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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

Members of the Johnson County League of Women’s Voters at Poindexter Coffee in Iowa City on Oct. 9, 2024. The women meet for monthly coffee to discuss happenings in the league.

Democratic legislators attend forum with focus on environment and water quality

Genevieve DiChiara, News Reporter February 23, 2025

Johnson County League of Women Voters held a legislative forum at the Coralville City Hall Saturday, where all Johnson County State Legislators were invited to attend. Five of nine made an appearance. Zach...

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

UI Iowa Edge cancels peer leadership training course

Isobel Perez, News Reporter February 23, 2025

As University of Iowa students prepared to celebrate Valentine’s Day the morning of Feb. 14, Iowa Edge peer leaders discovered an email in their inboxes announcing the last-minute cancellation of...

Attendees play at a card table during Casino Night at the Iowa Memorial Union on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. The event was hosted by the Campus Activities Board and had a turnout of over two hundred students.

CAB hosts casino night for 22nd year

Genevieve DiChiara, News Reporter February 23, 2025

Slot machines, prizes, food and drinks, and electric energy filled the Iowa Memorial Union Ballroom on Saturday as a long line wrapped around the building by just 8:15 p.m. The Campus Activities...

Oliver Weilein speaks to the Young Democratic Socialists of America at the Iowa Memorial Union on Thursday, Feb 20, 2025. The YDSA invited him to a Q&A to talk about his campaign for Iowa City Council, where he is running against Ross Nusser in a March 4 election.

IC City Council candidate Oliver Weilein holds second meet and greet at IMU

Emma Jane, News Reporter February 20, 2025

The Young Democratic Socialists of America hosted Iowa City City Council candidate Oliver Weilein for a second meet-and-greet event at the Iowa Memorial Union Thursday evening. After introducing...

Former President Donald Trump speaks during his caucus night watch party at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024.

Iowa City immigration lawyers predict a busy four years with Trump

Mia O’Connor-Walker, Politics Reporter February 20, 2025

As President Donald Trump looks to reshape American immigration policy and works to accomplish his vows for mass deportations, two Iowa City lawyers are preparing for the next four years.  Since...

Sheriff Brad Kunkel and Axiom’s Rob Decker talk to the board of supervisors about the declining building quality of the jail and Sheriff’s office during the Johnson County work session in Iowa City on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025.

JoCo Board approves $50,000 for North Liberty Community Pantry expansion

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter February 20, 2025

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors approved a $50,000 agreement to support the construction of the new North Liberty Community Pantry at 250 W Penn St. The agreement met unanimous board approval...

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USG’s new Bridge to Success Scholarship awarded to two UI first-gen students

Isobel Perez, News Reporter February 20, 2025

In recognition of the dedication and work invested into their pursuit of higher education, the University of Iowa’s Undergraduate Student Government awarded the first-ever Bridge to Success Scholarship...

The Stanley Museum of Art is seen in Iowa City, on Sunday, July 23, 2023.

UI alum David Duer goes back in time in his “Art by Indigenous Americans” tour

Isabelle Lubguban, Arts Reporter February 19, 2025

The Stanley Museum’s “Sundays with the Docents” kicked off its February event Sunday with a celebration of the rich heritage of Indigenous Americans. The museum was transformed by the unspoken...

A person is seen diving into the water at City Park Pool on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024.

Iowa City City Council holds public hearing on City Park Pool project

Madison Schuler, News Reporter February 19, 2025

The Iowa City City Council held a public hearing during their meeting on Tuesday, with several members of the council expressing gratitude and excitement for the reconstruction of the City Park Pool. “I...

Cars drive down Riverside St. in Iowa City on Wednesday, February. 19, 2025.

Studies from researchers at the UI affirm dangers of distracted driving

Madison Schuler, News Reporter February 19, 2025

Researchers at the University of Iowa’s Injury Prevention Research Center and the Transportation Research Injury Prevention Safety Lab have found a complete ban on cellphone use while driving, except...

Travelers wait by the gates at the Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2022.

Eastern Iowa Airport finishing expansions after record-breaking year

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter February 19, 2025

The Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids set a new record with 1.5 million people traveling through the airport in 2024. The record marks a 9 percent increase from 2023, which saw 1.4 million people...

Members of the Iowa Senate interact during the second day of the 2025 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025.

Iowa Senate approves bill requiring schools to show videos detailing fetal development

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor February 18, 2025

The Iowa Senate approved a bill to require the state’s public schools to show high quality animations of fetal development in fourth through 12th grade human growth and development classes.  The...