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Amal Eltayib poses with her invention presentation.
City High Student Wins KCRG Student of The Month
March 10, 2026
Band director Michael Kowbel will be one of the teachers going along with students on the trip to Germany and Prague over spring break.
Music Department Prepares For European Tour
March 10, 2026
The Court Street entrance to the lower lot is closed until construction is finished in July. Extra student parking is available at Bates Field.
BREAKING NEWS: Court Street Closed for Construction Starting March 9
March 9, 2026
Madison Glass ’29, a participant in the dessert competition, made Chocolate Souffles with her partner Lila MacInnis-Baumert '29.
Max Sherburne ’29 Wins French Dessert Competition
March 5, 2026
Clara Martin '27, a Raw Bacon team member, smiles after winning their 4th match of day two at the state championship.
Raw Bacon places 14th at State in the Black Division
March 3, 2026
City High Cheer team places fifth at the State Competition.
Coach Kate Degner Steps Down from Cheerleading
March 10, 2026
Preston (Left) Blocking while Coden (Back Right) is preparing to receive the snap.
Future of City High football starring Preston Mensah and Coden Kurtz
February 27, 2026
Iyon Harris '26 hangs in the air on a drive. City won 51-45 against Marshalltown.
City takes down Marshalltown at the Roundhouse to Advance in the Playoffs
February 25, 2026
The City High girls basketball team celebrates with the student section after a win against rival school, Iowa City West.
Girls Basketball Faces Road Trip to Valley for a Trip to State and Athletic Department Offers Free Admission
February 24, 2026
AJ Jacobus whips a pass to Iyon Harris during the second half.
City Boys Take on Marshalltown in First Round of Sub-state
February 23, 2026
STAFF EDITORIAL: Can Phones Be Banned For Good?
STAFF EDITORIAL: Can Phones Be Banned For Good?
March 10, 2026
Is AI Art real art? Nicolas Vergara-Vanegas says YES, but Lily Rantanen says NO.
PERSPECTIVES: Is AI Art Real Art?
March 9, 2026
My Favorite Cinematic Universe
My Favorite Cinematic Universe
March 6, 2026
What the Packers Should do in the Offseason
What the Packers Should do in the Offseason
February 27, 2026
Eritrea: Africa's North Korea
Eritrea: Africa’s North Korea
February 24, 2026
IndieWire film critic David Ehrlich creates an annual video chronicling his top 25 movies of the year. Photos courtesy of David Ehrlich
CRITIC ON CRITICS: An Interview with Film Critic David Ehrlich
March 10, 2026
Film critic Bilge Edibiri.
CRITIC ON CRITICS: An Interview with Film Critic Bilge Ebiri
February 26, 2026
Laila pho's hair draws lots of attention, but she says it only tells part of her story.
It’s More than just Hair
February 23, 2026
"I love playing together," Lewis said.
The Bigs: Larew and Lewis
February 23, 2026
Thisbe Lewis, Tessa Driscoll, and Halle Larew were given flowers to celebrate senior night. They have played together for the past five years.
Thisbe Lewis, Halle Larew and Tessa Driscoll Honored on Senior Night
February 12, 2026
Madison Glass ’29, a participant in the dessert competition, made Chocolate Souffles with her partner Lila MacInnis-Baumert '29.
Max Sherburne ’29 Wins French Dessert Competition
March 5, 2026
Renowned City High art teacher, Dan Peterson, is instructing a student on how to set up the ceramic art work in preparation for the tri-annual art show.
Ceramics and Expressive Drawing Highlight Second Trimester Art Show
March 3, 2026
The carnival took place in City High's cafeteria, with a little under 100 students in attendance.
City High Student Senate hosts Mid-Winter Carnival
February 27, 2026
Good Morning City High!
Good Morning City High!
February 27, 2026
Good Morning City High!
Good Morning City High!
February 20, 2026
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Coach Kate Degner Steps Down from Cheerleading
Scarlett Carino-Marek and Saylor Short • March 10, 2026
City High Student Wins KCRG Student of The Month
Liyan Elgiseer, Assistant News Editor • March 10, 2026
Music Department Prepares For European Tour
Vencenzio McGill, Reporter • March 10, 2026
CRITIC ON CRITICS: An Interview with Film Critic David Ehrlich
Ben Haines, Reporter • March 10, 2026
STAFF EDITORIAL: Can Phones Be Banned For Good?
LH Staff, Reporter • March 10, 2026
BREAKING NEWS: Court Street Closed for Construction Starting March 9
Lily Rantanen, Executive Editor • March 9, 2026
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NEWS
Amal Eltayib poses with her invention presentation.
Band director Michael Kowbel will be one of the teachers going along with students on the trip to Germany and Prague over spring break.
The Court Street entrance to the lower lot is closed until construction is finished in July. Extra student parking is available at Bates Field.
Madison Glass ’29, a participant in the dessert competition, made Chocolate Souffles with her partner Lila MacInnis-Baumert '29.
PODS AND VIDEO
Max Sherburne ’29 Wins French Dessert Competition
Martha Willard, News Editor
Ceramics and Expressive Drawing Highlight Second Trimester Art Show
Kyle Hartwig, Reporter
City High Student Senate hosts Mid-Winter Carnival
Martha Willard, News Editor
Good Morning City High!
Stevie Wilmoth, Avery O'Brien, Scarlett Carino-Marek, and Bella Ragona
OPINION
STAFF EDITORIAL: Can Phones Be Banned For Good?
STAFF EDITORIAL: Can Phones Be Banned For Good?
March 10, 2026
Is AI Art real art? Nicolas Vergara-Vanegas says YES, but Lily Rantanen says NO.
PERSPECTIVES: Is AI Art Real Art?
March 9, 2026
My Favorite Cinematic Universe
My Favorite Cinematic Universe
March 6, 2026
What the Packers Should do in the Offseason
What the Packers Should do in the Offseason
February 27, 2026
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IndieWire film critic David Ehrlich creates an annual video chronicling his top 25 movies of the year. Photos courtesy of David Ehrlich
CRITIC ON CRITICS: An Interview with Film Critic David Ehrlich
Ben Haines, Reporter • March 10, 2026
Film critic Bilge Edibiri.
CRITIC ON CRITICS: An Interview with Film Critic Bilge Ebiri
Ben Haines, Reporter • February 26, 2026
Laila pho's hair draws lots of attention, but she says it only tells part of her story.
It’s More than just Hair
Rayan Ahmed, Assistant Feature Editor • February 23, 2026
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Laila pho's hair draws lots of attention, but she says it only tells part of her story.

It's More than just Hair

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City alum Abby Schroder stand with Executive Chef Bailey Sullivan at Monteverde restaurant in Chicago. Sullivan was a contestant on Season 22 of Bravo’s Top Chef and she was named a Rising Star by Starchefs in 2021

Alumni Abby Schroder Rises to Executive Sous Chef at Monteverde in Chicago

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Savion Miller runs with the ball during a game with Regina in his sophomore season.

Savion Miller Transfers to City High

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City High Speech at City High after the State Competition in Clear Creek Amana on February 7th.

Season Ends for Large Group Speech

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"I love playing together," Lewis said.

The Bigs: Larew and Lewis

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City High Cheer team places fifth at the State Competition.
Preston (Left) Blocking while Coden (Back Right) is preparing to receive the snap.
Iyon Harris '26 hangs in the air on a drive. City won 51-45 against Marshalltown.
The City High girls basketball team celebrates with the student section after a win against rival school, Iowa City West.
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