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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

The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa plans to continue final exam schedule amid severe weather forecast

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor December 15, 2021

The University of Iowa is not canceling or rescheduling final exams planned for Wednesday afternoon and evening, Executive Vice President and Provost Kevin Kregel said in a campus email Wednesday,...

Source: National Weather Service

High winds, thunderstorms expected for eastern Iowa Wednesday afternoon

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor December 15, 2021

On a December day that broke records for weather in the high 60s and 70s, Iowa is bracing for wind storms expected to reach much of the state Wednesday afternoon. High winds are expected across...

This map shows the proposed reprecincting for Plan A with Iowa City City Council voting districts.

Iowa City City Council selects precinct plan prioritizing future population growth

Emily Delgado, News Reporter December 15, 2021

Some Iowa City residents may vote in a different precinct for the next 10 years after the Iowa City City Council's decision to choose precinct Plan A, which takes into consideration future population...

Iowa City City Council Members meet at the Senior Center on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2021.

Iowa City City Council approves rezoning of Hickory Hill Park for senior living facility

Emily Delgado, News Reporter December 15, 2021

Part of Hickory Hill Park in Iowa City will be rezoned and expanded to allow construction for a senior living facility. The Iowa City City Council unanimously voted on Tuesday to rezone 48.75 acres...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks down the sideline during the Big Ten Championship game between No. 13 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021. The Wolverines became Big Ten Champions after defeating the Hawkeyes, 42-3.

Iowa football team going for 11th win of the season against Kentucky in Citrus Bowl

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 14, 2021

Black banners celebrating the bowl games the Hawkeye football program has participated in over the years cover the walls and overlook the turf field in Iowa’s indoor practice facility. The year of...

ROTC Cadet and University of Iowa undergraduate nursing student Grace Palmatier poses for a portrait in front of the University of Iowa College of Nursing on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021. Grace Palmatier will be graduating to become a 2nd Lieutenant in the Iowa National Air Guard on Dec. 17, 2021.

ROTC member graduates as Second Lieutenant of USAF, heading to Arizona

Marandah Mangra-Dutcher, News Reporter December 14, 2021

As Grace Palmatier graduates from the University of Iowa’s nursing program and the UI ROTC this winter, she looks to Arizona, where she will take the next steps in her career as a nurse for the U.S....

Johnson County Courthouse.

Non-jury trial date set for man accused of shooting Marine while aiming for squirrel

Meg Doster, News Reporter December 14, 2021

An Iowa City man accused of accidentally shooting a marine with a pellet gun while aiming at a squirrel is set to appear in court in February. Philip Olson, 69, will appear in a non-jury trial on...

Recently appointed member of the Truth and Reconciliation Committee Tony Currin. Currin is also the Affirmative Action Chair for the Johnson County Democrats. (Contributed)

Iowa City leader to run for Iowa House

Lauren White, Politics Reporter December 13, 2021

Iowa City community leader Tony Currin announced on Monday that he will be running for Iowa House as a Democrat to replace Rep. Mary Mascher, D-Iowa City, in District 89.  According to a press...

Dumpling Darling, a restaurant in downtown Iowa City, is seen on Monday, Dec. 13, 2021. Dumpling Darling will be closing Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021.

Dumpling Darling to close permanently

Josie Fischels, Managing Editor December 13, 2021

Thousands of students will leave Iowa City next week for winter break, but one restaurant will not be waiting for them when they come back. On Monday morning, Dumpling Darling announced that the...

Anxiety during pregnancy leads to increased postpartum depression, researchers find

Anxiety during pregnancy leads to increased postpartum depression, researchers find

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter December 13, 2021

Researchers studying Veterans Affairs health care across the country found that maternal pregnancy-related anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder can lead to problems for pregnant...

The Phi Gamma Delta house is seen on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021.

Iowa FIJI chapter denies wrongdoing in lawsuit over alleged sexual assault

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor December 13, 2021

The University of Iowa chapter of the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity, commonly known as FIJI, rebuffed accusations that it aided and abetted a sexual assault, as the chapter and two former members face...

Elinor Levin, Iowa House of Representative candidate for District 89, poses for a portrait at Encounter Cafe in Iowa City on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021.

Democrat Elinor Levin looking to bring new ideas to Iowa Statehouse

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Editor December 13, 2021

Elinor Levin had wanted to run for office for several years, and with the retirement of Rep. Mary Mascher, D-Iowa City, who has been in her seat since 1995, Levin says she has found the right opportunity....