League Lecture continues with ‘Transparency Matters’ on Jan. 25

Guest speakers to cover transparency in government and the media

Dawn’s Pleasant Valley Greenhouse owner highlights 2023 plants

Project GREEN & Iowa City Public Library to host Second Sunday Garden Forum

Remaining Calm in an Angry World: How Some Cope

Calm Response to Road Rage

Project GREEN Open Garden Weekend tour July 9-10

View 28 private and five public gardens in one weekend!

Jehovah's Witnesses in Iowa City Return to In-Person Meetings

All congregations of Jehovah's Witnesses across the world resumed in-person meetings the week of April 1.

PEO Plant Sale to offer historically-connected plants for sale

Fundraiser plant sale to fund scholarships

LWVJC to host candidate forums ahead of June Primary Election

Candidate forums will be held for local candidates seeking public office

JC Master Gardeners to host 2022 Plant Sale & Flea Market on May 7

Following a hiatus during the coronavirus pandemic, the annual sale is back at the Johnson County Fairgrounds

Victims Identified In Iowa Nightclub Shooting

Michael Valentine, 25, and Nicole Owens, 35, were the two victims killed at Taboo Nightclub and Lounge in Cedar Rapids.

Iowa Nightclub Shooting: Police Believe Multiple Shooters Involved

The shooting occurred around 1:30 a.m. Sunday at Taboo Nightclub and Lounge in Cedar Rapids. No suspects have been named.

Understanding the Proposed ‘Right to Firearms’ Amendment

LWVJC to host virtual program

Iowa City Parks And Recreation Hosts Things That Go, STEAM Event

A special thanks goes to Hills Bank for their generous donation that makes this event free to the public.

Transit's Bus Location Services In Iowa City Currently Down; Predicted Arrival Times Not Accurate

The issue is being addressed by the service provider and an update will be made available upon resolution.

City Of Iowa City: City Reminds Residents To Move Cars Off-Street For Spring Break

Moving off-street allows City staff to clean streets, removing winter-related debris as the weather allows.

Iowa City Now Accepting Applications For Climate Action Grants

Applications for this grant will be accepted Monday, March 14 through noon on Monday, April 11, 2022.

City Of Iowa City: Video Update: Climate Action Grants, EV Charging Rebate Program, And Website Survey

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs, and events.

LWVJC to host Legislative Forum on March 26

The League of Women Voters of Johnson County will host a virtual Legislative Forum on Saturday, March 26, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

City Of Iowa City: Federal Law Requiring Face Masks On Public Transit Buses Extended To April 18

Face masks must be worn at transit stops, including the transit interchange, boarding the bus, riding, and while disembarking.

City Of Iowa City: City Council Supports Local Trans Athletes, Denounces New State Legislation

This bill was a solution in search of a problem. It is aimed at one of our most vulnerable populations, the trans community.

City Of Iowa City: Arrest Made After Iowa City Police Respond To Armed Subject

A criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Iowa City Police Respond To Armed Subject

Traffic was shut down during the incident and surrounding residences were evacuated. Normal traffic has resumed in the area.

Iowa City Invites Input For New Website Design

The survey can be found here and will be open from Monday, March 7, through Sunday, March 20, 2022.

City Of Iowa City: Video Update: Mask Order Lifted, Glass Recycling, And EV Discussion

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs, and events.

Iowa City Police Department Welcomes Four New Officers

The Iowa City Police Department welcomed four new officers during a ceremony Friday, March 4, 2022, in Emma Harvat Hall.

City Of Iowa City: CommUnity Mobile Crisis Outreach To Expand; What To Expect When You Contact Mobile Crisis

The SLFRF dollars are part of the $18.3 million allocated to the City of Iowa City through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

City Of Iowa City: Free, Online Electric Vehicle Discussion On March 14

There won’t be any slides or charts, but there will be plenty of opportunities to have your questions answered.

City Of Iowa City: Office Of Equity And Human Rights To Host Free Fair Housing Training Sessions In April

The online introductory training will take place on Wed., April 13, 2022, from 9-11 a.m.

City Of Iowa City: More Drop-Off Options For Glass Recycling Added

The new locations will be for glass only; there will not be recycling options for plastic, metal, paper, or cardboard.

City Of Iowa City: Video Update: Glass Recycling, Utility Discount Program, And Event Facility Rentals

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs, and events.

Update: Iowa City Police Respond To Report Of Suspicious Male Near School

Police spoke with the man and believe his actions were not intended to cause alarm or be harmful.

City Of Iowa City: Public Meeting Set For Second Avenue Bridge Replacement

The meeting will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, 2022, via Zoom.

City Of Iowa City: Thornberry Dog Sweater Pawty Set For March 5

The Iowa City Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Dog Sweater Pawty from 1 to 3 p.m on Saturday, March 5, 2022.

Iowa City Police Respond To Report Of Suspicious Male Near School

The man is described as "older" and with short gray hair. The vehicle was described as a red, four-door sedan.

Iowa City Fire Department Announces New Hires, Promotion, And Commendations

The department also announced a promotion and two commendations.

The University Of Iowa: 6 Faculty Members Awarded For Excellence

Each recipient received $1,000 and will be honored at a special awards celebration in the fall.

Iowa City Council Approves Maximum Property Tax Levy

In the meeting they approved setting the maximum property tax levy for specific levies for the FY2023 budget.

Iowa City Video Update On One Book Two Book, Human Rights Youth Awards, And Root For Trees

Topics this week include a festival celebrating young authors and readers, nominations for the Human Rights Youth Awards.

City Of Iowa City: Human Rights Commission Selects Chair, Vice Chair For 2022

At its January 25, 2022 meeting, the Iowa City Human Rights Commission elected Jason Glass as Chair and Ashley Lindley as Vice Chair.

The University Of Iowa Video Series To Address Diversity Progress On Campus

In conjunction with Black History Month, the February series will address the topic of African American male leadership.

The University Of Iowa: PhD Student's Painting Of Old Capitol To Commemorate Presidential Installation, Iowa's 175th Anniversary

Gul Rukh Mehboob has ensured that a part of herself will remain on the University of Iowa campus after she leaves.