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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 guard Kate Martin shoots the ball during a basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and No. 7 Northwestern during the Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN, on Friday, March 4, 2022. Martin earned five rebounds. The Hawkeyes beat the Wildcats 72-59.

“Kate’s always been the glue:” Kate Martin the difference-maker in Iowa women’s basketball victory over Northwestern

Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor March 4, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS — Iowa women’s basketball junior guard Kate Martin put her body on the line on Friday night. Martin was undercut on a rebound in the fourth quarter of the Hawkeyes’ 72-59 Big...

Iowa guard Kate Martin celebrates after a basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and No. 7 Northwestern during the Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN, on Friday, March 4, 2022. The Hawkeyes beat the Wildcats 72-59.

Iowa women’s basketball scrapes past Northwestern, advances to Big Ten Tournament semifinals

Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor March 4, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS – Iowa women’s basketball gutted out a victory over Northwestern on Friday night in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals. In a game that featured six ties and seven lead changes...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark takes back the ball during a basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and No. 7 Northwestern during the Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis,  on Friday, March 4, 2022.

Iowa women’s basketball leads close game against Northwestern at halftime of Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals

Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor March 4, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS — In a game that has featured five ties and three lead changes, Iowa women’s basketball holds the lead over Northwestern, 32-31, at halftime of the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals. The...

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivers the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa, on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022.

Reynolds signs bills barring transgender girls and women from teams matching their gender

Rylee Wilson, Managing Editor March 3, 2022

Transgender women and girls are unable to compete in women’s and girls’ college and high school sports in Iowa under a new law signed by Gov. Kim Reynolds on Thursday. The bill, HF 2416, passed...

University of Iowa changes phrasing regarding masking on campus

University of Iowa changes phrasing regarding masking on campus

Kate Perez, News Reporter March 3, 2022

On the University of Iowa website for the Best Practices for Staying Healthy, the university now advises that “face masks are not required, but welcome.” That is a change in language from masks...

Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity house is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. The fraternity is suspended until 2026 after not complying with the University of Iowa's Code of Student Life policies.

University of Iowa’s Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity suspended until 2026

Kate Perez, News Reporter March 2, 2022

The University of Iowa has suspended the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity for at least four academic years, according to documents obtained by The Daily Iowan. The fraternity, more commonly known as PIKE,...

Gov. Kim Reynolds stands in front of the Iowa Capitol to deliver the Republican response to President Biden's State of the Union address. Contributed by Alex Murphy.

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds touts Republican leadership in rebuttal to Biden’s State of the Union

Natalie Dunlap and Meg Doster March 1, 2022

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds took the national stage on Tuesday night to deliver the Republican rebuttal to President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address. She criticized the Biden administration on...

James Tutson poses for a portrait at the Ped Mall in Iowa City on Sunday, Feb. 27, 2022. Tutson is a musician from Iowa City and has appeared on The Voice.

Iowa, national musicians weigh in on pandemic effects

Sam Knupp, News Reporter March 1, 2022

The pandemic left many musicians facing decreased income and canceled shows. Even as many have now returned to live performances and touring, COVID-19 has continued to affect their gigs. Jeni Grouws,...

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivers the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa, on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022.

Gov. Kim Reynolds signs flat tax rate into Iowa law

Lauren White, Politics Reporter March 1, 2022

Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a bill that would eventually apply a flat tax rate of 3.9 percent for Iowa taxpayers into law on Tuesday.  “This bill rewards work, takes care of our farmers, and supports...

Iowa guard Austin Ash pumps up the crowd while time expires during a men’s basketball game between No. 24 Iowa and Northwestern in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, Feb. 28, 2022. The senior scored three points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 82-61.

Austin Ash, Iowa men’s basketball celebrate senior night win at Carver-Hawkeye Arena

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor February 28, 2022

When Austin Ash is on the floor during an Iowa men’s basketball game, fireworks are sure to ensue. His performance in the Hawkeyes’ 82-61 win over the Northwestern Wildcats at Carver-Hawkeye Arena...

Mayor Bruce Teague speaks at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022. Teauge gave his State of the City address, the city council heard concerns from the Center of Worker Justice, and the city council discussed meeting protocols.

Mayor Bruce Teague lifts Iowa City mask mandate

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor February 28, 2022

Iowa City residents will no longer be required to wear masks inside public and city buildings starting Tuesday, after Mayor Bruce Teague lifted the city mask mandate on Monday.  Iowa City reintroduced...

Demonstrators gather during a rally for peace in Ukraine on the Pentacrest at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. Around 60 people attended the demonstration.

Demonstration for Peace gathers on Pentacrest as invasion in Ukraine continues

Rachel Schilke, Senior Print Editor February 27, 2022

The sky was clear and the sun was shining on the Ukrainian flag as over 60 people gathered on the Pentacrest, holding signs and waving blue-and-yellow flags, to stand in solidarity with the people...