José Yugar-Cruz, an asylum-seeker from Bolivia the Trump administration has been attempting to deport the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) since April, has secured release from ICE custody, Escucha Mi Voz Iowa (EMV) announced on Friday morning. According to the news release from the Iowa City-based nonprofit that assists and advocates for immigrants, Yugar-Cruz was […]
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Review: ‘Clumsy’ stepsisters, magical fairies and ballroom tableaus help give Ballet Des Moines a happy ending to the season
Ballet Des Moines brought Sergei Prokofiev’s Cinderella to the Des Moines Civic Center earlier this month, a timeless tale made for the big stage. This charming production drew audiences of all ages, thanks in great part to their community ticketing program, a partnership with Iowa libraries that has introduced ballet to hundreds of library patrons throughout their season.
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Central Iowa Water Works asks its 600,000 customers to ‘use water wisely’ as nitrate levels spike
It has been almost a year since Central Iowa Water Works (CIWW) had to impose an unprecedented outdoor watering ban on the 600,000 residential and business customers it serves in the Greater Des Moines area and beyond because of the high levels of nitrate pollution in the Raccoon and Des Moines rivers. Now, the water […]
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Letter to the editor: Joe Reilly listens, builds consensus and then acts. He’ll do the same as a supervisor
By Rachel Eisenmann, Iowa City I know that Joe Reilly will be successful as a Johnson County Supervisor because of his measured approach in partnerships. He listens first and then acts. This is a vital process that he brings into partnerships and neighborhood meetings. I have always admired how straight forward Joe is in presenting […]
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Letter to the editor: Mandi Remington understands the challenges facing UIHC workers
Submitted on behalf of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) at UIHC SEIU at UIHC is proud to unanimously endorse Mandi. Admittedly, we did not find her opponent’s platform to have any serious problems. However, what made Mandi a clear choice for us was that we wish to retain a strong ally as a county […]
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Letter to the editor: Mandi Remington is a Johnson County leader for our time
By Nick and Laura Bergus, Iowa City Mandi Remington is a Johnson County leader for our time. During her first term as County Supervisor, Mandi has consistently reached into the community to bring more voices into critical decisions. Mandi uses her background in community organizing to take a holistic approach to governing. Mandi understands that […]
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In July 1933, Bonnie and Clyde’s gang hid out at an Iowa amusement park — and were nearly killed in a shootout with police
Americans have always had a soft spot for flamboyant, devil-may-care criminals and the tales of their escapades and fast living. Add in a doomed love affair, and you’ve really got an enduring hit. The infamous Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow were together just a few short years, meeting in January 1930 and dying in a […]
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Fully Booked at DMPL: Dynamic dinosaur books
Lately, I’ve had dinos on the brain. Luckily, as a youth librarian, I’m not alone — after all, kids and dinosaurs go together like mac and cheese! I try to have some fun dino books ready for those eager kids looking to get a little closer to what our planet was like eons ago. I […]
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Brenna Bird meets JD Vance, Stephen Miller and fellow Republican AGs in D.C. for fraud roundtable
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird was in Washington D.C. on Tuesday for a meeting of the White House Fraud Task Force led by Vice President JD Vance. “I’m grateful for the time today with Vice President Vance, Andrew Ferguson, Stephen Miller, and the White House Fraud Task force,” Bird said in a news release issued […]
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Album Review: Mark Haugen — ‘Maybe Next Year’
Maybe Next Year by Mark Haugen “There are anchors and balloons, tell me which one are you?” This was the first lyric to spring from Mark Haugen’s latest album cycle. Releasing “Anchors and Balloons” as the lead single of Maybe Next Year was a thoughtful choice; the song’s lyrics tease the world of the full […]
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Letter to the editor: The jail bond proposal is about fixing a problem, not reforming a system
By Lauren Whitehead, Solon City Council member from 2017-2026 I appreciate that V Fixmer-Oraiz is being open about their opposition to the proposed 120-bed jail (not 240, as often cited). If you are going to oppose a project, do it honestly and directly. I have tremendous respect for V as a community leader and influential […]
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Complaint against Sen. Zach Wahls dismissed by Iowa Senate Ethics Committee, citing lack of evidence
The Iowa Senate Ethics Committee voted Friday to dismiss a complaint against state Sen. Zach Wahls, D-Coralville, for his past employment as executive director of the Next 50 Network while serving in the state Legislature. The complaint, filed by Kathy Ulrich of Cedar Rapids, alleges Wahls, who is running to become the Democratic candidate for […]
