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Weather
Iowa City, Iowa at 9:00 PM
Clear sky
Feels like 55° with 6 mph wind
Clear sky over Iowa City with a 6 mph breeze moving across downtown near the Old Capitol.
High
73°
Low
53°
Humidity
33%
Wind
6 mph
Local News
The local headlines and corridor stories worth starting with.
Des Moines police said a man was transferred to the University of Iowa Healthcare Burn Treatment Center following the April 26 fire but later died from his injuries.
Early voting in the June 2 primary election started on Wednesday. County auditors’ offices have started mailing out absentee ballots requested by voters and are opening their doors for early in-person voting. Early in-person voting will run through Monday, June 1, the day before the primary election, and all mail-in absentee ballots must be received […]
A partnership between Linn-Mar Community School District and Marion-based ESCO Electric is addressing workforce shortages in the skilled trades while giving students direct, job-ready experience. This spring, Linn-Mar High School students are transforming a commercial shipping container into a fully functional construction site office. The district’s Career & Technical Education (CTE) Advisory Committee cultivated the […] The post Linn‑Mar, ESCO Electric partner for hands‑on construction project appeared first on Corridor Business Journal .
Tonight / This Weekend
A tight local set, not a giant event dump.
Browse picks
A few editorial choices for readers who want to decide quickly and move on with the day.
The event is held on May 15, 2026 at Elray's Live & Dive in Iowa City, IA.
See Alice & the Misgivings return to AlleyCat with an ALL AGES show, 6pm on Saturday May 16th. Doors open at 5 Show at 6 Karaoke after th...
Flash in a Pan is a stringband from Iowa City playing original and traditional folk and bluegrass music. Northside Saturday Nighsts is sp...
Daily edition
Three quick-return daily plays, plus a featured original game that sits naturally alongside the rest of the shelf.
Streak-friendly
A tight, quick solve built for a coffee-length check-in and a clean editorial rhythm.
Fresh each morning
A disciplined number grid with enough resistance to feel satisfying without taking over the day.
Return daily
A fast, habit-forming word run designed for readers who like pattern, pace, and one more round.
Original labyrinth run
Rotate carved stones, wake every sigil, and close each chamber without letting the braid spill into the dark.
Corridor Sports
Scores, updates, and sports storylines gathered into one tighter shelf.
Football coverage from Iowa Hawkeyes Athletics.
Read storyThe Big Ten Conference announced Tuesday the single and double play opponents for each of the 18 teams for the 2026-27 season.
Read storyIOWA CITY — Portal Season may have reached its conclusion for the Iowa women’s basketball program.
Read storyThe National Duals Invitational was a groundbreaking event for college wrestling.
Read storyMusic and nightlife
Live music, events, and evening plans from around Iowa City.
Elray's Live & Dive
The event is held on May 15, 2026 at Elray's Live & Dive in Iowa City, IA.
View eventAlleyCat
See Alice & the Misgivings return to AlleyCat with an ALL AGES show, 6pm on Saturday May 16th. Doors open at 5 Show at 6 Karaoke after th...
View eventNorthside Neighborhood
Flash in a Pan is a stringband from Iowa City playing original and traditional folk and bluegrass music. Northside Saturday Nighsts is sp...
View eventFood and bar movement
Editorial notes on where hours, openings, and neighborhood patterns are moving.
Early voting in the June 2 primary election started on Wednesday. County auditors’ offices have started mailing out absentee ballots requested by voters and are opening their doors for early in-person voting. Early in-person voting will run through Monday, June 1, the day before the primary election, and all mail-in absentee ballots must be received […]
Reported by Little Village
I’m in a bathroom in Highland Park at 11 p.m. on a Friday night. The walls are painted deep red, and the room is lit almost exclusively by prayer candles. Pictures of Jesus line the walls, including one shadowbox image backlit by a single bulb. A black toilet looms in the corner, directly opposite a […]
Reported by Little Village
Greater Iowa City, Inc., is inviting business leaders to work alongside fellow professionals at Big Grove Brewery on Thursday, May 21. The open coworking event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the brewery, 1225 S. Gilbert St., Iowa City. No registration is required. From noon to 1 p.m., Greater Iowa City will host […] The post Greater Iowa City hosting coworking event at Big Grove Brewery appeared first on Corridor Business Journal .
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Campus
A quick read of Iowa Now headlines and upcoming University of Iowa events.
University of Iowa alumnus Samuel D. Hunter’s Broadway debut, Little Bear Ridge Road, received a Tony Award nomination for Best...
Read storyCoverage from Iowa Now.
Read storyJoin us as we celebrate the Class of 2026 PharmD graduates! Doors will open one hour prior to ceremony start. No tickets requir...
Read storyCollege of Education Undergraduate Commencement and Teacher Education Program Recognition Ceremony is held at the end of the fa...
Read storyBusiness spotlight
A featured local business from Iowa City and the Corridor.
Quick tools
Gas, movies, late-night hours, and road conditions from sources that stay current.
Around the corridor
Check AAA's Iowa fuel dashboard for the latest statewide price read, then confirm nearby station prices in your gas app before you head out.
Tonight
Use the FilmScene and Marcus Coral Ridge calendars for today's Iowa City and Coralville showtimes before picking a seat.
After 10 PM
Late-night food and bar hours shift by day and season, so confirm with downtown listings or the venue before making the late run.
Travel check
IA-1: Road work continues between County Road F8W and I-80 (3 miles north of the Iowa City area). I-80: Shoulder work remains active near Tiffin.
Utility
Latest draw numbers and official result links from the Iowa Lottery.
Iowa Lottery
Latest draw: May 11, 2026
Estimated jackpot
$69,000,000
Next Est. Jackpot On 5/13:
Draw details
Power Play 3x
Cash option $31,200,000
Recent draws
Powerball resultsMay 11
Power Play 3xMay 9
Power Play 2xMay 6
Power Play 3xIowa Lottery
Latest draw: May 12, 2026
Estimated jackpot
$251,000,000
Next Est. Jackpot On 5/15:
Draw details
Mega Ball
Cash option $112,300,000
Recent draws
Mega Millions resultsMay 12
May 8
May 5
Iowa Lottery
Latest draw: May 11, 2026
Estimated jackpot
$25,420,000
Next Est. Jackpot On 5/13:
Draw details
All Star Bonus 2x
Cash option $11,480,000
Recent draws
Lotto America resultsMay 11
All Star Bonus 2xMay 9
All Star Bonus 4xMay 6
All Star Bonus 5xSource: Powerball, Mega Millions, Lotto America
Local Corridor displays lottery information for convenience. If any result here differs from the official drawing results, the relevant lottery authority controls.
Last updated May 13, 2026, 9:05 PM CDT
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