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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa graduates 197-pound Jacob Warner and 125-pound Spencer Lee acknowledge the camera during the Iowa mens wrestling media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena a Iowa on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023.

Photos: Iowa Mens Wrestling Media Day

Cody Blissett and Isabella Tisdale October 26, 2023

The Iowa men’s wrestling team hosted their media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday. Coaches and wrestlers spoke with members of the media in the Dan Gable Wrestling Complex after a press conference...

The Iowa City City Hall is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 2, 2023.

IC Truth and Reconciliation Council recommends Eric Harris’ removal following recent charges

Jack Moore, News Reporter October 26, 2023

Iowa City’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, also known as TRC, unanimously recommended the removal of Commissioner Eric Harris on Wednesday, following several charges and an alleged attempt...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara talks to coaches on the sidelines during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

QB Cade McNamara confirms his return to Iowa next season after suffering torn ACL

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 25, 2023

Quarterback Cade McNamara will be back in Iowa City next fall. The Michigan transfer, who tore his left ACL against Michigan State on Sept. 30, announced via Twitter and Instagram on Wednesday night...

Iowa players leave a field hockey game between Iowa and Northwestern on Friday Oct. 6, 2023. The Wildcats defeated Iowa, 2-0.

Iowa field hockey notebook | Hawkeyes drop two against No. 5 Maryland and No. 17 Penn State

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter October 25, 2023

The eighth-ranked Iowa field hockey team took two tough road losses to No.7 Maryland and No. 15 Penn State on Oct. 20 and 22, respectively — the first time the Hawkeyes have recorded back-to-back...

Photo Illustration by Matt Sindt

Iowa golf notebook | Women close out fall season at Rainbow Wahine Invitational

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter October 25, 2023

The Iowa women’s golf team closed out its fall schedule this week at the annual Rainbow Wahine Invitational at Kapolei Golf Course in Kapolei, Hawaii.  The University of Hawaii hosted the event...

Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during Reynolds’ annual Harvest Festival at the Elwell Family Food Center on the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023.

Iowa national guard, state troops return from US-Mexico border

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor October 25, 2023

Iowa spent $1.93 million on a recent deployment of Iowa National Guard members and Iowa state troopers to the U.S.-Mexico border in an effort to help Texas officials secure the area amid an unprecedented...

Photo illustration by Theodore Retsinas

Exploring the success and failure of book-to-movie/series adaptations

Riley Dunn, Arts Reporter October 25, 2023

Disney released the first trailer for its much-anticipated “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” show adaptation last month. Since its release, the trailer has been analyzed by the series’ vast fanbase.  But...

Oct 25, 2023; Washington, DC, USA; Speaker of the House Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., delivers remarks as Republican House lawmakers gather on the Capitol steps after electing Johnson to the speakership in Washington.  Mandatory Credit: Eric Kayne-USA TODAY

Iowa’s congressional delegation backs Mike Johnson speakership

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor October 25, 2023

Iowa’s four congressional members supported U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson’s, R-La., bid for the Speaker of the House in a Wednesday vote.  The GOP majorities’ vote for a new speaker comes three...

Photo Illustration by Jenna Galligan

Opinion | Social media influencers and the spread of mental health misinformation

Natalie Nye, Opinions Columnist October 25, 2023

There is a critical need for online mental health influencers and social media platforms to combat the issue of the spread of misinformation of mental illnesses that is becoming increasingly popular...

Photo contributed by Jamie Powers

DeLuxe Cakes and Pastries celebrates 20th anniversary in Iowa City

Sydney Becker, News Reporter October 25, 2023

While marking 20 years in the bakery business, Iowa City’s DeLuxe Cakes and Pastries is raising donations during October and November for the Iowa City Free Lunch Program.  Jamie Powers, owner...

Camp Bar, a new bar in Iowa City, is seen on Tuesday Oct. 17, 2023.

New IC bar brings in the outdoors with camping-themed drinks, decor

Olivia Gamertsfelder, News Reporter October 25, 2023

A newly-renovated, camp-themed bar called CAMP opened in Iowa City two weeks ago, bringing the outdoors inside.  Upon entering, guests are met with outdoorsy decor and dimmed lighting for a relaxed...

Suspended Iowa football player Noah Shannon stands in a huddle during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

NCAA DI committee delays vote on sports gambling suspension reinstatement policy

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 25, 2023

The decision on whether Iowa defensive tackle Noah Shannon can play again for the Hawkeyes this season will be delayed two weeks.  On Wednesday, the NCAA Division I Council Coordination Committee...