Crime
Iowa City Man Accused of Assaulting Protected Party in No-Contact Order
Zachary Washpun faces multiple charges including domestic abuse and harassment
Transient with lengthy criminal history accused of overnight car burglary
Iowa City police say security footage shows Brandy Fulton entering a vehicle and stealing items
Two Arrested After Fight at Iowa City Nightclub
Incident involved violation of protective order and suspected drug possession
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.
Lifestyle
Compeer Fundraiser Set for Pop's BBQ on Wednesday
Fundraiser to support Compeer's mission of reducing loneliness and isolation for adults with mental illness.
Iowa Hunters Can Pitch Rule Changes at Local DNR Meetings
Iowa City meeting set for Wednesday to discuss 2025 hunting season data and potential regulation updates
Iowa's Public Universities Reveal Origins of School Colors
Iconic hues of Hawkeyes, Cyclones, and Panthers have deep roots in state history
Business
Iowa City Approves Urban Renewal for Sycamore Mall Area
City leaders aim to revitalize the aging shopping center and surrounding neighborhood.
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
Entertainment
Acclaimed Composers Liebermann and Kahane Discuss Artistry in Iowa City
Composers featured in upcoming UI Symphony Orchestra concert
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.
