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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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Mayflower Residence Hall is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, June 21, 2023.

UI’s Mayflower Residence Hall receives listing price on realtor website

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 21, 2023

Mayflower Residence Hall, the University of Iowa’s dorm that was put up for sale, has received a realtor listing. A listing for the dorm can be found on Realtor.com, which currently lists the...

Floodwaters engulf Lower City Park on Tuesday, June 10, 2008. (File photo/The Daily Iowan)

15 years since devastation — recovery, reconstruction, and advancements since the 2008 Iowa floods

Parker Jones and Alejandro Rojas June 20, 2023

The 2008 flood was a devastating event to Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus. Over 20 campus buildings were damaged, with several needing complete demolishment, and others needing millions...

Outside Iowa's Supreme Court and the Iowa Judicial Branch Building on Monday, April 22, 2019, in Des Moines.

‘Fetal heartbeat bill’ blocked, Iowa Supreme Court divided 3-3

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 16, 2023

The “fetal heartbeat bill” signed by Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds into law in 2018 will remain unenforceable, the Iowa Supreme Court ruled on Friday. The bill would have blocked abortions at six weeks,...

State Board of Regents Greta Rouse, JC Risewick, and Robert Cramer prepare during a three minute intermission at a Board of Regents meeting in Iowa City on Wednesday, June 14, 2023.

State Board of Regents raises tuition rates, mandatory fees for students

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 14, 2023

The state Board of Regents announced Wednesday that tuition at Iowa’s three state universities would be increased by 3.5 percent. The increase affects the next academic year, with classes beginning...

United Action for Youth, or UAY, walks during the Iowa City Pride Parade in Iowa City on Saturday, June 18, 2022. Over 900 people walked in the parade.

Iowa City Pride 2023 aims to foster community strength

Parker Jones, Summer Editor June 13, 2023

As one of the oldest pride festivals in the country, Iowa City Pride aims to promote an environment of inclusivity, acceptance, and community strength that persists year-round. This year’s pride...

Iowa head coach Rick Heller talks to shortstop Michael Seegers during a baseball game between Iowa and Wisconsin-Milwaukee at Duane Banks Field on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers, 12-1.

Opinion | The 2022-23 Iowa baseball season shouldn’t be forgotten

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter June 11, 2023

The 2022-23 Iowa baseball season officially ended following a loss in the Terre Haute Regional final on June 4. While it wasn’t the ending head coach Rick Heller wanted to see for his team, this...

Iowa City Council holds a meeting in Iowa City on Tuesday, March 7, 2023.

Iowa City City Council passes resolution for Child Care Wage Enhancement Program

Archie Wagner, Summer News Editor June 6, 2023

The Iowa City City Council unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday night that would increase staff wages at eligible child care centers up to $2.  The Child Care Wage Enhancement Program was...

Former Vice President Mike Pence speaks during “Joni’s Roast and Ride” a Republican-hosted event in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, June 3, 2023.

Mike Pence, other Republican presidential hopefuls come to Iowa for ‘Roast and Ride’ event

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor June 3, 2023

Ahead of next’s year presidential election, eight Republican presidential hopefuls took the stage during Joni Ernst’s annual “Roast and Ride” in Des Moines to begin campaigning to voters in the...

Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta speaks at a press conference on Monday, June 15, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Barta addressed recent action within the Iowa Athletic Department, including the separation agreement with Chris Doyle, as well as plans for the future.

Beth Goetz named Iowa’s interim athletic director

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor June 1, 2023

The University of Iowa named Beth Goetz as interim athletic director beginning Aug. 1. Goetz’s appointment must be approved by the state Board of Regents. This announcement comes after current...

Henry B. and Patricia B. Tippie Director of Athletics Chair Gary Barta watches the Iowa football team warmup before a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022.

Gary Barta announces retirement from UI Department of Athletics

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor May 26, 2023

Gary Barta, who has served as the University of Iowa's athletic director since 2006, announced his retirement on Friday morning. Barta’s 17-year tenure was the longest at Iowa since Christine...

The H-bar is seen in Iowa City on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022.

Iowa City Police arrest second person in connection to H-Bar shooting last year

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor May 25, 2023

The Iowa City Police Department has made a second arrest in connection to the shooting that occurred outside H-Bar in October last year. Coralville man Tramon Robinson, 24, was arrested and charged...

Photo contributed by Chris Brewer.

UI announces new vice president of medical affairs and dean of Carver College of Medicine

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor May 23, 2023

The University of Iowa announced Tuesday, May 23 that it selected Denise Jamieson to be the next vice president of medical affairs and dean of the Carver College of Medicine at the UI. It ends the...