When Can I File My 2012 Tax Return?

The IRS has announced a delayed start to the 2012 tax filing season. Here's the date of when you can file plus some locations in Iowa City to get help on your taxes.

The 57th Presidential Inauguration: Schedule of Events

From community service activities to glitzy balls, the weekend will be packed with presidential pomp. What are your plans for viewing the inauguration in Iowa? Tell us in the comment section below.

Presidential Inauguration 2013: Where, What and Who to Watch

Stuck in Iowa City and not able to party with the president in Washington D.C.? Here's your guide to the inauguration of President Barack Obama.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day: What's Open, What's Closed in Iowa City on the Holiday?

A list of closings and availability for city services in Iowa City on the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

Gov. Branstad Recommends Funds to Support Board of Regents Tuition Freeze, Affecting ISU, UNI, and U of I

The governor called for more than $483 million in general fund appropriations to the universities for fiscal year 2014. He also called for extra appropriations for UNI, due to their large percentage of instate students.

Johnson County Legislators Back Funding for Mental Health Reform in Transition Period

As state lawmakers work to complete their mental health reform that began last year, questions remain about funding for the new system, and what that system will look like when its done.

IRS Announces New 2013 Tax Rates and Standard Deductions.

It's tax time again in Iowa City and elsewhere. Standard deductions will increase, but the ceiling for itemized deductions decrease in 2013, plus other changes that will affect your taxes this year and places in the area where you can go to get you

Editor's Weight Loss Notebook: Episode Two, Why 200? Why 25?

Plus: why no hawt before and after photos?

Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Pools Closing for a Few Days

The pool will be closed from today until Saturday.

Iowa City Park Pond Closed for Ice Skating

With the ice rapidly disappearing this is probably a good move.

Iowa City City Council Votes 5-1 in Favor for 'The Chauncey' Project as Final College/Gilbert Proposal

The final vote is in with all of the councilors except Jim Throgmorton supporting the Chauncey project for the property on the corner of Gilbert and College. Public comment toward the proposal was mostly negative.

Iowa City Diversity Committee Schedules Information Gathering Sessions

The City of Iowa City's Ad Hoc Diversity Committee has set its schedule of upcoming meetings regarding the operation of the city's transportation and law enforcement.

Iowa City's Ninth Annual Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Fair Returning in February!

Meet local farmers and learn how you can enjoy local fresh produce throughout Iowa's growing season

Iowa City Offers Funds for Developers Interested in Replacing Flood-Damaged Rental Properties

The City of Iowa City is accepting applications for the construction of multi-family housing units that will help replace rental units lost in the 2008 floods.

Iowa City Update: Section of First Avenue Still Closed for Water Main Break Repairs

The city expects repairs to be finished by this Friday.

Johnson County Justice Center Likely to Come up For Vote Again this Year

County officials have pegged May 7 as a potential date for a special election on the slightly scaled down justice center bond.

Fiscal Cliff Deal Reached: Rep. Dave Loebsack Issues Statement Grudgingly Supporting. Grassley, Harkin Voted No

The fiscal cliff was averted, but if you want more political bickering wait for two months when the debt ceiling will have to be raised again.

With Spotlight on GOP, Iowa Dems Waiting to Take the Field: 2012 in Review

As Republicans had months of attention leading up to the Iowa Caucus, Democratic party leaders were staying busy building up for the 2012 general election.

Iowa GOP Candidate Quits Senate Race to Become Senator of Alternative Government: 2012 in Review

Iowa City's Randi Shannon, who was the official Republican candidate on the ballot for Iowa Senate District 34, thanked her fellow Ron Paul supporters in announcing she's left the race to become a senator with the "original governmen

Fiscal Cliff: What It Means For My 2013 Paycheck?

The financial deadline looms in Washington, with no deal yet made. Check this primer, and share your questions and thoughts.

