

Jack Moore, News Reporter September 20, 2023

The University of Iowa is requesting approval from the state Board of Regents to proceed with an estimated $17-18 million project to expand the Cambus Maintenance Facility and add 12 future electric...