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Iowa City school district pulls controversial book after bomb threats

Lang 3/30/23 The Iowa City Community School District has removed a book from school shelves that was believed to be tied to bomb threats made to Northwest Junior High. The school was evacuated after threats were received...Read More

Downtown Iowa City towing begins at 2 a.m. on Friday, March 31 for street cleaning

City of Iowa City News release Crews will clean winter debris from Downtown Iowa City streets overnight Friday, March 31, 2023, beginning at 2 a.m. Vehicles parked in tow-away zones will be removed. Towing will impact Prentiss...Read More

Iowa City Landfill closing at 11:30 a.m. March 31; will remain closed April 1

The Iowa City Landfill & Recycling Center will close at 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 31, 2023, and remain closed Saturday, April 1, due to high winds. Questions? Call 319-356-5185. Visit www.icgov.org/landfill for more information about services....Read More

Coralville man accused of assaulting man in Coral Ridge Mall parking lot

Hunter 03/30/23 A Coralville man was arrested early Thursday morning after allegedly assaulting another man in a Coral Ridge Mall parking lot. Police say they were called by the victim, who told them he was attacked just...Read More

Iowa City Police seek person of interest in burglary investigation

City of Iowa City news release On March 9, 2023, Iowa City Police responded to an address on Thistle Court for a burglary report. An investigation into the incident determined an unknown person or persons forced their...Read More

Chicago man charged with animal abuse

Hunter 03/30/23 A Chicago man wanted on a warrant for a contempt charge was arrested earlier this week after allegedly striking a dog. Police say 36-year-old Mancel Murphy was seen on the 300 block of the Coralville...Read More

Johnson and Linn Counties agree to wage increases for Supervisors and County positions

Hunter 03/30/23 The Johnson County Board of Supervisors has determined the wage increases for elected officials and county employees. The Gazette reports that all elected officials will get at least a 4 percent raise for fiscal year...Read More

Iowa City Counselor calls for less spending on police while Chief says staff is overworked

Hunter 03/30/23 An Iowa City counselor says she will not support increased police funding in the 2024 fiscal year budget, while the police chief says additional staffing is critical to handle the workload. Counselor At-Large Laura Bergus...Read More

Marion teenager accused of involvement in Solon shooting incident reportedly violated probation dozens of times

Hunter 03/30/23 The Marion teenager accused of being part of a drive-by shooting last fall near Shueyville was reportedly on parole and violated terms of his parole dozens of times. According to the original criminal complaint, 19-year-old...Read More

Iowa City South District Announces Brand

Launch Party in May Edited release 03/30/23 Iowa City’s south district has announced a new brand for the area. The newly formed South of 6 Business District, a Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) in Iowa City, is...Read More

Caitlin Clark wins 2023 Naismith Trophy

UI Athletics News Release DALLAS — University of Iowa junior Caitlin Clark is the recipient of the 2023 Naismith Trophy, the most prestigious individual basketball honor presented annually to women’s college basketball’s most outstanding player. The announcement was made on...Read More