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University Of Iowa Settles Harassment Lawsuit Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 12:04PMThe University of Iowa has settled a federal sexual harassment lawsuit by a former student related to her claims against a now-deceased professor.
UI, former student settle harassment lawsuit Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 11:41AMIOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) -- The University of Iowa has settled a federal sexual harassment lawsuit by a former student related to her claims against a now-deceased professor. The Iowa City Press-Citizen reports
UI, former student settle harassment lawsuit Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 11:14AMAssociated Press - September 9, 2010 2:04 PM ET IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - The University of Iowa has settled a federal sexual harassment lawsuit by a former student related to her claims against a...
Taste: Buffets Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 8:18AMWhen the Rolling Stones sang those proverbial words, "You can't always get what you want," clearly they'd never been to a buffet. At these Iowa City all-you-can-eat spots, it's not just about stuffing your gullet to the gills -- it's also about filling up on fresh, tasty food.
Familiarize yourself with Austrian wine Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 7:47AMOne side of my family is Scots, and although they do make some truly fine libations, they know next to nothing about wine. The other side though, my father’s side, emigrated from in and around what now is Austria, not unlike a large percentage of Iowans’ ancestors, and there, they know wine.
Iowa’s Brands OK with no National Duals Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 3:45AMIowa unveiled its wrestling schedule Tuesday and one event was noticeably missing from the slate.
Sports playground: Dallas Braden bummed by lack of Bronx heckling Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 8:27PMBecause of a dust-up in April when he criticized Alex Rodriguez for a lack of etiquette, A's pitcher Dallas Braden expected to be heckled when his traveled to the Bronx last week.
New ordinance reduces downtown drinking problems Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 3:04AMIn a college town, underage drinking and a rowdy bar scene are facts of life.
Labor Day brings changes and questions Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 3:27AMEven though autumn still is a few weeks away, Labor Day just seems to be the turning point from summer gardening to fall harvest.
Regents push for better 4-year grad rate Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 3:02AMAmes, Ia. - Freshmen cracking open books for the first time at Iowa’s public universities this fall be warned:
What about Nebraska’s Friday tradition? Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 2:14AMThe University of Iowa has made it clear it thinks college football is played on Saturday.
Big Ten lunch links Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:04AMOhio State linebacker Brian Rolle called Miami "spicy." Is your favorite team spicy? Days after his father suffered a severe stroke, Minnesota fullback Jon Hoese had the game of his life Thursday night, Phil Miller writes in the Star Tribune. A healthy Duane Bennett equals good things for the Gophers run game , Marcus Fuller writes in the (St. Paul) Pioneer Press. The Cleveland Plain Dealer's ...
Former Writers’ Workshop prof Vance Bourjaily dies Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 3:28AMVance Nye Bourjaily, a prominent American novelist of the post-World War II era and a former Iowa Writers’ Workshop professor, died Tuesday in Greenbrae, Calif., at the age of 87.
Author, professor Bourjaily dies at 87 Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 3:00AMIowa City, Ia. - Vance Nye Bourjaily, a prominent American novelist of the post-World War II era and former University of Iowa Writers’ Workshop professor, died Tuesday in Greenbrae, Calif., at the age of 87.
Fall Killed Worker at University of Iowa Project Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:43PMIOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — A state investigator is saying the private contractor who died Monday while working at the University of Iowa died from a fall.
Fall killed worker at University of Iowa project Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:29PMAssociated Press - September 2, 2010 6:24 PM ET IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - A state investigator is saying the private contractor who died Monday while working at the University of Iowa died from a...
This is a Backgrounder On Labor Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:05PMAbstract: Unions have been a familiar part of American working life for more than 70 years. Less familiar is the state of the union movement today: More union members now work for the government than for private employers.
Cheer: Where to watch the Hawkeyes Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 7:17AMWhere to go to watch the Hawkeyes play their opening game against Eastern Illinois University on Sept. 4.
Worker dies in accident at University of Iowa Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 6:11AMAuthorities say a private contractor working on a renovation project at the University of Iowa has died after being injured in an accident on campus.The university told the Iowa City Press-Citizen that Tom Fosdick, of Cedar Rapids, died after being injured on Monday at the Boyd Law Building.The...
Worker Killed In UI Renovation Accident Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 6:08AMAuthorities said a private contractor working on a renovation project at the University of Iowa has died after being injured in an accident on campus.
Some question if UI violating product policy Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 11:23AMOfficial Hawkeye logos adorn T-shirts, jerseys and footballs. But the University of Iowa’s trademarked symbol also is featured on steins and shot glasses, and that has some wondering if the school is violating its own licensing policy.
Some question if UI violating product policy Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 6:15AMAssociated Press - August 29, 2010 9:04 AM ET IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - A leader of an effort opposing Iowa City's ordinance that limits when minors can enter bars is accusing the University of...
CBS4 RTV4 WHBF Quad Cities, IL / IA News Weather SportsSome question if UI violating product policy Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 6:14AMIOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - A leader of an effort opposing Iowa City's ordinance that limits when minors can enter bars is accusing the University of Iowa of a double standard when it comes to licensing products with the trademarked Hawkeye logo.
An anniversary, and an ending Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 3:59AMCeleste Shoppa remembers taking her class photos in front of Roosevelt Elementary as a student at the school during the 1970s.
What they're saying Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:48AMWHAT MEDIA MEMBERS AROUND THE
2 ITS posts to be filled Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:33AMThe City of Fond du Lac is still looking to fill two positions in the newly named Information Technology Services (ITS) Department.
