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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

An Iowa City Police car is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022.

Iowa City police on search for armed robbery suspect

Kufre Ituk, News Reporter December 13, 2022

Iowa City police responded to an armed robbery on Monday near West Benton Street and Oaknoll Court.  At 12:35 p.m., a victim reported she had been robbed at knifepoint and her vehicle was stolen,...

Wisconsin forward Tyler Wahl high-fives associate head coach Joe Krabbenhoft during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes in overtime, 78-75.

Despite late comeback effort, Iowa men’s basketball team falls to Wisconsin in overtime

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter December 12, 2022

After the Iowa men’s basketball team lost, 78-75, in overtime to Wisconsin Sunday night at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, Badgers’ head coach Greg Gard said he needed to see his cardiologist.  “Tuesday’s...

Wisconsin guar Connor Essegian dunks the ball during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022. Essegian scored 14 points for Wisconsin, and scored the last two points in the matchup, securing a win for the Badgers. Wisconsin defeated Iowa in overtime, 78-75.

Iowa men’s basketball drops first home game, conference game of season to Wisconsin in overtime

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor December 11, 2022

The Iowa men’s basketball team was defeated by Wisconsin, 78-75, in overtime Sunday evening at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Badgers held Iowa to 60 points in regulation, 22 points below the Hawkeyes’...

Karen Smith poses for a portrait in Iowa City on Dec. 7. Smith walked 312 miles to raise awareness for mental health awareness this past summer.

Local mom walks across Iowa, fundraises for mental health awareness

Grace Katzer, News Reporter December 11, 2022

Karen Smith of North Liberty spent her summer walking across Iowa to raise awareness for mental health. Smith, who is a secretary at Van Allen Elementary, completed her journey after walking over 312...

The Scribble Tree light installations, created by Ali Hval, are seen in the Pedestrian Mall on Dec. 11, 2022.

New ‘Scribble Lights’ installed in downtown Iowa City for holiday season

Madeleine Willis, News Reporter December 11, 2022

As members of the community walk down Dubuque Street in Iowa City in the Pedestrian Mall, multi-colored strings of lights illuminate the lines of trees on the main promenade. The artist behind the...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are seen in Iowa City on Aug. 23, 2022.

Declining global sperm counts raise questions about men’s health

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter December 11, 2022

Sperm counts and concentrations are falling globally and in Iowa, according to recent updates made to a 2017 study.  The study suggests that the average sperm count globally has dropped from 104 million...

Iowa City Hello Lamp Program yard signs are seen in the Pedestrian Mall on Saturday, Dec.10, 2022.

Iowa City launches Hello Lamp Post program

Sofia Mamakos, News Reporter December 11, 2022

Shoppers can access the Hello Lamp Post program via QR codes to ask questions about products and shops in Downtown Iowa City.  The Iowa City Downtown District launched the program this month, which...

Participants chant throughout downtown Iowa City during a unity march as part of the Iowa City Pride Festival on Saturday, June 18, 2022. This years marks the 51st Pride Festival held by Iowa City.

Iowa City recognized as one of the most safe, inclusive spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals

Kufre Ituk, News Reporter December 11, 2022

Iowa City recently received a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index, which determines how safe and inclusive cities are for LGBTQ+ individuals. However, some residents...

Kentucky running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. stiff arms Iowa linebacker Jestin Jacobs during the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl between No. 15 Iowa and No. 22 Kentucky at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022. Rodriguez Jr.’s longest carry went for 13 yards. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-17.

Former Iowa football linebacker Jestin Jacobs commits to Oregon

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 11, 2022

Former Iowa football linebacker Jestin Jacobs has committed to Oregon, he announced via Twitter on Sunday. https://twitter.com/jestinjacobs__/status/1602058549739544576 Jacobs, who joined the...

Iowa wide receiver Keagan Johnson carries the ball during a football game between No. 19 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. Johnson scored one touchdown with two receptions and 34 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated Gophers 27-22.

Former Iowa wide receiver Keagan Johnson commits to Kansas State

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor December 11, 2022

Former Iowa wide receiver Keagan Johnson has committed to Kansas State, he announced on Twitter Sunday. Johnson announced he was leaving the Hawkeye football program on Dec. 1. https://twitter.com/_keaganj/status/1602000435052941312   Johnson...

Iowa assistant coach Terry Brands watches action during session three at the NCAA Wrestling Championships at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich., on Friday, March 18, 2022. Iowa fell to fourth place after session three’s action, sitting at 37.5 points. Penn State leads with 73.

Iowa men’s wrestling picks up road victory at Chattanooga

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter December 11, 2022

The No. 2 Iowa men’s wrestling team defeated Chattanooga, 27-12, Saturday night at McKenzie Arena in Tennessee. The Hawkeyes won six of the 10 matches on the night and all four of Iowa’s losses...

Iowa Director of Tack and Field and Cross Country Joey Woody looks on at the Jimmy Grant Invitational track meet at the the Hawkeye Indoor Track Facility in Iowa City on Saturday Dec. 10, 2022.

Iowa track and field opens indoor season at Jimmy Grant Invitational

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Reporter December 10, 2022

The Iowa track and field team kicked off its 2022-2023 indoor season Saturday at the Jimmy Grant Invitational. Held at the Iowa Recreation Building, the Hawkeyes hosted full squads from Northern...

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