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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

Connor Colby, second from left, and other Iowa offensive linemen walk onto the field during Iowa football media day in Iowa City on Aug. 11.

Iowa football offense confident heading into 2023 season despite recent struggles

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor August 11, 2023

Iowa football held its annual media day on Friday afternoon following the eighth practice of fall camp, and the progression of the new Hawkeye offense was near the top of everyone’s radar.  After...

Iowa defensive players interact during Iowa football media day in Iowa City on Friday, August 11, 2023.

Iowa football defense looks to continue stellar 2022 season with determination

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 11, 2023

The 2023 Iowa defense may be without some key fixtures at defensive line, linebacker, and the secondary, but players and coaches said at media day on Friday that the Hawkeye ‘D’ has all the makings...

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.

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz discusses results of gambling probe, impacts of conference expansion at Iowa football media day

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 11, 2023

During his press conference Friday at Iowa football’s media day, Hawkeye head coach Kirk Ferentz had much to say about off-the-field events. Ferentz discussed the state of Iowa’s ongoing investigation...

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,...

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics main building is seen in Iowa City on Feb. 21, 2023.

Regents approve UI’s $20 million bid to acquire Mercy Iowa City

Liam Halawith, Senior Politics Editor August 8, 2023

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.  University of Iowa Health Care’s acquisition of Mercy Iowa City will quickly move to bankruptcy court following a unanimous vote by the state...

Mercy Hospital as seen from the street in Iowa City on Thursday, May 4, 2017. (DI File Photo)

UI requests $20 million acquisition of Mercy Iowa City

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor August 7, 2023

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.  University of Iowa Health Care may acquire Mercy Iowa City’s employees, services, and key assets through a $20 million request to purchase...

Setter Bailey Ortega sets the ball to middle hitter Delaney McSweeney during an Iowa women’s volleyball media conference and scrimmage at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022. Ortega tallied 201 digs in 2021.

Iowa volleyball team aims to ‘play for each other’ in 2023

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor August 2, 2023

The Iowa volleyball team ended last season with two, gritty five-set victories over Michigan and Michigan State. At Big Ten Media Days on Wednesday, middle hitter Delaney McSweeney and setter Bailey...

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.

Three current and former Iowa student-athletes among seven charged in state sports gambling probe

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 2, 2023

Current Iowa football player Aaron Blom, along with former Hawkeye basketball player Ahron Ulis  and former baseball player Gehrig Christensen, were among seven Iowa and Iowa State student-athletes...

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.

Republican candidates focus on variety of issues including Biden, education at Lincoln Dinner

Alejandro Rojas, Summer Editor August 1, 2023

On one of the hottest days of the summer, dozens upon dozens of people dressed all in black scurried around a large banquet hall preparing tables. Placing glasses of water, plates of decadent food,...

An empty podium is seen during the annual Lincoln Dinner at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa, on Friday, July 28, 2023.

Photos: Republican presidential candidates attend the 2023 Lincoln Dinner

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor July 29, 2023

Thirteen different 2024 Republican presidential candidates attended the annual Lincoln Dinner at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa, on Friday. All of the 13 candidates were allowed exactly 10...

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