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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

Currier Residence Hall is seen on August 30, 2020.

UI requests regent approval for campus renovations totaling over $100 million

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter November 7, 2023

The University of Iowa is requesting permission to proceed with new project plans from the state Board of Regents, according to an agenda Tuesday. The combined cost of the proposed projects will be...

Attendees arrive at Georges in downtown Iowa City during the tenth annual Mark Lebeck bike ride and bar crawl in Iowa City on Saturday Oct. 28, 2023.

Hawkeye fan’s memorial bike ride reaches ten-year anniversary

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter November 7, 2023

Mark Lebeck had many qualities that made him stand out in a sea of Hawkeye fans, with bright blonde hair, piercing blue eyes, an infectious smile. But most of all, his intense passion for all things...

Liam Doxsee dances in the stands during a baseball game at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023. Iowa baseball infielder Ben Wilmes said when he first met Liam, the boy was a bit shy walking into the hitting facility. Now, Liam serves a key role in bringing out the laughter and youth of the baseball players. “Liam is a very loving child and very happy and really doesn’t take anything for granted,” Wilmes said. “...We see his happiness side because whenever we’re together, we take away the aspect of his life in the hospital and kind of help him completely forget about that in the moment.”

Duane Banks Field $27.4 million renovations pending approval by regents

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 7, 2023

The University of Iowa Athletic Department announced that renovations to Duane Banks Field are pending approval by the state Board of Regents with a decision to be made at the Nov. 17 meeting. Approval...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seen on April 2, 2022.

UIHC names Bradley Haws as new CEO, associate vice president of health care

Jack Moore, News Reporter November 7, 2023

The University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics named Bradley Haws as new CEO and associate vice president of health care on Tuesday, with Haws set to start on Nov. 29.  Haws will succeed previous...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a three-pointer during a home opener basketball game between No. 3 Iowa and Fairleigh Dickinson at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023. Clark had a double-double during the game, with 28 points and 10 assists. The Hawkeyes defeated the Knights, 102-46.

Iowa women’s basketball dominates Fairleigh Dickinson behind double-double from Caitlin Clark

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter November 6, 2023

Behind a double-double from star Caitlin Clark, the Iowa women’s basketball team is off to a hot start with a dominant win over Fairleigh Dickinson at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday. Following...

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis say goodbye during “The Freedom Blueprint” a Republican hosted event in Davenport, Iowa on Friday, March 10, 2023. Reynolds and DeSantis received a standing ovation.

Reynolds endorses DeSantis at Des Moines rally

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor November 6, 2023

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds stood at a “DeSantis for President” podium on Monday and announced her endorsement of his bid for president. Going back on her previous neutrality on the Iowa caucuses,...

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

Court approves UI acquisition of Mercy Iowa City

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 6, 2023

The University of Iowa’s acquisition of Mercy Iowa City was approved by the bankruptcy court Monday morning. The sale’s approval closes a prolonged saga in which the UI originally lost the auction...

Iowa midfielder Sofia Bush celebrates during a soccer match between Iowa and Maryland at the Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeat the Terrapins, 5-0.

Iowa women’s soccer wins Big Ten Championship, earns automatic bid to NCAA Tournament

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 5, 2023

The Iowa women’s soccer team completed its Cinderella run. The Hawkeyes took home the Big Ten Tournament title on Sunday, beating No. 12 Wisconsin, 1-0, at Lower.com field in Columbus, Ohio.  The...

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Police investigate robbery at gunpoint near Burlington, Dubuque streets

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 5, 2023

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Police reported a robbery at gunpoint near Burlington Street and Dubuque Street, according to a Hawk Alert sent early Sunday morning. The alert,...

The Iowa mens wrestling team sit on the bleachers during the Iowa mens wrestling media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023.

Iowa men’s wrestling notebook | Hawkeyes dispatch California Baptist in season opener

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter November 5, 2023

The Iowa men’s wrestling team kicked off its 2023-24 season with a trip to Riverside, California, to take on the California Baptist Lancers. Despite some uncertainty with its starting lineup, Iowa...

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...

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...

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