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Roxy Ekberg

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter

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Roxy Ekberg is a first year at the University of Iowa. In the Honors Program, she is double majoring in journalism and political science with a minor in Spanish. Prior to her role as a politics reporter, she worked news reporter at the Daily Iowan and worked at her local newspaper The Wakefield Republican.

All content by Roxy Ekberg
Speaker of the House, Pat Grassley, R-New Hartford, looks over documents during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024. Grassley has been in the house since 2007.

Iowa lawmakers gaveled out the session Saturday, here’s how leaders’ priorities fared

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
April 20, 2024
The U.S. Capitol is seen in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, April 09, 2024.

While border crossings remain high, Iowa’s federal delegation talks solutions

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
April 10, 2024
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds talks with supporters after the 2023 Thanksgiving Family Forum hosted by The FAMiLY Leader, an organization dedicated to advancing the role of religious values in government, at the Marriott hotel in downtown Des Moines on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. Ramaswamy sat with his son, who ran onto the stage earlier in the event. The event began at 3:30 p.m. with a round table discussion, and was followed by meet-and-greet events with each of the candidates, which included Vivek Ramaswamy, Ron DeSantis, and Nikki Haley.

Reynolds announces grants for summer meal programs

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
April 10, 2024
U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks answers questions during an interview at the Longworth House Office Building in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.

Miller-Meeks now heads caucus of climate-minded conservatives, the second-ever to lead the caucus

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
April 10, 2024
U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks answers questions during an interview at the Longworth House Office Building in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.

Q&A | U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks speaks on new position, reforms to legal immigration

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
April 10, 2024
U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson answers questions during an interview in front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.

Q&A | U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson speaks on southern border

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
April 10, 2024
U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley answers questions during an interview at the Hart Senate Office Building in Washington D.C. on Monday, April 8, 2024. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Q&A | U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley talks potential TikTok ban, FAFSA

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
April 8, 2024
State representatives stand for a moment of silence for the school shooting that happened in Perry, Iowa, during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024. The shooting took place on Jan. 4.

Reynolds signs bill waiving graduation, state testing requirements for Perry following shooting

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
April 5, 2024
An organizer speaks during South East Iowa’s Transgender Day of Visibility at College Green Park in Iowa City on Sunday, March 31, 2024. An event at the James Theatre raised around 2,000 dollars for the Iowa Trans Mutual Aid Fund, which goes toward gender-affirming care for Iowans on Friday night.

Iowa City activists, residents rally for Transgender Day of Visibility

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
March 31, 2024
Paula Scanlan, former teammate of transgender athlete Lia Thomas, speaks during a Young American’s for Freedom sponsored event at Iowa Memorial Union’s Black Box theatre on Monday, March 25, 2024.

Former UPenn swimmer Paula Scanlan lectures at UI

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg
March 25, 2024
U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley R-Iowa speaks with community members about local issues at Merge Iowa City on Monday, March 25, 2024.

Grassley discusses his bipartisan bill that would up the number of legal immigrants at IC townhall

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
March 25, 2024
Demonstrators gather on the steps of the Old Capitol in Iowa City to raise awareness on transgender discrimination on International Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31, 2023. This Trans Day of Visibility is sponsored by the Today You, Tomorrow Me mutual aid group.

Johnson County activists to hold events leading up to Transgender Day of Visibility

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
March 24, 2024
Grow Johnson County Farm Manager Dusty Sanor stands next to her crops before an interview on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

Sen. Joni Ernst led Senate effort to name March 21 “National Women in Ag Day”

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
March 20, 2024
Polling booths at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 03, 2020. Few voters came as the evening approached 7:00 PM.

Round Two: Student voters disappointed in 2024 election candidates

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg
March 19, 2024
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds responds to a question asked by a reporter at a press conference at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022.

Iowa Senate passes Area Education Agency overhaul

Roxy Ekberg and Liam Halawith
March 18, 2024
A church leader speaks during a service at Sanctuary Community Center, a church in Coralville, on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Adey and Tom Wassink are pastors who advocate for women’s rights and LGBTQ+ rights within their organization.

Local churches provide safe space for LGBTQ+ community

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
March 5, 2024
Karry Putzy works at her computer at Solon High School, In Solon, Iowa on Monday Feb. 26. (Emma Gutzman/The Daily Iowan)

Lawmakers eye teacher wage bump as way to combat growing teacher shortage

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
February 27, 2024
Vince Everett Ellison holds up a photo of Iowa City activist graffiti during a guest lecture at the IMU on Monday, Feb. 26, 2024. Ellison is a conservative speaker invited by YAF who opposes DEI and abortion. Two dozen protesters played a “bingo board” made out of Ellison’s talking points.

