The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Defending John D (Not that He Needs It)

GUEST OPINION March 30, 2012

If there is one thing we should take from the John D'Agata bashing based on his new book, The Lifespan of a Fact, it's that the essay, as an art form, should not be thought of as some journalistic thing...

Go camping with the pigs (well kind of)

CHRIS STEINKE March 30, 2012

Camp Coralville Lake, located on the gorgeous Coralville Reservoir, is the best place to send your child while you do things other than parenting. Instead of staying at home sniping cyber-Arabs, your...

Vigilante justice and Trayvon Martin

REBECCA ABELLERA March 30, 2012

The outcome of the Trayvon Martin case will be a significant marker in U.S. history that may initiate a dangerous, and possibly necessary, cascade of events. It is time for the public to discuss what steps...

Big Ten among nation’s best conferences in women’s tennis

PATRICK MASON March 30, 2012

The Big Ten had six teams — counting Nebraska — ranked by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association at this point last season, and only two of those were ranked in the top 25. But the conference has...

Iowa’s Austin lost and found

TORK MASON March 30, 2012

Justin Austin didn't have the sort of indoor season many expected from the All-American sprinter. He battled minor injuries and was disqualified twice. The former transfer from Kentucky said he lost his...

Down in the count no problem for Hawkeye softball

BEN ROSS March 30, 2012

The Iowa softball team (11-17, 1-2 Big Ten) will have to clean up its hitting this weekend if it hopes to have a chance when Illinois (16-11, 2-1) comes to town. The Hawkeyes dropped two of three to Wisconsin...

Iowa baseball displaying lack of passion

BEN SCHUFF March 30, 2012

The Iowa baseball team will need more than runs, pitching, and defense to be successful this weekend, when the Hawkeyes will travel to Indiana. Manager Jack Dahm spent nearly 10 minutes huddled in right...

Local man charged with controlled substance abuse violation among others

DI STAFF March 30, 2012

A local man was charged with a controlled-substance violation, possession of a controlled substance to keep or permit use in a structure or vehicle, and unlawful possession of prescription drugs. According...

Chicago man charged with domestic abuse assault third or subsequent offense

DI STAFF March 30, 2012

A Chicago man, Tyrone Davis, 31, was charged Thursday with domestic-abuse assault third or subsequent offense. Davis and the victim were reportedly in a verbal argument that lasted several hours when...

Local man charged with second-degree criminal mischief

DI STAFF March 30, 2012

A local man, Areli River, 34, 1440 Prairie Du Chien Road, was charged Wednesday with second-degree criminal mischief. On March 28, River was reportedly found in the Oakland Cemetery, 1000 Brown St. River...

City to engage in partnership with Moen’s Central Park LLC

DI STAFF March 30, 2012

The Iowa City City Council will consider a resolution Tuesday approving an agreement between the city and Central Park LLC. City developer Marc Moen formed Central Park, and the resolution would approve...

Council to hold public hearing Tuesday for city railroad project

DI STAFF March 30, 2012

The Iowa City City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday regarding the approval of the Iowa City Industrial Campus Railroad Siding and Spur Improvements Project. According to the proposal, the...

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