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Iowa City man sentenced to 22 years in federal prison for human trafficking

Tuesday, November 1, 2022 - 9:00am
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Iowa announced this week that Kachimbe Mukanzu, 35, of Iowa City, was sentenced to federal prison for Conspiracy to Engage in Sex Trafficking by Force, Fraud, and Coercion and Felon in Possession of a Firearm. Mukanzu was sentenced on Oct. 26, 2022, to 22 years in prison.

According to the United States Attorney's Office:

Mukanzu recruited several young women and sexually exploited them by force, fraud, and coercion. Mukanzu helped post advertisements online and set up profiles for the victims advertising sex...

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Video Update: Volunteer at the Animal Center, Airport Mural Opportunity, and more

Monday, October 31, 2022 - 7:30am
Contact: 
Jack Brooks
Communications

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs, and events. Topics this week include a need for volunteers at the Animal Center, a call for artists for a massive mural at the Iowa City Airport, and much more. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Volunteer at the Animal Center Volunteer at the Iowa City Animal Care and Adoption Center

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City files nuisance abatement petition in response to fatal shooting

Friday, October 28, 2022 - 4:00pm
Communications

Following the fatal Oct. 23, 2022, shooting outside of the H-Bar, 220 S. Van Buren St., the City of Iowa City is pursuing additional measures to protect the community from the ongoing serious criminal activity occurring at and around the business since its opening earlier this year. On Friday, Oct. 28, the City filed paperwork in Johnson County District Court seeking a nuisance abatement order. The nuisance abatement filing requests the Court to require the H-Bar to be closed between the hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. daily.

Between 2016 and 2021, Iowa City police responded to a total...

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The Iowa City Airport Commission seeks public input on the Airport's Strategic Plan

Friday, October 28, 2022 - 2:15pm
Contact: 
Michael Tharp
Iowa City Municipal Airport

The Iowa City Airport Commission is asking residents to complete a brief online survey . The purpose of the survey is to provide information to the Airport Commission as it discusses the airport's role in our community. The Commission will use this information as it develops a 5-year strategic plan to guide the future activities of the Airport Commission and airport staff.

The survey is available online through Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022. All responses to the survey are anonymous.

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Don’t trash your pumpkins, compost them!

Friday, October 28, 2022 - 12:00pm
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Resource Management

When your Halloween pumpkin begins to decay and the holiday is over, remember to toss your jack-o'-lantern in the compost, not in your trash!

The City of Iowa City’s organics (yard and food waste) program accepts pumpkins. Here's the proper way to compost your pumpkins or seasonal gourds through the City:

Remove any candles or lights from inside your pumpkin. Place it in your yellow-lid organics cart or in a paper yard waste bag (bag weight limit is 50 pounds). Set cart and/or paper yard waste bags at the curb for collection on your normal service day.

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Iowa City man sentenced to federal prison in connection with 2021 shooting

Thursday, October 27, 2022 - 3:00pm
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Iowa announced this week that Sean White Hood, 32, of Iowa City, was sentenced to 72 months in prison for Felon in Possession of a Firearm for his role in a July 2021 shooting. Hood's sentencing took place Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, in Davenport.

According to the United States Attorney's Office:

On July 24, 2021, Iowa City Police were called to 1100 Arthur St. for a report of shots fired. An investigation into the incident determined there has been a shooting at the apartment complex and a second shooting across...

Till Film: Presented in partnership with the Human Rights Commission this Friday and Saturday

Thursday, October 27, 2022 - 12:15pm
Equity and Human Rights

You may not know her name, but you'll never forget her courage. Based on the untold true story, Till is being screened beginning this Friday, Oct. 28, at FilmScene at The Chauncey, 404 E. College St. #100. Showtimes are on sale and can be found at https://icfilmscene.org/film/till .

Till tells the true story of Mamie Till Mobley's pursuit of justice for her 14-year-old son, Emmett Till, following his lynching in Mississippi in...

Trick-or-Treat safely this Halloween

Thursday, October 27, 2022 - 10:15am
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

The City's trick-or-treat event takes place from 5:30 - 8 p.m., Monday, Oct. 31. Before you go out, check out these safety tips from the Iowa City Police and Fire Departments:

Costumes should be safe for walking. Avoid long, billowing fabrics. Wear sturdy shoes. Be visible. Carry a flashlight or wear something lighted. Children should be accompanied by an adult or responsible teen. Do not enter homes. Stay away from candles and open flames. Use a battery operated candle for jack-o-lanterns. Do not eat treats until they are brought home and examined by an adult. Drivers should be alert...
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Veterans Day schedule announced for City of Iowa City

Thursday, October 27, 2022 - 7:30am
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

City of Iowa City administrative offices and other facilities will be closed Friday, Nov. 11, 2022, in observance of Veterans Day.

Please note that trash, yard waste, and recycling will be collected on Veterans Day. See details below.

To honor those who have served, Transit is offering complimentary rides to veterans and their families on the holiday. Riders are asked to show a military ID or other identification that indicates veteran status.

Other office closures and schedules for the holiday include:

Airport: Office closed. Jet Air will...

Human Rights Commission releases statement in support of ICPL programming

Wednesday, October 26, 2022 - 12:00pm
Equity and Human Rights

On Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, the Iowa City Public Library (ICPL) hosted a Drag Storytime and Costume Ball. Drag Storytime is a voluntary program that provides educational opportunities and fun, enriching experiences to families with children of all ages. The City of Iowa City Human Rights Commission believes this programming strongly aligns with ICPL’s values of access, belonging, collaboration, and community. Though many drag storytime events have been hosted by ICPL since 2018, the Oct. 15 storytime was the first to be attended by a group of protesters.

According to the...

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