Weather
Dry weather sparks multiple vegetation fires in Iowa
Authorities respond to field blazes in Johnson County and surrounding areas
Dozens of Photos Shared of Iowa City Vegetation Fire
Johnson County Emergency Management documents the rapid spread and response to the blaze west of Iowa City.
Hourly Weather Update for Iowa City, Iowa
As of 3:15 AM UTC on February 22, 2026
Lifestyle
University of Iowa Hosts Annual Honor Band Showcase
The event features talented high school musicians from across the state.
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
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
Viral Bodycam Footage Shows Hazing Ritual at University of Iowa Frat
The incident led to the fraternity's suspension until 2029.
Iowa City Man Accused of Assaulting Mother
Alleged incident occurred while going to store, leading to arrest and charges
Disturbing video reveals alleged hazing at University of Iowa fraternity
Alpha Delta Phi fraternity suspended until 2029 after incident involving 56 blindfolded pledges
Sports
Iowa Hawkeyes Lose Running Backs Coach to the NFL
Omar Young departs Iowa to join the Las Vegas Raiders' coaching staff.
Iowa Athletics apologizes after fan confronts Nebraska's Hoiberg
University vows to review security protocols after court-storming incident
Nebraska Coach Hoiberg Swats Iowa Fan's Phone During Court Storming
Incident occurred after Cornhuskers' upset loss to rival Hawkeyes
