Good morning, Iowa City.

The jury begins deliberations in the trial of Renard Winfield, accused of a revenge-motivated murder in Iowa City in April 2021, facing life in prison without parole if convicted of first-degree murder.

Lawrence Russell was sentenced to two years of probation after pleading guilty to possession of a firearm by a felon, following a 2023 incident where shots were fired near Iowa City High School.

Renard Winfield Jr. was convicted of first-degree murder for fatally shooting Tommy Curry in a 2021 revenge plot, using a false online identity as a lure.

James Patterson awarded $500 holiday bonuses to 11 Iowa bookstore staffers among 600 nationwide for their dedicated service to independent bookstores.

The Iowa City Community School District is considering implementing a new cell phone policy for classrooms aiming to limit distractions, with plans to discuss and potentially put it into effect starting January 21st.

V Fixmer-Oraiz, the first transgender person of color to hold county office in Iowa, will continue serving as Johnson County Supervisor, reversing a prior decision to resign due to concerns over LGBTQ+ rights under the current political climate.

Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel won Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year, Penn State's Abdul Carter clinched Defensive Player, and Indiana's Curt Cignetti was named Coach of the Year, highlighting the AP All-Big Ten selections.

Caitlin Clark, former Hawkeye standout, was named Time Magazine's Athlete of the Year 2024 after an impressive season, becoming the NCAA all-time scoring leader and marking a successful debut in the WNBA with the Indiana Fever.

Maul at Gabe's

Maul is a live music event scheduled to take place at Gabe's in Iowa City, featuring access to further details online.

Full Construction Winter Wreath Workshop at Willow & Stock

Participants can create their own handcrafted winter wreath while enjoying complimentary wine and instruction from the owners of the local flower shop, Willow & Stock.

Nolte's Third Annual Madrigal Dinner

Experience a unique and immersive 16th-century themed dinner theatre at The James Theater, featuring exquisite dishes, enchanting performances, and a festive atmosphere.

Nolte's Third Annual Madrigal Dinner

Experience an immersive 16th-century themed dinner theatre featuring live music, dance, and a locally-sourced meal at The James Theater.

Hancher String Group Classes for Non-Performing Students

The Hancher String Group Classes provide focused instrument-specific rehearsals for students not enrolled in performing groups to prepare for the Annual String Concert.

Trivia Night at the Yacht Club

An engaging trivia competition at the Yacht Club featuring prizes for top participants and BOGO martinis available throughout the night.

Every Avenue Live with The Forty Twos and Half Catholic

Every Avenue is hosting a live music event featuring The Forty Twos and half catholic at Gabe's in Iowa City.

Undergraduate Commencement and Teacher Education Recognition Ceremony

The College of Education hosts a ceremony to honor graduating Teacher Education Program students at the end of the semester.

Exploring Elderhood: A Community Discussion Series

This monthly discussion series invites participants to explore the concept of elderhood and share their life wisdom within a supportive community using the Circle of Trust® approach.

Iowa Dance Festival: Holiday Edition

Experience a festive afternoon featuring live dance and music at the Space Place Theater.