Health
Iowa City Regina Cancels Classes Due to High Absenteeism
School cites rapid increase in student illness, will deep clean facilities during closure
Nominations Open for Stead Family Children's Hospital 2026 Kid Captain Program
The program honors pediatric patients with once-in-a-lifetime experiences and shares their inspirational stories.
VA Workers to Hold Vigil for Slain Nurse Alex Pretti
Union, community members to honor VA ICU nurse killed by federal agents
Politics
Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition Director Runs for Supervisor
Jessica Andino announces campaign for District 2 seat on Johnson County Board of Supervisors
Iowa City Labor Federation Backs County Candidates
Endorsements go to incumbent Johnson County Attorney and Supervisor
Iowa City students protest ICE over controversial killings
Over 100 students across the Iowa City school district walked out to demonstrate against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.
Lifestyle
University of Iowa Dance Marathon raises record $1.69M
Annual event surpasses previous year's total to support pediatric cancer patients
Community Members Discuss Johnson County's Food System at Public Forum
Annual event hosted by the Johnson County Food Policy Council brings together residents, nonprofits, and advocates to shape future food policy.
University of Iowa Dance Marathon returns for 32nd year
Annual 24-hour event raises millions for pediatric cancer research and support
Crime
Ely Man Charged with Cocaine Possession After Jail Booking
Police allegedly found drugs on the 21-year-old after responding to a call about him refusing to leave an apartment complex.
Iowa Man Arrested for Illegal Firearm Purchase Attempt
Courtney Morris faces charges after being caught on video trying to buy a gun despite prior felony convictions.
Suspect in Ped Mall Shooting Given Deferred Judgment
24-year-old Iziah Poulsen avoids jail time for 2024 incident that injured two people
Business
Ford's Garage Brings 1920s Automotive Nostalgia to Iowa
New restaurant chain plans up to 3 locations in Iowa cities over next 5 years.
Iowa Ag Department Seeks Budget Boost to Expand Choose Iowa Program
Funding request includes $1.3 million increase to cover operational costs and $300,000 to grow local food marketing initiative
Iowa Ag department seeks budget hike to expand Choose Iowa program
The $1.3 million request would cover operational costs and grow the state's local food marketing initiative.
