Good morning, Iowa City.

Three people are charged with assault, theft and criminal mischief after police said they pepper sprayed a victim, stole purses and phones, and later destroyed the devices at a gas station—an incident that began with a brawl outside Elray’s Live & Dive on E Iowa Avenue just before 2 a.m. on April 20.

Students at the University of Iowa remain divided after the school cut several DEI offices and programs; graduate student Maura Rost and senior Jasmyn Jordan gave different views on how the changes affect campus life—Rost said the cuts limit a safe learning environment while Jordan argued they restrict free thought.

On Monday, AmeriCorps programs in Iowa ended when DOGE cut about $400 million in grants, affecting 568 state members and over 32,000 nationwide.

Jill Grime said her team at Bur Oak Land Trust was told just an hour before their meeting that Monday was their last day + their work on local preserves will stop.

Twelve GOP senators in Iowa have said they will block the budget vote until they consider a pipeline bill that includes an amendment to ban eminent domain—following South Dakota’s similar move.

Summit Carbon Solutions must now adjust plans for the 2,500-mile carbon-capture pipeline, which still faces court challenges and local criticism.

The National Kidney Foundation is hosting its annual Iowa Kidney Walk this weekend — community members are invited to join the event to raise funds for kidney health.

Iowa men's basketball coach Ben McCollum signed a six-year contract through the 2030—31 season that starts with $3.35M in his first year and includes performance bonuses for postseason and academic achievements.

He was hired in March to replace Fran McCaffery after ending a 31—4 season with Drake.

41st Annual Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K

10 AM – 12 PM — Lower City Park — Fundraising event — Support a great cause while enjoying a fun run in the beautiful surroundings of Iowa City.

Chinese Bilingual Storytime

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories in both Chinese and English with fun crafts for children and caregivers.

Iowa City Mini Medical School 2025

5:15-7:30 p.m. — Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine — Free entry — Discover how collaborations in cancer research are paving the way for future clinical trials in Iowa.

BINGO Night at Coach's Corner Sports Pub

6-8 p.m. — Coach’s Corner — Play for a chance to win money off your tabs in a fun sports bar atmosphere.

Lucius Concert

12:30 AM — The Englert Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Catch an unforgettable performance by Lucius in Iowa City.

Vintage Remix Pop-up Shop

9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Crowded Closet Thrift Shop — Free entry — Discover a curated collection of unique vintage clothing and accessories at this semi-annual event.

Riverdance Performance

2-5 p.m. — Hancher Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Grammy Award-winning fusion of Irish dance and music that has captivated audiences worldwide.

Sunday Open Mic Comedy Night

9:00-10:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of comedy followed by all night karaoke fun.

AA: Sunlight of the Spirit Group

6-7 p.m. — Uptown Bill's Coffee House & Neighborhood Arts Center — Free entry — Gather for a supportive discussion focused on promotion of recovery and community spirit.

A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive

9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — University of Iowa Libraries Main Library Gallery — Free admission — Explore the profound influence of Mallarmé's revolutionary poem on art and design.