Weather
Hourly Weather Report for Iowa City, Iowa
As of 6:11 AM UTC on February 27, 2026
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.
Business
University of Iowa Seeks Approval for Multimillion-Dollar Facility Upgrades
Proposed projects aim to modernize radiology, sleep services, and research spaces on campus.
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.
Crime
Iowa Man Accused of Impersonating Twin to Avoid Traffic Ticket
Charges include Tampering with Records and Providing False Identity Information
Bodycam Footage of UI Fraternity Hazing Incident Goes Viral
Footage shows blindfolded pledges covered in food, leading to fraternity suspension and criminal charges
Iowa City Police Seek Public's Help in Vehicle Burglary Probe
Authorities release photo of suspect in string of break-ins on Hawk Ridge Drive
Lifestyle
University of Iowa faculty break silence on infertility, pregnancy loss through 'Chalk' theater
The deeply personal dance-theater work premieres in Iowa City March 21–24.
University of Iowa Proposes Closure of 6 Majors, 2 Academic Units
Moves come after review shows low enrollment in targeted programs
Iowa House Passes 5-Year Tuition Freeze at Public Universities
Legislation aims to provide predictability for students and push universities to cut costs
Entertainment
Del Sol Quartet Performs at University of Iowa
Free concert presented by UI String Quartet Residency Program and UI Center for Asian and Pacific Studies
Wheel of Fortune Contestant Loses $69,000 After Poor Letter Choice
Kendra Lenth's 'fatal flaw' in selecting the first four letters of the alphabet cost her a big bonus round prize.
Jennifer Lopez Visits University of Iowa Campus
Singer and actress tours UI with security detail, sparking social media frenzy among students
