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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

Couples and friends sit, walk, and talk in the Old Capitol Mall in Iowa City, Iowa on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2017.

Freddy’s and Panera Bread comes to the Old Capitol Town Center, Office of Sustainability moves out

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter December 13, 2018

The Old Capitol Town Center will see new additions next semester with two chain restaurants, Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers and Panera Bread, moving in. Kevin Digmann, general manager of...

DITV News: Bernardine Franks Feature

Susanna Klooster, TV Reporter December 13, 2018

The interior of the Visual Arts Building on the west side of campus as seen on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017.

UI art students use new technology to turn their thoughts into reality

Aadit Tambe, News Reporter December 13, 2018

 The University of Iowa School of Art & Art History trains students to use new technology to bring their thoughts to reality. Computerized numerical cutting is a process by which a computer commands...

Bernadine Franks, a 67-year-old upcoming UI graduate, poses for a portrait in Wild Bills Coffeeshop on Tuesday, December 12, 2018. Franks made a promise to her mother she would graduate college and now she is earning a degree in social work.

67-year-old woman to graduate the UI on Saturday

Josie Fischels, News Reporter December 13, 2018

More than 50 years ago, Bernadine Franks made a promise. “I was a pretty good student in school,” Franks said. “[My mom] just wanted more for me and knew I was capable of doing more than I had to...

Pentacrest Gardens as seen on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018.

City Council likely to OK maximum height bonuses on Pentacrest Garden Apartments

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter December 13, 2018

After a monthslong battle in City Hall, a controversial building project may move forward soon. In the Iowa City City Council work session on Dec. 4, four of the seven city councilors informally signaled...

The U.S. Capitol is seen on March 13, 2018.

Industrial hemp legalization gaining momentum in Iowa

Julia DiGiacomo, Politics Reporter December 13, 2018

In addition to being at the forefront of national agricultural conversation with the sprawling 2018 farm bill, industrial hemp legislation is likely on the horizon for the upcoming Iowa legislative session. Iowa...

Cars drive on Burlington Street in Iowa City on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018.

New report ranks Iowa as second-best state to drive in

Christopher Borro, News Reporter December 13, 2018

A national report has ranked Iowa as the second-best state for motorists in the country. According to the 2018 Bankrate Best States for Drivers Study, only North Dakota beats the Hawkeye State when it...

Pancheros sits open downtown Iowa City on Monday, Jan. 26, 2015. Pancheros is one of four sponsors for Dance Marathon this year.

Pancheros begins delivery service

Kate Pixley, News Reporter December 13, 2018

Hungry Iowa City residents who don’t want to leave their homes now have another food-delivery option. Pancheros recently announced it would begin delivering food from its Iowa City and Coralville restaurants...

A farmer harvests corn near Washington, Iowa on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017.

Congress passes farm bill, solidifying a 5-year budget for agriculture and food assistance programs

Julia Shanahan, Politics Reporter December 12, 2018

Nearly three months since its deadline passed, both chambers of Congress approved a finalized version of the 2018 Farm Bill. The farm bill is a sprawling piece of legislation renewed every five years that...

The Old Capitol is seen on Nov. 25, 2018.

UI fraternity Kappa Sigma loses status as registered student organization

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor December 12, 2018

The University of Iowa has removed Kappa Sigma Beta-Rho's status as a registered student organization for violating policies on hazing and alcohol. The Kappa Sigma International Fraternity also voted to...

On Tuesday, December 12, 2018 Student organization COGS staged a work-in in the IMU.

COGS woes regents’ contract proposal, says it leaves out important items

Aadit Tambe, News Reporter December 12, 2018

The state Board of Regents’ contract proposal for the University of Iowa’s graduate employees’ union included a policy on wages, but not other items such as sick-leave policy, paid leave, and working...

UI President Bruce Harreld speaks with The Daily Iowan in an interview in the Presidents Office on Friday, Dec. 7, 2018.

Q&A: UI President Bruce Harreld talks state funding, student life

DI Staff December 12, 2018

The Daily Iowan: In November, the regents approved the UI’s request to close the Labor Center and other centers and institutes, and community members continue to protest the decision in hopes of securing...

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