Sports forum to resume Monday Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 1:44AMSports forum meetings will resume at 9 a.m. Monday at the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center Assembly Room, 28 S. Linn St.
UConn has allowed Randy Edsall to build his program the right way, Penn State QB battle ongoing and more links Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 1:46PMOur weekly trip around the Internet to catch up with news about future Michigan football opponents. UConn Ivan Maisel from ESPN.com credits UConn administrators for giving coach Randy Edsall the time to build a program the right way … and credits Edsall for doing his job the right way.
Changes to Hawk Central e-mail update Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:06AMWe are changing systems for the Hawk Central Hawkeye Update e-mail newsletter. If you want to continue receiving daily Hawkeye updates to your inbox, you will need to re-register.
Big Ten lunch links Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 9:19AMA week away. Commissioner Jim Delany talks more about the changing Big Ten , Teddy Greenstein writes in the Chicago Tribune. The new Big Ten divisions should be split North and South , Mike Lucas writes in The Capital Times. Neither option for the Michigan-Ohio State game is really that great, Drew Sharp writes in the Detroit Free Press. The Game should stay exactly where it is , Rob Oller ...
Bluebirds to get new homes across the state Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 6:14AMDon’t be surprised if there’s a bump in Iowa’s bluebird population next year. If 1,000 young kids get their way, Mom and Dad or Grandma and Grandpa will have their new bluebird house attached on a fencepost or pole in the backyard, or back 40.
Taste: Burgers Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 1:47AMThe source of the best burger in Iowa City is a hotly contended debate. It's a meal that many restaurants are proud to serve on their menu, and most do a darn good job of it.
Ahrens Cos. shuts down in Iowa City Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 10:41AMIOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - An Iowa City construction and concrete company that's been in business for 50 years has abruptly shut down. Ahrens Companies closed effective Aug. 18 and laid off 110 employees.
Ahrens Cos. shuts down in Iowa City Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 10:29AMAssociated Press - August 25, 2010 1:24 PM ET IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - An Iowa City construction and concrete company that's been in business for 50 years has abruptly shut down.
Iowa football tailgating fixture might return Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:44AMAssociated Press - August 25, 2010 12:34 PM ET IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - A longtime tailgating fixture for University of Iowa football fans might return to its old location.
CBS4 RTV4 WHBF Quad Cities, IL / IA News Weather SportsIowa football tailgating fixture might return Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:44AMIOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - A longtime tailgating fixture for University of Iowa football fans might return to its old location. The owners of the Magic Bus and the owners of its former site are looking at a possible agreement that would bring the bus back to the lot across from Kinnick Stadium.
Pakistani students at UI concerned by flooding Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:45AMTheir families and friends are safe, but Pakistani students at the University of Iowa said Tuesday that has not eased their concerns as the country continued to cope with epic flooding.
Pakistani students at UI concerned about flooding Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 6:27PMTheir families and friends are safe, but Pakistani students at the University of Iowa said Tuesday that has not eased their concerns as the country continued to cope with epic flooding.
Letters Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:45PMDear ER: Your article about the AVP (“Down to business,” August 19, 2010) leaves several inaccurate impressions which need to be addressed. First of all there is no interview or comment from Leonard Armato. He is clearly one of the central themes in the article.
A tribute to Sandy Sanderson Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 3:07AMAnkeny lost one of its greatest fans last week.
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Is UI violating policies with licensed products? Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 3:57PMThere are some products, however, that some say fly in the face of the university’s efforts to change the culture of binge drinking in Iowa City and even violate the university’s licensing policy — products such as beer glasses, steins, pitchers and shot glasses, all featuring trademarked University of Iowa logos.
Big Ten lunch links: Leave Mich.-OSU alone Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 9:04AMIf you're looking for links about this weekend's scrimmages, check out my post from earlier today. For more Big Ten links, keep reading ... The Big Ten should leave the Michigan-Ohio State game alone when determining divisions, The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Doug Lesmerises and annarbor.com's Michael Rothstein write. Former Ohio State running back Maurice Clarett is asking a judge if he can try ...
Ceremony hit the right notes Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:00AMThrilling, humbling and a little sweaty are the words I would choose to best describe my feelings about the B Company, 1/133 Infantry Send-Off Ceremony on Aug. 3 at City High. I probably also would say it already seems like a long time ago.
Preseason College Football: Freshman All-Big Ten Team Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 8:08AMIt's hard to say whether you want to see freshmen on the depth chart of your favorite team. After all, if you've got a freshman starting at safety, it could mean that he is so good, that the coaches can't keep him off the field. It could also mean that the coaches have no other—i.e. better—options. It could mean that injuries forced the coaches' hand; a player that really should spend his first ...
For big, beautiful flowers, try dahlias Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 4:14AMGreen Thumb by Judy Terry
Ex-UI teammates relive the ’80s Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 2:06AMSteve Duncan watched as each guy arrived at the Trainwreck Saloon and was greeted with smiles, hugs and backslaps.
Sheriff worries about new UI tailgating rules Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:14AMAssociated Press - August 21, 2010 9:04 AM ET IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - The local sheriff is worried that new, stricter tailgating rules at the University of Iowa might mean more inmates in the...
CBS4 RTV4 WHBF Quad Cities, IL / IA News Weather SportsSheriff worries about new UI tailgating rules Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:14AMIOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - The local sheriff is worried that new, stricter tailgating rules at the University of Iowa might mean more inmates in the jail on gamedays.
Severe storm with 60 mph winds to hit at 3:15 p.m. Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:27PMThe National Weather Service in the Quad Cities has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Johnson County until 3:45 p.m.