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Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401

Izabela Zaluska
I am the Iowa City and Johnson County government reporter for The Gazette. One of my favorite parts about my job is that I’m constantly learning something new and then I get to share that information with readers. Through my coverage, I hope to make it easier for readers to understand how local government works. When I’m not reporting, I enjoy hiking, spending time outside, reading and finding new restaurants to try.
Latest Articles by Izabela Zaluska
Local Government Dec. 14, 2021 9:39 pm
The updated proposal for a senior living facility near Hickory Hill Park received unanimous final approval on Tuesday and praise from council members as a win for the city and community.
Crime and Courts Dec. 14, 2021 6:00 am
Philip Olson, 69, is accused of violating a city code that prohibits discharging an air rifle within city limits. During the Oct. 17 incident, Olson shot an air rifle at a squirrel but missed, inadvertently shooting and wounding a Marine who was driving by at the time, police say.
News Jan. 31, 2022 3:50 pm
Iowa City police conducted alcohol sales law compliance checks at 33 businesses on Saturday. Nine businesses failed the check.
News Dec. 13, 2021 6:00 am
The City of Iowa City is reminding residents to keep their four-legged friends on a leash when not on their private property. The city has responded to nearly 100 more calls this year than in 2020.
Local Government Dec. 9, 2021 5:27 pm
Money to go to those excluded from previous relief payments, ncluding undocumented immigrants
Business News Dec. 7, 2021 12:04 pm
The Community Growth Program and Toolkit has a goal to help 10 residents with a vision to address systemic change in their community.
Local Government Dec. 6, 2021 8:45 pm
Sheriff Brad Kunkel is requesting $240,000 for a Lenco BearCat to replace the current MRAP, as well as funds to replace aging camera equipment in fiscal 2023.
Environmental News Dec. 6, 2021 6:00 am
The City of Iowa City is one of 95 cities in the world recognized by the Climate Disclosure Project as a leader on environmental action and transparency.
Crime and Courts Dec. 3, 2021 10:34 am
Iowa City police say Samahir Almhairat, 44, brought a butcher knife to local day care because she wanted to scare others following a dispute between her child and another child.
Crime and Courts Dec. 3, 2021 6:00 am
Meet Joachim “Joah” Seelos, who joined CommUnity Crisis Services in late August as a law enforcement liaison responding to mental health calls.
Local Government Dec. 1, 2021 3:48 pm
Council members agreed during the work session Tuesday more time is needed for the commission to complete its work and outlined potential next steps.
Local Government Dec. 1, 2021 3:42 pm
The Iowa City Council on Tuesday night unanimously approved the first consideration of an updated development proposal for a senior living facility near Hickory Hill Park. Nearly 40 acres would be dedicated to the city for expansion of the park.
Community Nov. 30, 2021 6:00 am
The 28 changing tables will be installed in restrooms throughout the city’s park system. Male and unisex restrooms will be prioritized.
Environmental News Nov. 29, 2021 6:00 am
The Friends of Coralville Lake is working to raise awareness of the sedimentation in the lake and gauging community interest to launch a lake restoration plan in the coming years. The volume of sediment per year is equivalent to the volume of two Empire State Buildings.
Crime and Courts Nov. 29, 2021 6:00 am
The report found low levels of disproportionality in citations, but a higher level of disproportionality in arrests. People of color were arrested twice as often following a traffic stop.