Lifestyle
Iowa City Launches Resident Communications Survey
Translated versions available in multiple languages to gather feedback on city news and updates.
Chariton man James Simpson Jr. dies at 62
Simpson was known as 'Shorty' and passed away at the University of Iowa Hospitals
UI Powwow to Return After One-Year Hiatus
Native American Student Association brings back annual cultural celebration at University of Iowa
Weather
National Weather Service Issues Outdoor Burn Warning
Elevated fire danger conditions expected due to warm temps and strong winds
Overnight Vegetation Fire Battled by Iowa City Firefighters
Crews responded to the blaze on the city's west side in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Field fire on Lake Macbride shore spreads to nearby structure
Multiple agencies respond to blaze that started in vegetation and spread to a building
Business
Iowa City School District Faces Multimillion-Dollar Budget Cut
Inaccurate financial reporting and overspending cited as factors behind the shortfall
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
Crime
Iowa City Man Charged After Roommate Assault
Alleged attack occurred during dispute over moving out
Bread Garden employee agrees to plea deal after ICE detention
Jorge González Ochoa admitted to using fraudulent documents to obtain employment.
Longtime Iowa City Troublemaker Arrested Again
Gary Leon Duffel charged with criminal mischief after alleged incident at hospital
Entertainment
Hancher Auditorium named Billboard 2026 top music venue
Venue praised for 'indie touring' and 'intimate energy' in Midwest
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Delights Iowa City Crowd
Wynton Marsalis and his renowned ensemble perform Duke Ellington-inspired program at Hancher Auditorium
Vitamin String Quartet Brings Classical Covers to Iowa City
The classical quartet performed a lively show featuring songs from 'Bridgerton' and Billie Eilish at the Englert Theatre.