Iowa YAF brings Vince Everett Ellison to IMU, protesters raise money for reproductive health care

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg
February 27, 2024
State representatives stand for a moment of silence for the school shooting that happened in Perry, Iowa, during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024. The shooting took place on Jan. 4.

Politics Notebook | Iowa House lawmakers advance amended teacher pay proposal

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg
February 26, 2024
Iowa City community members hold a vigil for Nex Benedict on the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024. Benedict, a 16-year-old nonbinary teen from Owasso, Oklahoma, died after an altercation with other students at school. The official cause of their death has not yet been determined.

Over 100 IC residents hold vigil for death of nonbinary teen Nex Benedict Friday night

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
February 23, 2024
The Iowa State Capitol is seen during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024.

Politics Notebook | Iowa House Republicans approved 3 percent increase in school funding

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg
February 22, 2024
Staffers listen to a representative during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024.

Iowa legislators advance a bill to increase teacher pay

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
February 15, 2024
Lawmakers sit in the house chamber during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024.

Politics Notebook | Iowa House Lawmakers advance bill to allow felons to run for president

Liam Halawith, Alejandro Rojas, and Roxy Ekberg
February 13, 2024
Mandi Remington prepares breakfast with her daughter Arya Nichols on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024.

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds rejects summer food program as local resources strain

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg
February 13, 2024
The Iowa State Capitol is seen during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024.

Iowa lawmakers advance bill to arm teachers, require police officers in schools

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
February 12, 2024
The inside of the gold dome is seen during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024. The Republicans have 34 seats in the senate and the Democrats have 16 seats.

Iowa lawmakers advance bill to codify Iowa Board of Regents changes to DEI

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
February 12, 2024
Iowa Board of Regents president Michael Richards prepares for lunch break during a board meeting in Cedar Falls, Iowa, on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023.

Proposed legislation would cap tuition increases at 3 percent at Iowa’s public universities

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
February 6, 2024
Christina Bohannan speaks at a roundtable event at the Medical Education Building in Iowa City on Monday Feb. 5, 2024.

Bohannan angles campaign toward young Iowa voters

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor
February 6, 2024
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Caucus Night Watch Party at the Sheraton in West Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. Republican voters assembled statewide to participate in the caucuses despite the cold and extreme winter weather across the state. Former President Donald Trump won the caucuses in a dominant and early fashion with 51 percent support from Republicans while DeSantis trailed in second with 21 percent as of 11:15 p.m. Around 250 people showed up to listen to DeSantis. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Reynolds announces plan to send more Iowa National Guardsmen to U.S.-Mexico border

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
February 5, 2024
The Iowa State Capitol is seen in Des Moines on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024.

Politics Notebook | Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds introduces bill to legally define men, women

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg
February 1, 2024
Jessie looks back toward her camp in the early evening on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023. Jessie hails from Georgia and said she faced trauma in her upbringing there. As fall and winter weather brings colder days to Iowa City, individuals living outside can be put at risk. Iowa City’s homeless population must navigate a set of difficulties which includes food insecurity, exposure to the elements and often personal traumas and or addiction. Despite the hardship, individuals have become increasingly resourceful and have built community-like networks as well as intricate encampments.

Proposed Iowa bills could reduce advocacy for people experiencing homelessness

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
January 30, 2024
Iowa Sen. Pam Jochum, D-Dubuque, speaks at the March for Our Lives Demonstration during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024. The demonstration was held to callout lawmakers on the topic of gun violence following the school shooting in Perry, Iowa on Jan. 4. Jochum has served in the senate since 2009 and prior to that was in the house from 1993-2007.

Iowa Senate Democrats propose reproductive rights amendment

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
January 30, 2024
The Iowa State Capitol is seen in Des Moines on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024.

Iowa lawmakers advance bill requiring proof of U.S. citizenship to receive in-state tuition

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
January 29, 2024
Iowa Sen. Janice Weiner, D-Iowa City, speaks at a public forum hosted by the League of Women’s Voters of Johnson County in the Iowa City Senior Center on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024. The forum is the first of three scheduled during the 2024 Legislative session and the topic of discussion is education.

JoCo legislators discuss gun reform at public forum

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
January 27, 2024
State Auditor Rob Sand speaks to the Iowa City community at Iowa City Hall on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023.

Lower-income Iowans paying higher property taxes, report finds

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
January 23, 2024
Attendees wait for Iowa caucuses to begin at Clear Creek Elementary School in Oxford, Iowa, on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. Trump led the precinct with 32 votes.

