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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

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

Iowa Supreme Court to hear oral arguments in Iowa City police wrongful prosecution case

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor February 13, 2023

The Iowa Supreme Court will hear oral arguments from the legal team of an Iowa City man who was charged with, and later acquitted by a jury, of sexual abuse in 2013. The legal battle between Iowa City...

Marco Morel, the new deputy director of the Justice and Equity Committee for Undergraduate Student Government poses for a photo in the USG office in the Iowa Memorial Union on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023.

Marco Morel joins USG Justice and Equity leadership with focus on accessibility

Archie Wagner, News Reporter February 13, 2023

Marco Morel will serve as the University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government’s first Justice and Equity Committee deputy director. The position was created as a response to low retention rates...

The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business building is seen on Sunday, April 24, 2022.

Multiple Iowa City entrepreneurs accepted into accelerated program

Katie Asher, News Reporter February 13, 2023

University of Iowa second-year College of Dentistry students Jackie Yeh and David Jun noticed a lack of dental glasses and tools that fit facial structures of Asian people. The duo now has an opportunity...

Opinion | Recognizing important Black voices

Opinion | Recognizing important Black voices

Opinions Staff, DI OPINIONS STAFF February 13, 2023

Peter Anders, Opinions Contributor Spike Lee A person I look up to is the legendary filmmaker Spike Lee. Born in Atlanta, Georgia on March 20, 1957, he grew up to be one of the premiere Black...

Feb 8, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Luka Garza (55) reacts to a play against the Utah Jazz in the fourth quarter at Vivint Arena.

Hawks in the NBA | Feb. 6-12

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Reporter February 13, 2023

Former Iowa basketball teammates Keegan Murray and Luka Garza secured career-highs in scoring in their NBA action this week. Murray, a forward for the Sacramento Kings, exploded for 30 points in a 140-120...

Photo illustration by Matt Sindt.

UI students continue to use fitness trackers despite claims of inaccuracies in data

Sofia Mamakos, News Reporter February 12, 2023

As wearable fitness trackers become a popular way to measure everyday activity, University of Iowa students are continuing to use the devices, despite worries from health care officials. Fitness trackers,...

Iowa pitcher Ty Langenberg pitches the ball during a baseball game at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Saturday, May 21, 2022. The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Indiana Hoosiers, 2-1. Langenberg pitched five innings and struck out four batters.

Iowa baseball pitcher Ty Langenberg looks to take the next step

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter February 12, 2023

Iowa baseball has historically found success with its Friday night pitchers. Trenton Wallace, Iowa’s 2021 Friday night pitcher, was the Big Ten Pitcher of the Year, going 7-1 with a 2.34...

Chun works at her computer after practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa, on Monday, Nov. 28, 2022. Chun said she enjoys coaching much more than the busy work in front of her computer, but knows the value of emails and phone calls to keep the program moving forward.

Building a team

February 12, 2023

As a former national women’s wrestling coach, Chun didn’t have any experience with NCAA compliance policies. All coaches and athletes need to be versed in NCAA rules and regulations, including required...

Chun and wrestler Sterling Dias lift weights during a strength and conditioning practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa, on Monday, Nov. 28, 2022. Chun said she enjoys working out with her team and participating in practice drills and activities so she is able to connect on a deeper level with her team.

Finding the right coach

February 12, 2023

While Burke said Iowa wasn’t necessarily looking for a coach with NCAA experience, she wanted someone who had experience with women’s wrestlers and a passion that rivaled fans in the state. Because...

Iowa head coach of women’s wrestling Clarissa Chun gets introduced during a season opening dual wrestling meet between No. 1 Iowa and No. 21 Princeton at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021.

A historic addition

February 12, 2023

Athletic director Gary Barta announced the addition of the Iowa women’s wrestling program in an early morning release on Sept. 23, 2021. Multiple factors went into the decision for the UI to become...

A sign inside Marco’s Grilled Cheese is seen on Friday, Feb. 3, 2023.

Marco’s Grilled Cheese to add new locations in 2023

Natalie Miller, News Reporter February 12, 2023

The locally-loved Marco’s Grilled Cheese restaurant in Iowa City is adding two new locations on First Avenue in Iowa City and in Coralville this year. The Coralville restaurant will take over the...

President and CEO at MYEP Roger Lusala poses for a portrait on Monday, Dec. 14, 2020 in his office at MYEP.

Human Rights Commission’s new leadership speaks on future of social justice in Iowa City

Jack Moore, News Reporter February 12, 2023

The newly elected Iowa City Human Rights Commission chair and vice chair are pushing for improvements to affordable housing and grant programs for Iowa City residents and businesses. The Iowa...