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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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Iowa defensive lineman Logan Lee and linebacker Jay Higgins tackle Northwestern quarterback Brendan Sullivan during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Lee had four total tackles. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Highlight to Watch: Iowa’s four-down goal line stand

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 5, 2023

After starting on its own 33-yard line at the end of the third quarter, the Wildcats marched 55 yards up the field in 14 plays, collecting four first downs, twice as many as they had at halftime. Then,...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill looks towards the sidelines during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Hill passed for 65 yards and a touchdown. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Grading Iowa’s performance against Northwestern

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 5, 2023

Passing Offense: C-  Based on his previous three starts, Iowa QB Deacon Hill had one of his better days under center. Finishing the afternoon on 10-of-15 passing, the sophomore had his best completion...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill throws a pass during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Hill’s quarterback ranking was 21.1. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa Football Week 10 Column: Hawkeyes ‘chip away’ at offensive ineptitude, but nothing will change for the unit in 2023

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 5, 2023

“Keep chipping away.”  Those were the words of Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz after Saturday’s game when describing the Hawkeyes’ gradual improvement on offense. Well, if Iowa really is chipping...

Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins stops Northwestern running back Cam Porter from scoring a touchdown during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Higgins had 12 total tackles. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa defense embraces simplicity and dependence during its fourth-quarter goal line stand

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 4, 2023

It’s safe to say the Iowa defense left its mark on the field – literally. After starting the game against the Northwestern Wildcats on a pristine green Wrigley grass, the Hawkeyes walked back to...

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens waves to fans after kicking a game-winning field goal in the fourth quarter during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Stevens secured the win with 14 seconds left in the game, kicking a 52-yard field goal. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa football kicker Drew Stevens nails game-winning field goal with confidence after first miss

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 4, 2023

With three minutes remaining in the first quarter, Drew Stevens missed the 53-yard field goal to give the Hawkeyes an early lead. With 14 seconds left in the game, the Iowa football placekicker had...

Fans celebrate after Iowa tight end Addison Ostrenga scored a touchdown during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Iowa had ten receptions on the day. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Photos: Iowa football vs. Northwestern at Wrigley Field

Ayrton Breckenridge and Grace Smith November 4, 2023

The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7, during the 2023 Wildcats Classic a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday. This was the first game after it was announced...

Event organizers lead a march following a protest supporting to end the occupation of Palestine in Downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Sahithi Shankaiahgari/The Daily Iowan)

Over 100 people gather on Pentacrest to protest Israel-Hamas war

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 4, 2023

Over 100 of University of Iowa students and residents gathered on the Pentacrest Saturday to protest the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. The group was protesting in solidarity with Palestine, which has...

Iowa defensive lineman Ethan Hurkett tackles Northwestern running back Cam Porter during the 2023 Wildcats Classic a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football defeats Northwestern, 10-7, with late field goal by Drew Stevens

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 4, 2023

CHICAGO - The Iowa football team defeated Northwestern, 10-7, at Wrigley Field in a contest marked by injury, offensive struggles, and a goal-line stand for the Hawkeyes in the fourth quarter.  "Our...

The entrance to the Center for Afrofuturist Studies is seen at Public Space One’s Close House in Iowa City, Iowa, on Nov. 3.

Screening Black futurity in Iowa City

Avi Lapchick, Arts Editor November 4, 2023

Uche Anomnachi, a Ph.D. student in American studies at the University of Iowa and a fellow with the Center for Afrofuturist Studies, said people are always surprised to learn that the center is housed...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson runs with the ball during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. Iowa defeated Northwestern, 33-13.

Live updates | Northwestern hosts Iowa football in contest at Wrigley Field

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 4, 2023

The Iowa football team will look for a bounce-back performance today as the Northwestern Wildcats host the Hawkeyes on Wrigley Field, kickoff set for 2:30 p.m. The 6-2 Hawkeyes — after falling...

Participants sketch and write while looking at the exhibits at during the Art and Write Night event hosted by the UI Museum of Natural History in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 3.

UI Museum of Natural History hosts after-hours Art & Write Night

Riley Dunn, Arts Reporter November 4, 2023

On the first Friday of every month, the University of Iowa’s Museum of Natural History welcomes artists and writers after-hours for the Art & Write Night event. The museum invites them to “make...