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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Junior UI golfer, Shelby Philips practicing for an upcoming meet on September 16th, 2014 at Finkbine golf course. The women's golf team competed with each other for their place in the meet. ({TheDailyIowan}/{AnnaKilzer})

Iowa women’s golf looks forward to fall season

Ethan Brander, Sports Reporter August 2, 2021

After missing out on NCAA Regionals in the 2020-21 season, the Iowa women’s golf team will return to the links with renewed energy this fall. “We definitely left the end of the season disappointed,”...

Opinion | Gov. Reynolds lack of leadership during COVID-19 hurts Iowa

Opinion | Gov. Reynolds lack of leadership during COVID-19 hurts Iowa

Hannah Pinski, Opinions Editor August 2, 2021

Iowans put a spotlight on Gov. Kim Reynolds via Twitter throughout the COVID-19 pandemic by labeling her with the hashtag #COVIDKim to express dissatisfaction with her policies or lack thereof. But...

Cristhian Bahena Rivera listens to Poweshiek County Attorney Bart Klaver give his opening statement at his trial at the Scott County Courthouse in Davenport, Iowa, on Wednesday, May 19, 2021.  Rivera is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts. (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette)

Rivera trial: Bahena Rivera denied new trial despite post-trial evidence

Rachel Schilke, Summer Editor August 2, 2021

Cristhian Bahena Rivera will not receive a new trial, despite post-trial evidence and suppressed information that linked potential other suspects to the murder of University of Iowa student Mollie...

The UIHC is seen on Wednesday, April 7, 2021.

UI Health Care reached 7 percent operating margin, one time success sharing payment possible

Emily Delgado, News Reporter August 1, 2021

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are in a stable enough economic condition as fiscal 2021 ends that it can start to reimburse its employees, who lost compensation during the first year...

Parkston native Riley Reiff has played every down on offense for the Vikings this season. USA Today © USA Today via Imagn Content Services, LLC

Former Hawkeye Riley Reiff brings veteran experience to young Bengals team

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter August 1, 2021

Former Hawkeye offensive lineman Riley Reiff has been a reliable asset in the NFL since joining the league in 2012. Reiff played for the Hawkeyes from 2008-11 and was drafted by the Detroit Lions...

At the south end of downtown DeLand, outside of Chicas Cuban Cafe, about two dozen people gathered on Wednesday, July 21, to show their support for the people of Cuba who have been protesting against the government in unprecedented numbers this month.© Nigel Cook/News-Journal via Imagn Content Services, LLC

Opinion | We need to stand up against countries censoring its people

Luke Krchak, Opinions Columnist August 1, 2021

First Amendment rights are often taken for granted in America, as the everyday person can voice their opinions on the government. However, not every country has such pleasures, including the freedom...

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa., has a conversation at the Iowa State Capitol on Monday, January 13, 2020.

Rural doctor, Minden City Council member becomes third Democrat announcing candidacy for U.S. Senate

Emily Delgado, News Reporter July 30, 2021

Rural Iowa doctor Glenn Hurst announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate on Thursday. Hurst is currently a member of the Minden City Council, where he has his own private practice. In addition...

Friday, Jan. 29, 2021; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Iowa’s Joe Wieskamp (10) dribbles past Illinois Guard Ayo Dosunmu (11) during the Iowa v. Illinois basketball game at State Farm Center Friday night. Illinois beat the Hawks, 80-75.

Joe Wieskamp, Luka Garza both selected in second round of NBA Draft

Robert Read, Summer Editor July 29, 2021

Former Iowa men's basketball players Joe Wieskamp and Luka Garza were both selected in the second round of Thursday's 2021 NBA Draft. Wieskamp, a three-year starter for the Hawkeyes, was selected...

Iowa City Police Department vehicles are seen on July 9, 2019.

Police charge Cedar Rapids man in Ped Mall shooting investigation

Sabine Martin, News Editor July 29, 2021

The Iowa City Police Department has identified and charged the individual who police said fired multiple shots from a handgun in the Iowa City Pedestrian Mall last Sunday. Iowa City Police identified...

UI students given first round of vaccinations on Thursday, Jan 28, 2021. Syringes wait to be used. Each has the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine in it.

Local and state health officials urge Iowans to get vaccinated as Delta variant gains strength

Jake Olson, News Reporter July 28, 2021

While the seven-day average of COVID-19 cases has managed to stay in the single digitals in Johnson County since mid-May, the COVID-19 Delta variant has been on the rise in Iowa since it was detected...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are seen on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics request three capital improvement projects for patient observation rooms, intake bays

Sabine Martin, News Editor July 28, 2021

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics requested three capital improvement projects for approval at the state Board of Regents meeting Wednesday, including the addition of 30 new patient observation...

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Opinion | The Ketamine Chronicles — a new hope for depression

Samuel O’Connor, Opinions Columnist July 28, 2021

Ketamine therapy is a breakthrough treatment in the field of mental health. If you have not been medicated for depression or anxiety, it is incredibly likely that you know someone who has. The Center...