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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

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Akirria prepares to go down the slide at the new playground in the Pedestrian Mall in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2022. The new playground opened this month.

Iowa City Pedestrian Mall playground reopens with new look

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter October 31, 2022

The Iowa City Pedestrian Mall playground reopened to the public on Oct. 25 after undergoing renovations for the first time in 20 years. The playground, first built in 1979, is located at 210 S....

Haunt creates ‘outrageously freeing’ atmosphere

Haunt creates ‘outrageously freeing’ atmosphere

Grace Smith, Photojournalist October 30, 2022

Actors at 5th Realm, a haunted house in Cedar Rapids, found acceptance and comfort within the small community where performers scare adrenaline junkies inside Lindale Mall. Some actors dress up in...

The Corn Monument is seen in front of the Pentacrest on the University of Iowa campus in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022. The construction of a Corn Monument for Homecoming week has been an annual tradition at the University of Iowa since 1912.

2022 UI Corn Monument design focuses on community ties, importance of campus

Archie Wagner, News Reporter October 30, 2022

Since 1919, the University of Iowa corn monument has stood tall on the Pentacrest in front of the Old Capitol Building for Homecoming week. This year, the monument is centered around the Iowa City...

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.

Iowa finds balance on offense, plays complementary football in victory over Northwestern

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor October 29, 2022

The Hawkeyes thought they played complementary football for the first time this season during their 33-13 victory over the Northwestern Wildcats on Saturday.  Iowa football’s offense had a season-high...

Iowa defensive lineman Deontae Craig celebrates during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022.

Iowa football defeats Northwestern for Homecoming game victory

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor October 29, 2022

Iowa football blew out Northwestern, 33-13, on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium for its fourth win of the season. The Hawkeyes are now 4-4, while the Wildcats dropped out of bowl eligibility with a 1-7...

Rutgers wide receiver Aron Cruickshank prepares to catch the ball over Iowa defensive back Riley Moss 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. Cruickshank had seven receptions totaling 55 yards.

Live updates | Iowa football faces Northwestern on Homecoming

Isaac Goffin, Football Reporter October 29, 2022

Iowa football plays Northwestern on Saturday at 2:35 p.m. on ESPN2. Northwestern has won its last three matchups with Iowa at Kinnick Stadium. Heading into Saturday's contest, the Hawkeyes are listed...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean celebrates after Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell got a safety during a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Jackrabbits, 7-3.

‘Nothing that he can’t do’: Cooper DeJean proving to be versatile weapon for Iowa football

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor October 27, 2022

Cooper DeJean did not cover kickoffs during his last few years at Odebolt-Arthur-Battle Creek-Ida Grove High School. In close games, the high school’s assistant football coach Travis Chizek said...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz exits the field after a near seven hour football game between Iowa and Nevada at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolfpack, 27-0.

Kirk Ferentz issues apology to reporters for commentary at Tuesday press conference

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor October 26, 2022

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz has issued an apology to reporters for comments he made about cleveland.com columnist Doug Lesmirses during a weekly press conference Tuesday at the Hansen Football...

A sign reading “Iowa City” is displayed during the “Downtown Block Party” in Iowa City on Saturday, June 25, 2022.

Iowa City Tourism Grant to provide funding to new and existing initiatives in Iowa City to spur more visitors

Virginia Russell, News Reporter October 26, 2022

A new grant aims to bring more visitors to Iowa City and support to businesses struggling following COVID-19. The Iowa City Tourism Grant Program will increase the number of tourists in Iowa City by...

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson spoke with The Daily Iowan reporters in Jesup Hall on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022.

UI president pushing to increase federal aid for students

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter October 25, 2022

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson is advocating for more federal financial aid for Hawkeys as debt forgiveness remains a hot topic throughout the U.S. President Joe Biden announced a loan...

Contributed photo by Archie Wagner.

UI Homecoming Executive Board pleased with turnout for new event Hawks Run Home 5K

Archie Wagner, News Reporter October 24, 2022

In the first Hawks Run Home 5K, 65 current University of Iowa students and Iowa City community members participated in the run early Sunday morning. The 5K is a new event included in the UI’s...

Executive director of the Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa and former Mayor Pro Tem Mazahir Salih speaks at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022.

Center for Worker Justice pays $20,000 in penalties, experiences issues with IRS

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter October 24, 2022

The Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa, a nonprofit based out of Iowa City, paid $20,000 to the IRS for late tax filing penalties. The nonprofit also experienced issues with its 501(c)(3) nonprofit...