Unsafe Playgrounds: Keep off the Grass

The reading tree at Shimek Elementary School and the strawberry and potato patches at Hills Elementary show signs of chemical damage.

Phil Hemingway Is Running for ICCSD School Board

Phil Hemingway is running for the Iowa City Community School District Board. He closely watches district spending.

Legislators: Close Loophole!

State legislators need to close a loophole to force school administrators to engage in competitive bidding for service contracts to save $$.

District Trust

Despite what Superintendent Steve Murley, board member Chris Lynch, and others may believe, trust can't be bought. It has to be earned.

School Board Meeting Tonight (1/27) to Review Community Comment

Maybe three minutes per person per comment is too much for the school board. Maybe the school board will eliminate all community comment.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Iowa City Community School District Presents Phasing Plan for Master Facilities Plan

City High Teacher Selected as Distinguished Adviser in 2013 National High School Journalism Teacher Awards Competition

Way to go Jon!

PHOTO: City High Marching Band Garners Superior Rating at State Marching Festival

Congrats to the City High marching band!

Iowa Alum Makes it to Battle Round on 'The Voice'

Will a former Hawkeye go deep into NBC's singing competition this year?

University of Iowa Nonfiction Writing Program Ranked #1 in Nation for 5th Straight Year

Five more years! Five more years!

PHOTO: City High Students Rehearse for Upcoming Play 'The Foreigner'

Performances are October 24-26 at 7:30pm, and tickets are available online at www.seatyourself.biz/iowacityhs or at the door.

University of Iowa Partners with the City of Washington, Iowa to Help Improve Community With a Variety of Disciplines

The university and civic partnership is geared toward improving the town's sustainability and other community wide improvements.

University of Iowa Study Shows Potential Tie of Eating Disorders to Specific Genes

The findings suggest that this pathway might represent a new target for understanding and potentially treating eating disorders.

Any Given Child Coming to Iowa City Schools

City High Student Semi Finalist in the National Achievement Scholarship Award

Congrats to Edgar Thornton on the achievement.

Photo: Iowa City High Math Team Finishes Fourth at Competition in Cedar Rapids

Congrats City High mathletes!

University of Iowa Study: Omega 3 Oil May Not Benefit Thinking Skills as Once Thought

Contrary to earlier studies, new research led by University of Iowa investigators suggests that omega-3 fatty acids may not benefit thinking skills.

University of Iowa Study: Steroids and Other Pharmaceuticals May Have Greater Environmental Impact than Once Thought

The drugs studied including steroids that are approved for use on farm animals.

(PHOTO) City High Homecoming Court 2013

Here's your 2013 City High Homecoming Court

Work Starts on Demolition and Rebuilding of New Hancher. Watch Progress on Webcam

Monday has been a big day in the life of the new—and the old—Hancher facilities.

University of Iowa Faculty Respond to Critique of Evolution

University of Iowa Study: Back Braces Can Effectively Prevent Surgery for Scoliosis Sufferers

Longer daily wear is better for avoiding scoliosis surgery

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

University of Iowa Vaccine Unit to Test Bird Flu Vaccine

The UI team and researchers from the seven other National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded Vaccine and Treatment Evaluation Units will test vaccines to protect against the illness in adults.

City High Homecoming Parade Information

Want to be a part of the City High homecoming parade? Contact information inside.

Carver-Hawkeye Arena Earns LEED Gold Certification

The certification was achieved as part of the renovation of the facility.

University of Iowa to Test Hawk Alert System Next Wednesday

The University of Iowa Department of Public Safety will test the Hawk Alert emergency notification system at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 as required by federal law.

City High Little Hawk Newspaper Finalist for Pacemaker National Award

The Little Hawk's journalists also garnered award for individual excellence.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

PHOTO: Iowa City City High's Ten National Merit Semi-Finalists

City High's 10 National Merit Semi-Finalists is the third highest total of any high school in Iowa.

Voyager 1 Spacecraft Reaches Interstellar Space: University of Iowa Study

University of Iowa scientists say there is solid evidence that NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft has become the first manmade object to reach interstellar space

Regents Receive Update on University of Iowa Museum of Art Replacement Plans

A Request For Information (RFI) issued by the UI in July garnered 10 responses from private developers and landowners outlining ideas for a mixed-use facility.

Kirschling, Lynch, Dorau Win in Record Turnout for Iowa City School Board Election

Here are the results of the Iowa City School Board election, with Tuyet Dorau, Brian Kirschling, and Chris Lynch claiming the most votes due to a surge from North Corridor voters.

Get Out and Vote! Iowa City School Board Election Guide

All the information you need to make your choice on up to three school board members.

Iowa City Schools Dismissing Early Tuesday Due to Heat

Another early out today for the Iowa City School District.

ICCSD Dismissing 2 hours early Monday

Letter to the Editor: On September 10th, I Will Vote for Jason Lewis.

A Letter to the Editor in support of Jason Lewis for Iowa City School Board. The election is on Sept. 10.

University of Iowa College of Dentistry Receives $1.6 Million Grant to Continue Funding Training Program

The University of Iowa's College of Dentistry has received yet another round of funding for a popular training program.

Letter to the Editor: Jason Lewis Has My Vote for Iowa City School Board

A Letter to the Editor in support of Jason Lewis for Iowa City School Board. The election is on Sept. 10.