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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

The Stanley Hydraulic Laboratory is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023.

Iowa City man identified as body found on UI campus last week

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 11, 2023

The Johnson County Medical Examiner identified Iowa City man Gabriel Molitor, 44, as the unattended dead body found on the patio of the Stanley Hydraulic Laboratory last week.  No foul play is...

The Johnson County Courthouse is seen on South Clinton Street in Iowa City on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022.

Father of former UI student Ali Younes pleads guilty aiding and abetting in son’s escape

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter September 11, 2023

The father of former University of Iowa student Alfred Younes pled guilty on Monday to aiding and abetting in his son’s escape to avoid a criminal trial.  Alfred Younes was arrested on May 9...

Photo illustration by Theodore Retsinas

UI study shows increase in student vaping, energy drink consumption

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter September 10, 2023

University of Iowa student usage of electronic cigarettes, vapes, and the consumption of energy drinks has increased significantly. In a 2023 survey, 26 percent of undergraduate students reported...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz touches the Kinnick Statue before a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium, on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023.

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz notches 200th career win with 20-13 win over Iowa State

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 9, 2023

Despite the Iowa football team’s 20-13 win over the Iowa State Cyclones on Saturday, head coach Kirk Ferentz had tears in his eyes. That’s because the win at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa,...

Iowa wide receiver Seth Anderson celebrates after scoring a touchdown 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.

Live updates | Iowa football squares off with Iowa State for 2023 Cy-Hawk Trophy

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 9, 2023

AMES, Iowa — The Iowa football team will continue its 2023 campaign with a 2:35 p.m. kickoff against the Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa, on Saturday. Today's matchup between...

Iowa City firefighters respond to an active fire at the Advanced Technology Lab on the University of Iowa Campus in Iowa City on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023. The first Hawk Alert went out at 10:54 a.m., urging people to avoid the area. At 11:27 a.m. , a second Hawk Alert said people could resume normal activity. This was the second day in a row that a fire was reported at the Advanced Technologies Lab.(Emily Nyberg/The Daily Iowan)

Last week’s fires at UI Iowa Advanced Technology Laboratories caused by reflecting heat

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 8, 2023

The two fires at the Iowa Advanced Technology Laboratories last week were caused by the heat of the sun reflecting on the outside of the building, according to the University of Iowa Office of Campus...

The Old Capitol Building is seen on the first day of 2023 fall classes in Iowa City on Monday, Aug. 21, 2023.

UI sees slight increase in total student enrollment this fall

Kate Perez, Senior Reporter September 7, 2023

The University of Iowa’s total student enrollment slightly increased this semester, according to a report released Thursday morning. Total student enrollment rates increased by 27 students since...

Iowa kicker Aaron Blom attempts a field goal during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Cyclones ended a six-game Cy-Hawk series losing streak and defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-7. Blom failed field goal attempt was 48 yards.

Former UI athletes Aaron Blom and Gehrig Christensen plead guilty to gambling charges

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 6, 2023

Two former University of Iowa student-athletes charged in the gambling investigation have pleaded guilty, according to court filings. Lawyers for former football player Aaron Blom and former baseball...

The Stanley Hydraulic Laboratory is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023.

Police investigate dead body found outside Stanley Hydraulics Laboratory

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 6, 2023

A deceased man was found outside of the Stanley Hydraulics Laboratory Wednesday morning, according to the University of Iowa Police Department.  First responders went to the lab, located at 320...

The City Park Pool is seen in Iowa City on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022.

IC’s City Park Pool to be replaced rather than repaired

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter September 5, 2023

Construction workers will break ground at the historic City Park Pool in Iowa City for a full remodel next year.  Iowa City’s City Park Pool will be entirely replaced following the Iowa City...

The Phi Gamma Delta house is seen on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021.

Former FIJI fraternity member accused of sexual assault sues 24 people for libel

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

Former University of Iowa Phi Gamma Delta, also known as FIJI, fraternity member Jacob Meloan accused 24 people of libel and slander in an Aug. 31 filing in Linn County court. According to the filing,...

Former President and 2024 presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during the annual Lincoln Dinner at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines on Friday, July 28, 2023.

Former President Donald Trump to attend the Cy-Hawk game on Saturday

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

Former President Donald Trump announced Tuesday afternoon that he will attend the Iowa-Iowa State CyHawk game this Saturday at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames. According to a news release from the Trump...