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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

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Mayflower Residence Hall is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, June 21, 2023.

Mayflower Hall and its future — Inside the $45 million price

Parker Jones and Hannah Janson July 1, 2023

For the first time in four decades, Mayflower Residence Hall is back on the market, and it’s worth a pretty penny. Iowa City real estate broker Jeff Edberg of Lepic-Kroeger Realtors, who has worked...

Starbucks employees go on strike on Clinton Street in Iowa City, on Friday, June 30, 2023. Luis Aispuro explained the strike shows all the community has support, all the cars honking, and people that aren’t employees coming out here to support us. It’s awesome, it’s great. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Newly unionized Starbucks workers strike for fair contract, LGBTQ+ rights

Hannah Janson, News Reporter June 30, 2023

Starbucks workers in downtown Iowa City became the first in the state to unionize on Friday, June 30. They also went on strike. Starbucks workers at downtown Iowa City’s location at the corner...

The Iowa River is seen in Iowa City on Tuesday, June 27, 2023.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires covers Iowa, the Midwest in haze

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 28, 2023

Iowans encountered a hazy surprise on Tuesday, June 27 when smoke from the ongoing wildfires in Canada began spreading around the Midwest. In what has been dubbed the “worst wildfire season”...

Photo Illustration by Cody Blissett

Women in Gaming – The triumphs and struggles women face in the world of gaming

Bri Brown, Designer June 26, 2023

When thinking of a typical video gamer, one might imagine a middle school boy playing Fortnite with his mom’s permission. One might also think of a middle-aged, greasy man with unkempt facial hair...

William Pretorius plays in the sand during the 6th annual Downtown Iowa City Block Party on Saturday, June 24, 2023.

Photos: 2023 Iowa City Downtown Block Party

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor June 25, 2023

The 6th annual Downtown Block Party occurred in Iowa City on Saturday from 4:00 to 11:00 p.m. The event included a variety of free music, food, and entertainment. Several roads were closed for the party...

Mayflower Residence Hall is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, June 21, 2023.

UI’s Mayflower Residence Hall receives listing price on realtor website

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 21, 2023

Mayflower Residence Hall, the University of Iowa’s dorm that was put up for sale, has received a realtor listing. A listing for the dorm can be found on Realtor.com, which currently lists the...

Floodwaters engulf Lower City Park on Tuesday, June 10, 2008. (File photo/The Daily Iowan)

15 years since devastation — recovery, reconstruction, and advancements since the 2008 Iowa floods

Parker Jones and Alejandro Rojas June 20, 2023

The 2008 flood was a devastating event to Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus. Over 20 campus buildings were damaged, with several needing complete demolishment, and others needing millions...

A University of Iowa healthcare member walks the parade route during the 2023 Pride Parade & Festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 17, 2023.

Photos: Iowa City Celebrates 52nd Pride Festival

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor June 17, 2023

The 52nd annual Iowa City Pride Parade & Festival occurred downtown on Saturday. The event was full of local vendors with pride merchandise, food, and more. After the parade, Iowa City residents...

Local hip-hop artist TheZeffster performs during a fashion show at the 2023 Juneteenth Celebration in downtown Iowa City on Friday, June 16.

Photos: Iowa City Celebrates Juneteenth

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor June 16, 2023

The 2023 Juneteenth Celebration occurred in downtown Iowa City on Friday. The celebration began at 4:00 p.m. with a Johnson County resource fair. Free food and a fashion show were provided, followed by...

An Iowa City Police car is seen near the Iowa City Police Department in Iowa City Monday, Nov. 1, 2021.

Iowa City Police make arrest after May 6 stabbing on South Gilbert Street

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 15, 2023

The Iowa City Police Department has arrested a man in connection to a stabbing that occurred on May 6 on South Gilbert Street. In a press release on Thursday, the police announced that Iowa City...

State Board of Regents Greta Rouse, JC Risewick, and Robert Cramer prepare during a three minute intermission at a Board of Regents meeting in Iowa City on Wednesday, June 14, 2023.

State Board of Regents raises tuition rates, mandatory fees for students

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 14, 2023

The state Board of Regents announced Wednesday that tuition at Iowa’s three state universities would be increased by 3.5 percent. The increase affects the next academic year, with classes beginning...

United Action for Youth, or UAY, walks during the Iowa City Pride Parade in Iowa City on Saturday, June 18, 2022. Over 900 people walked in the parade.

Iowa City Pride 2023 aims to foster community strength

Parker Jones, Summer Editor June 13, 2023

As one of the oldest pride festivals in the country, Iowa City Pride aims to promote an environment of inclusivity, acceptance, and community strength that persists year-round. This year’s pride...