The Iowa State Patrol said 59-year-old Jay Statser of West Liberty was traveling westbound on I-80 in a 1998 Ford Explorer about 10:44 p.m. when he lost control, entered the north ditch and struck a bridge pillar for the Highway 1, or North Dodge Street, overpass.
More than half of states, including Iowa, do not regulate nonpowder guns — but the Marine’s family and Johnson County Attorney Janet Lyness have said they are in favor of regulating air rifles and other similar guns as firearms.
Such guns have been used in crimes and been mistaken for firearms in officer-involved shootings — both in Iowa and other states.
Darryl Minniefield Jr., 34, is facing a first-degree theft charge for attempting to steal a $47,000 car from Carousel Preowned in Iowa City.
Mohamed Traore, 26, was arrested following a meeting of the city’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, which he is chair of. The police department released a statement saying it could have addressed the matter more privately.
After more than a quarter of a century representing Iowa City, Rep. Mary Mascher has announced she will not seek re-election in 2022.
John Grier began his career with the Iowa City Fire Department in 1992 as a firefighter. He held a number of positions before being appointed fire chief in 2013.
The Iowa City Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously supported a proposal to establish a self-supported municipal improvement district in the south side of the city.
The Iowa City Board of Adjustment denied a special parking exception for a proposed high-rise on Linn Street, where the U.S. Bank building is located. An updated proposal has not been submitted.
Commission members expressed their support for the senior living facility and increase in park land before the vote Thursday evening.
In this week’s Chew on This: Crumbl Cookies is opening its first Iowa store, Unimpaired dry bar opens in Iowa City.
Mayor Bruce Teague and Megan Alter earned the most votes in the Iowa City Council at-large race. Shawn Harmsen will represent District B.
Orchard for All grows fresh apples and cherries for those in need
The Visiting Nurse Association will be conducting a cholesterol screening at the Senior Center in Iowa City from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 10. Appointments are required.
The new catalog offers several enhancements to provide a tailored search experience to library patrons. A Zoom presentation on the new catalog will be held Thursday.
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