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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 quarterback Deacon Hill hands off the ball to Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Johnson carried the ball 10 times for 54 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Iowa football offense ‘breaks the rock,’ compiles 402 yards in 22-0 win over Rutgers

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 11, 2023

The Iowa football weight room and locker room each hold stones that bear the saying “Break the Rock” — a motto the Iowa offense adhered to in its 22-0 win over Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday. As...

Rutgers quarterback Evan Simon lunges away from Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins to avoid a safety during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, N.J., on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 27-10. Higgins had five total tackles.

Live updates | No. 22 Iowa football returns to Kinnick Stadium, hosts Rutgers

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 11, 2023

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The No. 22 Iowa football team is back in action at Kinnick Stadium to host Rutgers with kickoff set for 2:40 p.m. The Hawkeyes, now 7-2 overall, are coming off of a 10-7 win...

Iowa midfielder Josie Durr goes for a header during a womens soccer game between Iowa and Rutgers at the Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023.

Iowa women’s soccer beats Bucknell, 2-0, in overtime thriller of NCAA Tournament first round

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 10, 2023

The Iowa women’s soccer team hosted its first NCAA Tournament match on Friday night at the Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City, Iowa — defeating Bucknell, 2-0, in an overtime thriller of a first round...

Veterans and event goers hold a conversation at the reception after the University of Iowa Veterans Plaza Dedication at the Iowa Memorial Union in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023.

UI hosts dedication for new Veterans Plaza outside Iowa Memorial Union

Alejandro Rojas and Roxy Ekberg November 10, 2023

The University of Iowa dedicated a new memorial for current and former Hawkeyes in the armed forces outside the Iowa Memorial Union on Friday afternoon — the day before Veterans Day. The UI Veterans...

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DI staff November 10, 2023

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Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a 3-pointer during the Ally Tipoff, a basketball game between No. 3 Iowa and No. 8 Virginia Tech at Spectrum Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023.

Where is Iowa’s Caitlin Clark scoring from?

Jami Martin-Trainor, Managing Digital Editor November 10, 2023

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark goes up for a shot during the Ally Tipoff, a basketball game between No. 3 Iowa and No. 8 Virginia Tech at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. Clark shot 13-of-31 in the paint. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hokies, 80-76.

Caitlin Clark scores 44 as No. 3 Iowa scrapes by No. 8 Virginia Tech

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter November 10, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The No. 3 Iowa women's basketball team narrowly escaped defeat Thursday night, winning 80-76 over No. 5 Virginia Tech at the Ally Tipoff in Charlotte, North Carolina. Iowa...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a 3-pointer during the Ally Tipoff, a basketball game between No. 3 Iowa and No. 8 Virginia Tech at Spectrum Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023.

Caitlin Clark, Virginia Tech guard Georgia Amoore go shot-for-shot in Hawkeyes’ 80-76 win

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 9, 2023

Caitlin Clark’s offensive output has not lost a step since last season, drilling 44 points in the No. 3 Hawkeyes’ 80-76 win over No. 8 Virginia Tech in the Ally Tipoff on Thursday. Clark’s...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a 3-pointer during the Ally Tipoff, a basketball game between No. 3 Iowa and No. 8 Virginia Tech at Spectrum Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023.

Highlight to Watch: Caitlin Clark dominates in third quarter against Virginia Tech

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 9, 2023

In front of a North Carolina state record crowd for a women's college basketball game, Iowa star guard Caitlin Clark produced in the third quarter, scoring 10 points, including a three-pointer from...

Yahir Jimenez leads student protestors in a chant outside of the Presidents Residence during a demonstration to demand more support for Palestinian students and anti-apartheid causes, and for University administrators to be held accountable for providing resources to Israel. The demonstration began outside of Jessup Hall and ended at the Presidents Residence on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2033.

Pro-Palestine students present open letter to UI President Barbara Wilson, walk out of classes

Grace Katzer, Politics Reporter November 9, 2023

Students chanted “Barbara, Barbara, you can’t hide, we charge you with genocide” among other phrases at a pro-Palestine protest on the University of Iowa campus Thursday. The group of over 50 students...

Contributed photo from Lanon Baccam

Democrat Lanon Baccam announces bid to challenge 3rd District Republican Zach Nunn

Grace Olson, News Reporter November 9, 2023

Lanon Baccam, a Des Moines veteran and Democrat, announced his run for Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District seat against first-term Republican incumbent Zach Nunn in the 2024 election.  The 3rd...

Dominique Limoli votes at the UI Psychological and Brain Sciences Building on 340 Iowa Ave. during Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. Iowa City residents voted Tuesday for city and school board elections.

Iowa City sees higher voter turnout in Tuesday’s city council general election

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter November 8, 2023

Iowa City voters are increasingly turning out for local elections, according to preliminary data from Tuesday’s general election for city council and school board. According to John Deeth, an...

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