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

Jonathan McCaffery waives appearance at hearing next week

Liam Halawith, Senior Politics and News Editor August 22, 2023

Jonathan McCaffery, 17, of North Liberty, and his attorney asked a Johnson County judge to waive his right to appear at his trial that starts next week.  McCaffery’s attorney Joseph Moreland...

Iowa guard Ahron Ulis brings the ball up the floor during a men's basketball game between Iowa and North Carolina A&T at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 11, 2022. Ulis scored six points in the game. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 112-71.

Iowa men’s basketball student manager charged in sports gambling probe

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor August 21, 2023

Iowa men’s basketball student manager Evan Schuster was charged with tampering with records as part of the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation’s probe into sports gambling. The criminal complaint...

Rob Miller, a freelance marketer working with Gold Cap Hospitality, posts an official announcement paper of the new ownership and October reopening of Hamburg Inn No. 2 in Iowa City, on Monday, Aug. 21, 2023.

Gold Cap Hospitality buys Hamburg Inn No. 2 for planned October reopening

Jack Moore, News Reporter August 21, 2023

Gold Cap Hospitality, which collectively owns Iowa City restaurants Pullman Bar & Tavern and St. Burch Tavern, bought Hamburg Inn No. 2 with the intention of reopening the location in October.  Hamburg...

Signs advocating for worker’s rights at Starbucks during a strike in Iowa City on Aug. 21, 2023.

Iowa City Starbucks employees on strike again, temporarily close location

Julia Rhodes, News Reporter August 21, 2023

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.  After employees from the Clinton Street Starbucks became the first to unionize in Iowa, its workers are on strike for the second time this year....

Students wait to take the “I” block photo before Convocation on the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023. Convocation wraps up OnIowa week for the incoming Iowa freshman class.

UI class of 2027 brave extreme heat for convocation

Olivia Gamertsfelder, News Reporter August 20, 2023

During an extreme heat advisory on Sunday, thousands of University of Iowa first-year and transfer students sweated black and gold outside of the Pentacrest for convocation. The UI expedited the...

Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz talks during a press conference at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, August 17, 2023.

Iowa interim athletic director Beth Goetz talks NIL, gambling investigation

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor August 17, 2023

Beth Goetz spoke with the media for the first time on Thursday since taking on the role of Iowa's interim athletic director on Aug. 2. From NIL and the ongoing gambling investigation to keeping...

Committee members listen to public comments during the Iowa City planning and zoning commission’s formal meeting regarding a zoning proposal in the Northside neighborhood on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. (Emily Nyberg/The Daily Iowan)

Proposal from Iowa City residents would lower maximum height of new residential buildings

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor August 16, 2023

The height of new single-family residences in Iowa City could be lowered by a proposed amendment to the city’s zoning code.  A proposal from Iowa City residents would reduce the maximum height...

Three sisters pose for a photo while waiting for former president Donald Trump to speak during the 2023 Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, August 12, 2023.

Trump, DeSantis compete for Iowa Republican support at Iowa State Fair

Liam Halawith, Senior Politics Editor August 13, 2023

In the sweltering heat, Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis sweat out the details of their plans for the nation’s highest office at the Iowa State Fair Saturday.  Ahead of the first GOP presidential...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara receives a hug during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, August 12, 2023.

Iowa football quarterback Cade McNamara ‘day-to-day’ after suffering injury during open practice

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 12, 2023

Transfer quarterback Cade McNamara demonstrated plenty of poise in the pocket at Iowa football’s annual Kids’ Day at Kinnick Saturday and showed no signs of his November 2022 knee surgery with...

2024 presidential candidate Larry Elder places his hand on his chest during Ashley Hinson’s BBQ Bash at Hawkeye Downs in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on Sunday, August 6, 2023.

Longshot candidates take the stage on day two of Iowa State Fair

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor August 11, 2023

Rain or shine, more presidential candidates made their way to the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines on Friday as they make their last few campaign stops ahead of the first Republican debate on Aug. 22. A...

Iowa wide receiver Arland Bruce avoids a Northwestern defender during a football game between Northwestern and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. Iowa defeated Northwestern, 33-13.

Current, former Iowa football players Arland Bruce IV, Reggie Bracy, and Jack Johnson charged in state sports gambling probe

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 10, 2023

The state of Iowa’s Division of Criminal Investigations continued to unearth more names in its ongoing investigation into sports gambling by student-athletes.  Junior walk-on wide receiver Jack Johnson...

Iowa guard Gabbie Marshall shoots a layup during the 2023 NCAA Sweet Sixteen women’s basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and No. 6 Colorado at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA on Friday, March 24, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buffaloes, 87-77.

Iowa women’s basketball set to play outdoors for first time ever at Kinnick Stadium

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 10, 2023

The Iowa women’s basketball team will take their talents from the hardwood to the gridiron this fall. The Hawkeyes will host DePaul on Oct. 15 for an outdoor scrimmage at Kinnick Stadium. The event,...