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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

Then-candidate Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally in Henderson, Nev., on Oct. 5, 2016.

Iowa’s U.S. senators vote against impeachment trial, will continue this week

Julia Shanahan, Politics Editor February 9, 2021

Iowa’s U.S. senators, both Republicans, voted against the constitutionality of moving forward with a senate impeachment trial for former President Donald Trump on Tuesday, similar to a vote held...

Iowa's 285-pound Tony Cassioppi grapples with Nebraska's  David Jensen during session two of the Big Ten Wrestling Tournament in Piscataway, NJ on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Cassioppi won by fall in 2:55.

Cassioppi collects Big Ten Co-Wrestler of the Week honor

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor February 9, 2021

Hawkeye heavyweight Tony Cassioppi has been named Big Ten Co-Wrestler of the Week, per a Tuesday morning release. The 285-pound Roscoe, Illinois, native split the weekly award with Ohio State's Sammy...

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Opinion | Alcohol use disorder needs to be addressed better by the UI

Ally Pronina, Opinions Columnist February 8, 2021

It’s no secret that the University of Iowa has a drinking problem. We were one of the top 20 party schools nationwide until 2019.  Iowa City plans to open its first non-alcoholic bar, which aims...

Tables are kept 6 feet apart at Buffalo Wild Wings during the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021. Social distancing is still maintained after Governor Kim Reynolds removed the mandate at 12:01 a.m. that morning.

Opinion | The University of Iowa’s COVID-19 policies and response needs improvement

Hannah Pinski, Opinions Editor February 8, 2021

Iowa City, we may be in trouble.  Iowa is one of the slowest states in vaccine distribution. The Iowa Department of Public Health issued a supplemental vaccine shortage order that could remain...

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Riverside’s ‘Will Power’ reimagined for virtual classrooms

Jenna Post, Arts Reporter February 8, 2021

Since beginning in 2006, the Will Power series has brought many of Shakespeare’s works to the classroom. Ordinarily, the annual event involves the Riverside Theatre team visiting middle school classrooms...

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

State of Iowa to pay patient $350,000 following negligence lawsuit

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter February 8, 2021

The State of Iowa agreed to pay a University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics patient a $350,000 settlement because of alleged negligence from a hip surgery in 2016. Following a right total hip arthroplasty...

Capel Howorth poses for a portrait in his home studio on Jan 29. 2021.

The art of ‘good sound’: local producer Capel Howorth gives the ins and outs to music production

Megan Conroy, Arts Reporter February 8, 2021

While riding in a red Merkur Scorpio, Capel Howorth’s dad would quiz him on artists like The Beatles and Steely Dan. He considers those moments to be the spark that lit his way to a deep love for...

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Life at Iowa: When roommates don’t work out

Tatiana Plowman, Arts Reporter February 8, 2021

As an out-of-state freshman, the choice to come to the University of Iowa for the 2020 fall semester was a difficult decision. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, I wasn’t sure if it was worth the...

Iowa's Samantha Mannix hits a forehand during a women's tennis match between Iowa and Colorado at the HTRC on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020.

Iowa women’s tennis wraps up preseason play

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter February 8, 2021

Freshman Alexa Noel has started 2020-21 hot for the Hawkeye women’s tennis team. The 97th-ranked singles player in the country wrapped up a perfect preseason last weekend at the Wisconsin Invitational. Against...

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Long awaited nationals preparation begins for the Iowa dance team

Caitlin Crome, News Reporter February 8, 2021

After months of virtual practices and an empty schedule void of game appearances, the University of Iowa dance team is back to work as it prepares for the Universal Dance Association College Nationals...

Iowa head coach Tom Brands yells during a wrestling dual meet between Iowa and Nebraska at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers, 26-6.

Iowa wrestling pauses in-person activities

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor February 8, 2021

Per a release, Hawkeye wrestling paused all team related in-person activities at the direction of the University of Iowa medical team Monday. The decision comes in response to positive COVID-19 test...