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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

Michael Barbaro, host of the New York Times’ podcast, The Daily, delivers a presentation in the Main Lounge at the Iowa Memorial Union in Iowa City, Iowa on Wednesday, March 8th.

New York Times ‘The Daily’ host Michael Barbaro talks media transparency in UI visit

Sabine Martin, Managing Editor March 8, 2023

The New York Times created “The Daily” podcast in a time of uncertainty when Americans were reportedly losing trust in the media.    Since its creation in 2017, “The Daily” podcast host...

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors listen to speakers during a Board of Superviors meeting in the Johnson County Administration Building in Iowa City.

Johnson County passes Windham Village plan, despite resident protests

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 8, 2023

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to officially create Windham Village during its formal meeting Wednesday evening. The vote comes three months after Windham residents protested...

The cast for South Bend Civic Theatre's production of Something Rotten rehearses July 12, 2022. The production runs from July 15 to 31, 2022. Civic Theater Puts On Something Rotten

UI Theatre department presents humorous retelling of Shakespeare and history of musical theatre with “Something Rotten!”

Emma Gaughan, Arts Reporter March 8, 2023

Being true to oneself — that’s how the cast and crew of “Something Rotten!” describes the theme of the show. The show was presented by the University of Iowa Theatre department at Mabie Theater...

Student protestors cheer in support of speakers in front of the Old Capital, Mar. 1, 2023.

UI organizations react to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation

Natalie Miller, News Reporter March 8, 2023

University of Iowa organizations are concerned for the LGBTQ+ community with the rise of anti-LGTBQ+ legislation that is making its way through the 2023 legislative session. The Iowa House and...

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors listens to speakers at the Johnson County Administration Building Oct. 5, 2022.

New apprenticeship program from Johnson County aims to diversify workplace

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter March 8, 2023

Johnson County is aiming to diversify its workplace through a new apprenticeship program.  The new program that was announced earlier on Wednesday at the Johnson County Board of Supervisors’...

The Willow Creek Trail is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 8, 2023.

Willow Creek Trail to receive replacement with costs over $720,000

Jack Moore, News Reporter March 8, 2023

Approximately 0.9 miles of the two-mile-long Willow Creek Trail will be replaced this summer with an estimated price tag of just over $720,000. The project is just one of several park renovations...

Part Time Vegan performs during a Summer Camp Music Festival at Gabe’s in downtown Iowa City on Friday, Feb. 11, 2022. Local bands could register and perform within the event and event-goers voted on winners.

Local Iowa City band ‘Part Time Vegan’ dissolves, becomes ‘Worst Impressions’ and ‘Shrub’

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter March 8, 2023

Some things are not meant to last forever. This was the case for the Iowa City-based band, Part Time Vegan, which was only the beginning for the two new bands Worst Impressions and Shrub. The band...

Iowa assistant coaches Sean McGrath and Marty Sutherland give a thumbs up during the Iowa men's baseball media day at Duane Banks Baseball Stadium in Iowa City on February 8, 2023. With many new players on the field, head coach Rick Heller has his sights on Omaha.

New Iowa baseball pitching coach Sean McGrath excited about talented Hawkeye hurlers

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter March 8, 2023

“The ceiling is the roof.” Those were the first words new Iowa pitching coach Sean McGrath said — quoting a famous Michael Jordan statement sarcastically —  about the potential his new...

Iowa guard Tony Perkins shoots the ball during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 92-75. Perkins scored 24 points.

Where to watch Iowa men’s basketball take on Ohio State in second round of Big Ten Tournament

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor March 8, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team will face off against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament on Thursday after the Buckeyes defeated the Wisconsin Badgers, 65-57, in...

Gov. Kim Reynolds delivers a speech during the 2023 Condition of the State at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. At the end of Reynolds’ speech, she thanked supporters. “Thank you for the honor to serve as your governor,” Reynolds said. “God bless you, and God bless the great state of Iowa.”

Gov. Reynolds announced school choice researcher will be the next head of Iowa Department of Education

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor March 8, 2023

Gov. Kim Reynolds tapped Chad Aldis, a school choice and education reform researcher, to be the next head of Iowa’s Department of Education on Wednesday afternoon. Aldis was the vice president...

The Iowa House convenes during the first day of the 90th Iowa General Assembly at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 9, 2023.

Iowa Legislature passes bill to restrict gender-affirming health care for minors

Emily Delgado, Politics Reporter March 8, 2023

The Iowa House passed a bill, 58-39, restricting access for transgender youth to seek gender-affirming care in the state on Wednesday afternoon. The bill, Senate File 538,  now heads to the governor’s...

A crowd gathers outside of Bo’James Food & Drink in search of Will Ferrell in downtown Iowa City on March 8, 2023.

Will Ferrell films documentary in Iowa City

Kate Perez and Cooper Worth March 8, 2023

Iowa City community members flocked downtown Wednesday afternoon after reports that comedian and actor Will Ferrell was in the area circulated.  Kristin Pedersen, Iowa City Community School District...