Good morning, Iowa City.

Latino Fest returns to the downtown Ped Mall today from noon to 9:30 p.m., featuring musicians, dancers, artists, and nearly 20 food vendors in its 15th year of celebration.

The Iowa Board of Regents' REAPS committee is on track with its review for public universities and will deliver a practical report with efficiency and revenue recommendations at a February meeting aimed at saving $35 million over three years — analysis continues through December.

The University of Iowa began expanding its Tippie College of Business by connecting the Pappajohn Business Building and Gilmore Hall to add learning labs, student services, and new advising spaces.

The project ($60 million) started in August and will finish in summer 2028.

Audrey Moeller was appointed Tuesday to fill Jayne Finch’s school board seat amid a district financial crisis.

The attorney and parent said she joined to support public schools while the district prepares for a statewide financial update.

Iowa City CSD is examining school closures to address a $13.8 million budget shortfall, with school reviews beginning this fall and decisions on potential closures for as early as 2027.

The Attendance Boundary Analysis Committee (20 parents, 7 teachers, and community members) will gather data and input starting January 2027.

A judge ruled on Sept.

17 that the State Historical Society research center at the Centennial Building (402 Iowa Ave) must remain open, reversing plans by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services to close it over safety concerns and high maintenance costs; parties have 30 days to agree on guidelines.