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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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Iowa City woman accused of breaking into former Bochner Chocolate Factory

Iowa City woman accused of breaking into former Bochner Chocolate Factory

Kate Pixley, News Reporter March 31, 2019

Authorities have accused an Iowa City woman of breaking into the former location of the Bochner Chocolate Factory. Christina Fleming, 32, address unknown, was charged March 28 with third-degree burglary....

Iowa City woman accused of shoplifting $1,500 of merchandise from J.C. Penney

Iowa City woman accused of shoplifting $1,500 of merchandise from J.C. Penney

Kate Pixley, News Reporter March 31, 2019

Authorities have accused an Iowa City woman of shoplifting from J.C. Penney. Yvonne Smith, 50, 1910 Western Road, was charged March 28 with second-degree theft. According to an arrest affidavit,...

Camanche man accused of possessing 11 cartridges of THC

Camanche man accused of possessing 11 cartridges of THC

Kate Pixley, News Reporter March 31, 2019

Authorities have accused a Camanche, Iowa, man of possessing 11 cartridges of THC. Dylan Busse, 20, was charged March 30 with failure to affix drug stamp, first-offense OWI, and a controlled-substance...

The Iowa Memorial Union glows in the evening Monday, Oct. 9 2017.

‘The Office’ favorites Kevin and Stanley reunite for a night of comedy in IMU

Josie Fischels, News Reporter March 31, 2019

Kevin and Stanley are taking the trip from Dunder Mifflin Scranton to the University of Iowa. On April 11 the Campus Activities Board will present a night of comedy featuring Brian Baumgartner and Leslie...

Democratic presidential candidate Beto ORourke speaks with members of the press after speaking at the home of John Murphy in Dubuque, Iowa on Sunday, March 16, 2019.

2020 candidate Beto O’Rourke to visit IMU April 7

Sarah Watson, Politics Editor March 30, 2019

Former Democratic Texas Rep. Beto O’Rourke will return to Iowa for a second tour in less than a month as he continues his campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination. He will make a stop at...

A Sysco truck crashes into the railroad above Iowa Avenue on Friday, March 29, 2019.

Semi truck hits Iowa Avenue railroad bridge

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor March 29, 2019

A Sysco semi-truck heading west has hit the railroad track above Iowa Avenue around 10:30 a.m., ripping the top of the trailer container off and scattering debris on the road and the railroad bridge. Sysco...

The ALMA executive board serves food during the Latinas in the Community Dinner in the LNACC on Wednesday, March 27, 2019. The event was hosted by the Association of Latinos Moving Ahead. (ALMA)

The Latinx community gathers to celebrate activism

Rachel Steil, News Reporter March 29, 2019

Latinx in Action Celebration Week at the University of Iowa is being held March 23 through April 3. Members of the Latinx community members are commemorating the work of Latinx activists while engaging...

Vice President candidates answer questions during a University of Iowa Student Government Vice Presidential Debate at Catlett Hall on Thursday, March 28, 2019. The election period for UISG begins on April 3 at 8 a.m. and ends on April 4 at 5 p.m.

UISG VP candidates hold debate

Kate Pixley, News Reporter March 29, 2019

The three University of Iowa Student Government vice-presidential candidates participated in a UISG VP debate on Thursday night at Catlett Hall. Madhuri Belkale of Inspire UI, Sarah Henry of Ignite Iowa,...

Icicles form on the Old Capitol on Monday, Jan. 28, 2019.

Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities turns 10 years old, selects Keokuk as next partner

Katie Ann McCarver, News Reporter March 28, 2019

The Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities announced that its partner during the next academic year will be the city of Keokuk, Iowa. The collaboration coincides with the IISC’s 10th anniversary...

Barre3, a new barre workout business in Iowa City, is seen on its opening day on Thursday March 28 2019.

Barre3 opened doors to Iowa City-area residents this week

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter March 28, 2019

The popular fitness studio from the West Coast Barre3 has found a home with studio owner Maureen Beran in Iowa City. Starting with Thursday’s grand opening, eastern Iowa residents can experience Barre3...

University of Iowa Professor Stephen Warren poses for a portrait in Schaeffer Hall on Tuesday, March 26, 2019. Warren teaches History  and American Studies with a focus on the Shawnee Tribe.

Shawnee people reclaim their history with help of research done by UI professor

Annie Fitzpatrick, News Reporter March 28, 2019

When studying historical records, it is important to remember the context in which they were written — and who wrote them — may misrepresent groups and events. In the case of Native Americans, University...

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