Business
Iowa City School District Approves $3 Million Loan for Payroll
The loan will help the district meet its financial obligations as it works to address a budget discrepancy.
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.
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
Iowa City to Plant Trees in Far West Side Neighborhoods
City's Parks and Forestry staff will begin right-of-way tree plantings this spring.
University of Iowa Hosts Molecular Physiology Seminar
Accessibility accommodations available for attendees with disabilities
KCJJ Co-Owner Janet Soboroff Dies After 2-Year Battle with ALS
Soboroff, 77, was a longtime community leader and radio station operator.
Crime
Suspect Accused of Leading Iowa City Police on Brief Chase
32-year-old Daveon Curry faces multiple charges after allegedly fleeing from officers in January
Missing Coralville Teenager Found Safe
16-year-old Jaxx D. Redmond located after being reported missing earlier this week.
Local Transient Accused of Assaulting Protected Party in No-Contact Order
Dwight Davis faces multiple charges after alleged attack on former partner in Iowa City
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.
