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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

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Jiselle Fernandez of Iowa City tries one of the loop devices on Friday, July, 7, 2021. Fernandez says she likes how they work and likes the music.

Interactive art exhibit ‘Loop’ takes over Pedestrian Mall in downtown Iowa City

Meg Doster, News Reporter July 18, 2021

The Iowa City Pedestrian Mall is staying in the loop with its latest exhibit, aptly titled, “Loop.” The hand-drawn animations within “Loop” and the corresponding flashing lights and softly...

The new University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson speaks to reporters at a press conference in the Levitt Center for University Advancement on April 30, 2021. Wilson becomes the 22nd president for the University of Iowa and was previously the Executive Vice President and Vice President for Academic Affairs for the University of Illinois.

Guest Opinion | No future in sight with Barbara Wilson

July 18, 2021

On April 15, candidate Barbara Wilson held her public forum in the Levitt Center for University Advancement. Fortunately, I was able to attend the session in person. My early arrival ensured a front...

Watering vegetables and herbs in raised bed. Fresh plants and soil.

Opinion | Iowa City needs to implement more public gardening to grow locally

Luke Krchak, Opinions Columnist July 18, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred people to try new things, but a hobby that needs attention is gardening, specifically in the Iowa City community. Iowa City could use more than four community gardens,...

Jan 16, 2021; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills strong safety Micah Hyde (23) reacts after a play against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half of an AFC Divisional Round playoff game at Bills Stadium.

Three former Hawkeye football players look to play important roles for Buffalo Bills

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 18, 2021

Despite leaving the Iowa football program at different times, defensive back Micah Hyde, guard Ike Boettger, and defensive end A.J. Epenesa have ended up with the NFL’s Buffalo Bills. Hyde signed...

Cristhian Bahena Rivera leaves the courtroom after a hearing for the defense's motion to compel on July 15, 2021. The judge denied the motion on July 16. (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette)

Judge denies defense’s motion to compel in Rivera trial

Rachel Schilke, Summer Editor July 16, 2021

Judge Joel Yates denied the defense for Cristhian Bahena Rivera’s Motion to Compel evidence on Friday, stating their request for information is too broad and lacks a substantial connection to Mollie...

The Scoreboard: July 16, 2021

The Scoreboard: July 16, 2021

July 16, 2021

This week on "The Scoreboard," hosts Austin Hanson and Shivansh Ahuja are joined by Daily Iowan Pregame Editor Robert Read and Summer Sports Editor Chloe Peterson to talk Iowa football, Hawkeye men's...

Iowa guard Joe Toussaint attempts to score during the Big Ten men's basketball tournament quarterfinals against Wisconsin on Friday, March 12, 2021 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 62-57. No. 3 Iowa will go on to play No. 2 Illinois tomorrow afternoon in the semifinals.

‘This is your team now:’ Joe Toussaint taking over as Iowa’s starting point guard

Robert Read, Summer Editor July 15, 2021

Joe Toussaint’s confusion upon hearing the news that his teammate Jordan Bohannon was returning to the Hawkeyes for a sixth year was quickly replaced with a sense of relief. The Iowa men’s basketball...

Cristhian Bahena Rivera sits beside defense attorney Jennifer Frese as she explains the defense's motion to compel on Thursday, July 15, 2021. A hearing on the motion for a new trial will be July 22, 2021. (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette)

‘They’ve got buyer’s remorse’: Prosecution, defense disagree on motion to compel in Rivera trial

Rachel Schilke, Summer Editor July 15, 2021

MONTEZUMA – Despite the fact that sentencing was set for Thursday, the trial for Cristhian Bahena Rivera continues as both the prosecution and defense wait for the judge to decide on whether or not...

Cristhian Bahena Rivera testifies from the witness stand, on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, in the Scott County Courthouse, in Davenport, Iowa. Bahena Rivera is on trial after being charged with first degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts in July 2018. (Pool Photo/Kelsey Kremer/Des Moines Register)

Rivera sentencing delayed as defense requests new trial, prosecution resists

Rachel Schilke, Summer Editor July 15, 2021

Sentencing for Cristhian Bahena Rivera has been delayed until the court hears a motion for a new trial, which has caused the prosecution to file resistance to the defense’s requests. The defense...

Iowa City Transit bus as seen on Sept. 21.

IC Transit launches new initiatives to help elderly riders

Meg Doster, News Reporter July 14, 2021

The elderly of Iowa City can now ride free on the Iowa City Area Transit system after it launched new changes to their transportation services on July 6. In the week since then, the Transportation...

Some of the many food items that line shelves, on Friday, Jan 22, 2021. The food pantry not only helps with food but personal items as well.

Opinion | We need to address food waste and insecurity

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist July 14, 2021

College campuses are hotspots for food waste, and this issue needs to be addressed now more than ever. The pandemic has taken a toll on Americans in more than one way, including catalyzing rises in...