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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 listens to the National Anthem as fireworks go off during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Iowa had a total of 222 years.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 6 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden October 5, 2023

Pete Ruden's (9-6, $820) Picks:  Iowa -2.5 It’s Deacon Hill SZN. While Purdue has given Iowa its fair share of troubles in the past, I don’t think that will be the case this time around. Hill...

Kid captain Max Schlee poses for a portrait with his family during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.

Kid Captain Max Schlee chooses to give back

Grace Olson, News Reporter October 5, 2023

Max Schlee experiences life with a rare inherited genetic disorder, but that does not affect the 8-year-old’s performance in the classroom and athletic field.   “He's just a normal kid,”...

The Iowa offensive line stands on the field during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and No. 7 Penn State at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes, 31-0.

Iowa football’s offensive line sticks together, stays confident over adversity

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor October 5, 2023

Iowa’s offensive line room — led by starting left tackle Mason Richman, left guard Nick DeJong, center Logan Jones, right guard Connor Colby, and right tackle Gennings Dunker — is a world of...

U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, speaks to supporters during a watch party for the 2022 Iowa midterm elections at Spare Time in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. Hinson is up for reelection for her seat in the house against state Sen. Liz Mathis, D-Hiawatha. Because of redistricting, Hinson is now battling for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District, previously she held the seat for the 1st Congressional District. Hinson announced her victory after Mathis conceded.

Hinson, Miller-Meeks support Steve Scalise for new speaker of the House

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor October 5, 2023

U.S. Reps. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, and Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, are supporting House Majority leader Steve Scalise, R-La., following the ouster of former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy,...

Photo contributed by Scott Hawes, the Executive Director of Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity

Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity program empowers women to learn construction

Olivia Gamertsfelder, News Reporter October 5, 2023

The Women Build project from Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity empowers women in the construction field and in homebuilding. Women are taught house building basics as well as behind-the-scenes looks...

Sprained ankle black x-ray in 3D

Doc Is In | Ankle sprain vs. a strain: When should I be worried?

Katelyn Paulsen October 5, 2023

It’s all fun and games until someone injures their ankle. Playing sports or going to the gym are great ways to stay physically fit, but these activities can lead to ankle injuries. Ankle sprains or...

Picketers at Disney Studios on September 26, 2023. It was the first day of picketing at Hollywood studios are the announcement that the Writers Guild of America had reached a tentative agreement with the studios. The contract stills needs to be ratified by the members. Members of the WGA joined striking SAG-AFTRA members on the picket lines.

Opinion | Labor has never been more powerful

Evan Weidl, Opinions Editor October 5, 2023

Now is the time for workers to realize their power. In the last few months, strikes from the Writer's Guild of America, UPS, and United Auto Workers unions have captured unprecedented nationwide attention....

A fan walks into Riverside Theatre during the Mission Creek Festival in Iowa City on the second day of the Mission Creek Festival on April 7, 2023.

IC theater companies pave the way to draw in actors from out of state

Lily Czechowicz, Arts Reporter October 5, 2023

While New York City is historically the hub for aspiring actors, two of Iowa City’s theater companies strive to provide work for theater artists and growing the city’s professional scene. Riverside...

Mercy Hospital is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 12, 2023.

Mercy IC auction remains unresolved after late-night continuance

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor October 5, 2023

The auction for Mercy Iowa City’s assets remains unresolved. After a late-night continuance of the auction on Wednesday to further negotiations, and no further action Thursday, Mercy still hangs in...

The University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics is seen on Wednesday, June 19, 2023.

UIHC piloting new theranostic cancer treatments in clinical trials

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter October 5, 2023

Theranostics, a new cancer treatment, has taken the world of medicine by storm. Theranostics is a specific type of therapy used to treat a variety of cancers, from prostate, breast, thyroid, bone and...

Herky interacts with the student section during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. Herky celebrated his 75th birthday during halftime.

Timeline: Looking back at Big Ten campus mascots

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor October 5, 2023

RELATED: Here’s to Herky: A look back on Herky the Hawk’s 75 years as a beloved mascot

Nite Ride vehicles are seen in Iowa City on Tuesday, March 29, 2022.

Iowa City mental health services added to GuideLink Center

Jack Moore and Julia Rhodes October 5, 2023

The University of Iowa’s Nite Ride service will begin offering rides to the GuideLink Center, located at 300 Southgate Ave. in Iowa City, to help increase access to the mental health and substance...