Iowa City and Downtown District to Discuss Downtown Snow Removal at Forum this Afternoon

If this was scheduled weeks ago, kudos to the scheduler.

Urban Chickens in Iowa City Get Final Nod of Approval from Council

In a surprise unanimous vote, the council finally approved urban chickens after three readings and a much longer time period of debate.

Two Down, Three to Go: City Narrows Proposals for College/Gilbert Project to Three Finalists

The Iowa City Council narrowed the projects down during a work session Tuesday night.

Iowa City Services: What's Open and What's Closed from Christmas to the New Year

There will be some differences in schedule over the holiday week. Check out what they are here.

2012: The Death of Landline Election Polling?

After many pollsters got the results wrong for the 2012 presidential election, IowaWatch.org looks at what they can do to improve their methods.

Gov. Branstad: Not Unusual for University President to Have No Contract

After critiquing UI President Sally Mason earlier in the week for concerns about lack of transparency he made comments Thursday that were more sympathetic.

Editor's Pick: 'We Will Win Iowa' President Obama Tells Iowa City Crowd: Best of 2012

Was it optimism or prophetic when President Barack Obama declared a victory during a historic visit to University of Iowa with the First Lady and the Bidens the day after the Democratic National Convention

Iowa City Issues Reminder of Snow Emergency Guidelines, Info

What to expect from the city if it ever snows enough this year to matter.

Read Public Records in Peter Gray, University of Iowa Sexual Harassment Flap

Peter Gray was a University of Iowa athletics department official who worked in student advising before resigning. An investigation found he had violated the school's sexual harassment policy.

No Confidence Voted in University of Iowa Ed. Dean; Report: Faculty Told to Destroy Critical Documents

College of Education faculty voted no confidence in Margaret Crocco, the dean of that college. Two senior university leaders ordered the destruction of documents critical of Crocco, two employees say.

Iowa Citians Share Input on College/Gilbert Street Project Finalists: Emphasize Size, Aesthetics, Sustainability

There were no single proposal that was singled out as the favorite by the many speakers, but there were a few general themes that emerged throughout the evening.

Iowa City Council Balks at Plastic Bag Ban

The council expressed concern with a bag ban after receiving advice on the issue from city staff, despite a community push for the ban.

Top 9 of Iowa: Educator Dies, Obamacare Job Cuts, Shawn Johnson DWTS Season Ends, K-9 Finds Cash

Also, a holiday weekend house fire caused thousands of dollars in damage in Ames.

Teachers from Around Iowa Come to U of I Campus for 'Living with Floods' Project

More than 30 teachers from communities across Iowa that experienced flooding will come to campus to participate in the first ever College of Education's Interdisciplinary Flood Institute as part of the Living with Floods project.

Abortions Decrease in Iowa, Closing Human Rights Center, Cyclists Light the Night: DI Reader

Also inside: Looking ahead at Iowa football 2013, UI to launch cultural awareness seminar, CDC reports significant decrease in abortions in both Iowa and the nation.

Iowa City Votes Down Building Floodwall Along Taft Speedway, Considers Urban Chickens

Iowa City Council voted on a few key items, including a levee, backyard chickens, and a first reading of new taxicab regulations, at its meeting on Tuesday evening.

Where Can I Get a Flu Shot in Iowa City?

There's still time to get a flu shot in Iowa City.

Iowa Legislators Reflect on Women's Contributions to Politics, Set Goals: Daily Iowan Reader

Also inside: Iowa’s debt increase not concerning to officials, Finalists for Iowa City building site present proposals, Men’s hoops has turnover struggles ahead of Virginia Tech.

U of I: Following Fall, Rock Climbing Wall Remains Closed; Review Ongoing

University of Iowa officials are continuing a review of an incident in which a person fell 30 to 40 feet from a campus rock climbing wall.

Thanksgiving Day 2012: What's Open and What's Closed in Iowa City

What will be opened and closed over the Thanksgiving Holiday.