Iowa experts speculate future of the first-in-the-nation caucuses

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
January 22, 2024
Speaker of the House, Pat Grassley, R-New Hartford, looks over documents during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024. Grassley has been in the house since 2007.

Iowa lawmakers affirm support for Israel, pro-Palestine protesters call for ceasefire

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
January 18, 2024
The Iowa State Capitol is seen during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024.

Iowa lawmakers introduce bill to revoke financial aid from students who support ‘terrorism’

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
January 18, 2024
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird speaks during a Moms for Liberty Rally at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024.

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird sues TikTok

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
January 17, 2024
Caucusgoers Rosalina and Dave Legg volunteer before the caucus begins at East High School in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. Precinct Officials and volunteers set up as early caucus-goers entered the cafeteria.

Iowa caucuses see record-low voter turnout

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
January 16, 2024
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis waves during DeSantis Caucus Night Watch Party at the Sheraton in West Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024.

DeSantis follows far behind Trump with second place in caucuses

Alejandro Rojas, Natalie Miller, and Roxy Ekberg
January 16, 2024
Liliana Corbett adjusts merchandise during a campaign event for Republican Presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy at the Hilton Garden Inn in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024. Ramaswamy spoke to over a hundred supporters about his values and ideas on topics involving veteran care, climate change, and the First Amendment.

Ramaswamy suspends campaign after dismal Iowa Republican caucuses results

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Reporter
January 16, 2024
Former President Donald Trump speaks during Trump’s Commit to Caucus Rally at Des Moines Area Community College in Newton, Iowa on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024. The Iowa caucuses take place on Jan. 15. Trump brought up Jan. 6, 2021, but said the real threat to democracy was President Joe Biden. 

Trump hints at vice president choice at Des Moines Fox News town hall

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
January 11, 2024
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy speaks during the “No Eminent Domain! No Carbon Pipelines!” Rally at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024. Ramaswamy did not qualify for the Republican presidential debate in Iowa later that night.

Iowa Rep. Steven Holt switches his presidential endorsement to Ramaswamy

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
January 10, 2024
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds delivers her annual Condition of the State Address on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024.

Raising teacher pay, cutting taxes legislative priorities for Gov. Kim Reynolds

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg
January 9, 2024
Iowa Rep. Jennifer Konfrst, D-Windsor Heights, speaks during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024. Konfrst has served in the house since 2019.

Iowa lawmakers pin tax reform, cost reduction as top priorities for 2024

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg
January 8, 2024
Jordan Lee, 14, of Des Moines of East High School, holds a sign up at the March for Our Lives Demonstration during the first day of the 2024 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024. The demonstration was held to call out lawmakers on the topic of gun violence following the school shooting in Perry, Iowa on Jan. 4.

Iowa students stage walkout to demand stricter gun laws after Perry shooting

Roxy Ekberg and Liam Halawith
January 8, 2024
Dogs wait to be walked at Pack AMO, a home-environment kennel service, in Iowa City on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2023.

Cases of unidentified dog disease in Iowa, experts say not to panic

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
December 12, 2023
Protestors leave the Pentacrest during the Transgender Solidarity March in Iowa City on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023. The march began on the steps of the Old Capitol and circled around downtown Iowa City.

UI students, IC residents march in protest of police charges against protester arrests

Roxy Ekberg and Shreya Reddy
December 9, 2023
Photo contributed by Cory Bonnett

Two Johnson County EMTs retire after 30-plus years

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
December 7, 2023
Kale is seen at the Johnson County Historic Poor Farm in Iowa City on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023

Johnson County supervisors incentivize pesticide reduction

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
December 4, 2023
Republican presidential candidate and Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during the 99th County Rally at the Thunderdome in Newton, Iowa on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. DeSantis’ 99th stop in Jasper County, Iowa rounds out the “full Grassley”.

DeSantis boosts ground game in Iowa, completes 99-county tour of state

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
December 2, 2023
The Johnson County meeting room is seen before a Johnson County Board of Supervisors meeting at the Johnson County Administration Building in Iowa City on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023.

Johnson County housing report reveals gaps in affordable housing

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
November 28, 2023
Youth & Family Service Manager Laurie Nash works in her office at the Johnson County Health & Human Services building in Iowa City on Monday, Nov. 27, 2023.

Johnson County child care wage enhancement program yields positive results

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
November 27, 2023
Attendees plant flags during the Student Solidarity Walkout at the Pentacrest on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. The demonstration was organized by the Iowa City Students for Justice in Palestine.

