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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Republican presidential candidate and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis greets his supporters after an event hosted by super PAC Never Back Down at the Veterans of Foreign Wars hall in Southwest Cedar Rapids on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023. In a crowd of 60 supporters, DeSantis emphasized his record as Governor of Florida and the legislative results he helped deliver in the state. “I don’t say things idly, when I’m doing it I think about how I’m going to actually get it accomplished,” DeSantis said.

DeSantis emphasizes record in closing pitch to Iowa voters

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor December 19, 2023

CEDAR RAPIDS — Florida Gov. and presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis honed in on his strong record of delivering conservative results at a visit to Cedar Rapids on Tuesday campaign stop with less than...

Iowa Drum Major Christian Frankl direct the Hawkeye Marching Band durning the Hawkeye Huttle before a football game between No.18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023.

Student Spotlight | Hawkeye Marching Band drum major reflects on last year in the position

Grant Darnell, Arts Reporter December 18, 2023

  Fifth-year University of Iowa student Christian Frankl has had a passion for music and marching band since he was young. When he started his freshman year as an alto saxophone player for...

December 16, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots the basketball against Utah Jazz guard Ochai Agbaji (30) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NBA | Keegan Murray puts up historic 47-point performance

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter December 18, 2023

It’s safe to say Keegan Murray seems to be past his shooting slump.  The Sacramento Kings forward was one of the best shooters percentage-wise throughout the 2022-23 NBA season, making a rookie...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks on the sideline during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 26-0.

Iowa football notebook | Kirk Ferentz talks hiring of new offensive coordinator, Cooper DeJean undecided on returning next season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor December 18, 2023

Iowa fans will have to wait until 2024 to learn of the Hawkeyes' next offensive coordinator. Head coach Kirk Ferentz spoke with the media on Monday and said he has talked to three potential candidates...

Members of the Iowa women’s wrestling team signal for two points during teammate 143-pound Reese Larramendy against Life wrestler Jamilah McBryde during day two of the 2022 Soldier Salute College Wrestling Tournament at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022. Larramendy defeated McBryde, 13-5.

Iowa women’s wrestling notebook | Hawkeyes stay unbeaten in Vegas

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter December 17, 2023

After a solid showing at the North Central Collegiate last week, the Iowa women’s wrestling squad headed eastbound to beautiful Las Vegas, Nevada, for the Desert Duals. The event was held at the...

No. 1 seeded 125-pound Iowa's Spencer Lee looks to the crowd after wrestling No. 16 seeded 125-pound Michigan's Jack Medley during session two of the NCAA Wrestling Championships at BOK Center in Tulsa, Okla. on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Lee defeated Medley by technical fall, 17-0.

Six Hawkeyes place in top five at Senior Nationals, earn berth to 2024 Olympic Trials

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor December 17, 2023

The Iowa men's and women’s wrestling programs will be represented at the 2024 Olympic Trials. Spencer Lee, Tony Cassioppi, Austin DeSanto, Alex Marinelli, Marlynne Deede, and Rose Cassioppi each...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark signs autographs and greets fans during game two of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball and Cleveland State at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Vikings, 104-75.

Caitlin Clark drops 38 in homecoming at Wells Fargo Arena as Iowa stomps Cleveland State, 104-75

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter December 16, 2023

DES MOINES — Since the Iowa women's basketball schedule was announced earlier this year, Caitlin Clark has had Saturday night's matchup against Cleveland State circled on her calendar.  The game...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a three-pointer during game two of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball and Cleveland State at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. Clark shot 9-of-16 in 3-pointers. The Hawkeyes defeated the Vikings, 104-75.

Caitlin Clark scores 38 as No. 4 Iowa blows out Cleveland State, 104-75, at Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase in Des Moines

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter December 16, 2023

DES MOINES — The No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball team blew Cleveland State out, 104-75, at the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Saturday. Iowa was led by star guard...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark celebrates during game two of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball and Cleveland State at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. Clark played for 30 minutes and 36 seconds. The Hawkeyes defeated the Vikings, 104-75.

Photos: No. 4 Iowa women’s basketball vs. Cleveland State in Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase

Grace Smith, Photojournalist December 16, 2023

The No. 4 Hawkeyes defeated Cleveland State 104-75, at the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase in a sold-out Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Saturday. 14, 786 fans attended the contest. Cleveland State guard...

Iowa forward Payton Sandfort celebrates during game one of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between Iowa men’s basketball and Florida A&M at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Florida A&M in Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase

Grace Smith, Photojournalist December 16, 2023

The Hawkeyes defeated the Florida A&M Rattlers, 88-52, at the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase in Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Saturday. Iowa improved to 6-5 on the season in the team's first game in...

Iowa forward Payton Sandfort shoots a layup during game one of the Hy-Vee Hawkeye Showcase between Iowa men’s basketball and Florida A&M at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023.

Iowa men’s basketball crushes Florida A&M, 88-52, to snap three-game losing streak

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 16, 2023

In a span of less than two minutes, Iowa first-year big man Owen Freeman best encapsulated the journey of the Iowa men's basketball team over the past two weeks. With 1:07 remaining in the first half...

Iowa women’s wrestling head coach Clarissa Chun claps during the Trailblazer Duals between No. 3 Iowa, No. 6 Sacred Heart, No. 13 Presbyterian, and No. 11 Lindenwood at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. Iowa women’s wrestling made history on Sunday, hosting the first women’s wrestling dual in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated Presbyterian, 44-1, Lindenwood, 43-0, and Sacred Heart, 40-4.

Iowa women’s wrestling notebook | Two Hawkeyes earn silver medals at North Central Collegiate Invitational

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter December 15, 2023

After nearly a month away from the mat, the Iowa women’s wrestling squad traveled to Naperville, Illinois on Dec. 10 for the North Central Collegiate Invitational. The tournament was hosted by local...