Shooting in Iowa City Sparks Shelter-in-Place Order; Suspect on the Run
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A shooting incident in Iowa City on Friday, November 7, 2025, prompted a shelter-in-place order for the University of Iowa community. The incident occurred in the 900 block of East Burlington Street, with the suspect reportedly fleeing westbound on foot. According to the Iowa City Police Department, officers responded to a report of gunfire at 1:29 pm and found evidence of shots being fired. While the police described the incident as isolated and not posing a known threat to the public, the University of Iowa issued a Hawk Alert, warning students and staff of possible gunshots several blocks east of campus. The incident forced the evacuation of the Big Noon Kickoff site on the Pentacrest, which is located near the University of Iowa campus. The event was relocated to Schaeffer Hall, a nearby building. The shooting took place ahead of the highly anticipated Iowa Hawkeyes versus Oregon Ducks game at the Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes are hoping to strengthen their chances for the College Football Playoff rankings with a win against the Ducks, who are struggling with a single loss and little room for error. The police are currently investigating the incident, and the public is advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