Students walk out in support of Palestine, issue second open letter to UI

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
November 17, 2023
Students stand outside of Burge Residence Hall during an evacuation at Burge Residence Hall on the University of Iowa campus in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. A Hawk Alert was issued at 11:29 a.m. to evacuate the building due to a suspicious package. Another Hawk Alert was issued at 12:06 p.m. stating the the issue was resolved.

Burge Residence Hall evacuated after suspicious package, incident now resolved

Alejandro Rojas and Roxy Ekberg
November 17, 2023
Dean Kidd and Kevin Wyne hold a conversation during RAGBRAI in Iowa City on July 29, 2023. Multiple vendors set up on Clinton Street to give breakfast to bikers.

RAGBRAI stop in Coralville raises over $56,000 for local organizations, donations to IC schools

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
November 16, 2023
Drax, a therapy dog, sits by students at Trowbridge Hall at the University of Iowa on Tuesday November 14, 2023. (Theodore Retsinas/The Daily Iowan)

New therapy dog Drax attends UI class, aids in instruction

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
November 15, 2023
Veterans and event goers hold a conversation at the reception after the University of Iowa Veterans Plaza Dedication at the Iowa Memorial Union in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023.

UI hosts dedication for new Veterans Plaza outside Iowa Memorial Union

Alejandro Rojas and Roxy Ekberg
November 10, 2023
A student protestor holds up a “Free Palestine” sign during a demonstration on the University of Iowa campus to demand more support for Palestinian students and anti-apartheid causes, and for University administrators to be held accountable for providing resources to Israel. The demonstration began outside of Jessup Hall and then marched to President Barbara Wilson’s house on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2033.

IC students organize pro-Palestine walkout on the Pentacrest Friday afternoon

Roxy Ekberg and Alejandro Rojas
November 10, 2023
At-Large Iowa City City Council member Laura Bergus addresses her supporters after results project her victory during her watch party at The Green House in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. (Jordan Barry/ The Daily Iowan)

Laura Bergus beats 8-year Iowa City City Council District A incumbent Pauline Taylor

Isabelle Foland and Roxy Ekberg
November 7, 2023
Kim Painter, recorder for Johnson County, poses for a portrait in Iowa City, on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. Painter recieved the Rick Graf award from the Iowa City Human Rights Commission for her help legalizing gay marriage in Iowa.

JoCo recorder Kim Painter awarded for LGBTQ+, gay marriage advocacy

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
November 7, 2023
Photo contributed by Rebecca Conard

Historic exhibit for Lulu Merle Johnson, JoCo’s eponym progresses

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
November 2, 2023
Steve Swenka hooks up a Gehl grinder-mixer to his tractor at Double G Angus Farms in Tiffin on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023. Double G Farms has been open for 111 years and is currently owned by Steve Swenka and his wife, Amy.

Fall harvest yields a dangerous time for Iowa farmers

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
November 2, 2023
Members of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors sit at panel during a Johnson County Board of Supervisors meeting at the Johnson County Treasurer building in Iowa City on Wednesday Oct. 4, 2023.

Eviction filings reach all-time high in Johnson County

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
October 31, 2023
Iowa City candidate Pauline Taylor writes notes during a City Council candidate meet and greet at the Iowa Memorial Union in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023.

IC City Council candidates meet with UI students ahead of Nov. 7 election

Roxy Ekberg and Alejandro Rojas
October 23, 2023
Luis Aispuro holds a sign during a workers strike in Iowa City on Monday, Aug. 21, 2023.

Starbucks, Iowa union engage in court battle Wednesday over pro-Palestinian social media post

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
October 19, 2023
The Old Capitol Building is seen in Iowa City on Tuesday April, 25, 2023.

UI raises $1.5 billion, plans to get $3 billion with alumni, donors in new campaign

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
October 17, 2023

UI students protest self-identified detransitioner Chloe Cole at IMU lecture

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg
October 17, 2023
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Iowa City police arrest suspect of August fire

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
October 16, 2023
A protester attends a protest with their face painted with the Palestinian flag. Pro-Palestine protesters gathered at the Old Capital in Iowa City on Oct. 15, 2023.

Iowa City area organizers protest Israel-Hamas war

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
October 15, 2023
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 Board of Supervisors approve $1 million in funding youth crisis services

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
October 12, 2023
Cristhian Bahena Rivera stands as the verdict in the trial for the death of Mollie Tibbetts is read on May 28, 2021. Bahena Rivera was found guilty of first-degree murder. (Pool Photo/Associated Press)

Iowa Court of Appeals upholds conviction of Mollie Tibbetts’ killer

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
October 12, 2023
Janelle Greiger, a paramedic at the Johnson County Ambulance Service, prepares to respond to a call on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022. The service explained it is a hit or miss when it comes to how many calls they receive.

Number of deaths stabilize in JoCo following the pandemic

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
October 11, 2023
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.

Tensions boil over during county meetings last week

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
October 11, 2023
Laura Bergus and her supporters wait for the Iowa City Council primary results to come in while waiting at a campaign watch party at the South District Market in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023. (Jordan Barry/ The Daily Iowan)

Incumbents Laura Bergus and Pauline Taylor win Iowa City’s District A primary

Isabelle Foland, Roxy Ekberg, and Alejandro Rojas
October 10, 2023
Horse and buggies are seen at Stringtown Grocery Store in Kalona, Iowa on Sept. 28, 2023. Members of the Amish community oppose the repavement of a road in Kalona from a chip-seal surface to asphalt because the new road wouldn’t be horse friendly.

Amish residents oppose construction materials to update existing JoCo road

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
October 10, 2023
A protest organizer leads chants during the third night of protests following sexual assault allegations against the University of Iowa’s chapter of Phi Gamma Delta at the Pentacrest on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021.

UI Interfraternity Council sexual violence prevention plan sparks conversation among UI activists

Jack Moore and Roxy Ekberg
October 4, 2023
The Johnson County Administration Building is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday Oct. 4 2023.

Johnson County administration building to receive $7.3 million update

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
October 4, 2023
Johnson County Public Health building sign is seen Iowa City on Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023.

JoCo Public Health selected for grant program to address vaccine inequities

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
September 27, 2023
National Alliance of Mental Illness Pamphlets seen at the Guide Link Center in Iowa City on Sept. 15, 2023.

JoCo reports jump in youth crises, merges mental health services

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
September 26, 2023
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Iowa City missing teen Bridget Stone located

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
September 22, 2023
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
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
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
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Iowa City police request help finding missing teen

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
September 15, 2023
The Phi Gamma Delta house is seen on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021.

Location of FIJI trial disputed between fraternity members and case plaintiff Makéna Solberg

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
September 15, 2023
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.

Youth crisis stabilization center facilities begin renovations despite no guaranteed funding

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
September 14, 2023
Johnson County Emergency Medical Services team leaves the Johnson County Ambulance and Medical Examiner building in Iowa City to respond to a call on Thursday, April 6, 2023.

JoCo supervisors give $1.3 million in supplementary funds to county ambulance services

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
September 14, 2023
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy speaks during the 4th District tailgate Presidential Rally in Nevada, Iowa on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The tailgate featured speeches from republican Presidential candidates, Governor Kim Reynolds, and U.S. representative Miller-Meeks.

Vivek Ramaswamy, Asa Hutchinson among Republican presidential candidates speak at Cy-Hawk tailgate

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
September 9, 2023
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 Board of Supervisors to defer vote on $1 million in funding youth crisis services

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
September 6, 2023
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.

Johnson County Supervisors approve emergency contraception funds

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
September 5, 2023
Captain John Good shows an overnight sobering cell during a tour of the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office on April 20, 2023. Good explained that sometimes multiple inmates at a time have to sleep on the floor.

Johnson County officials continue discussions on future of county jail

Alejandro Rojas and Roxy Ekberg
September 4, 2023
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.

Secondary Roads Apprenticeship Program to open engineering technician position

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
August 30, 2023
An Iowa City police car is seen on March 2, 2023.

Iowa City Public Library resumes regular schedule after bomb threat

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
August 30, 2023
Construction worker Jordan Walker works on a construction project for a new Starbucks location at the Iowa Memorial Union on Friday, Aug. 25, 2023.

UI continues with multiple capital improvement projects as part of ten-year master plan

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
August 29, 2023
Iowa City Community school buses are seen outside of Liberty High School on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021.

Iowa City High School sends students home because of total power loss

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
August 25, 2023
Organizers of the Iowa Memorial Union food pantry cut the ribbon during the pantrys grand opening in Iowa City on Thursday Aug. 24, 2023.

UI food pantry and clothing closet open space in Iowa Memorial Union

Will Bower and Roxy Ekberg
August 24, 2023
Supervisors listen to a speaker during a Johnson County Board of Supervisors meeting at the Johnson County Administration Building in Iowa City on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023.

JoCo Board of Supervisors to soon vote on county paying for rape survivors’ medication

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter
August 23, 2023
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