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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 Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

First new hire of UI Transformational Faculty Hiring Program to start August 2023

Kufre Ituk, News Reporter February 15, 2023

Eric Hunter, a current associate dean for research in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University, will join the University of Iowa faculty in fall 2023 as the first...

Fire is set ablaze during day two of the 2022 Soldier Salute College Wrestling Tournament at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022.

XTREAM Arena draws customers to Coralville restaurants, businesses

Natalie Miller, News Reporter February 14, 2023

Since the Xtream Arena’s opening in September 2020, its economic impact sparked the growth of businesses in the Iowa River Landing and Coralville areas. Over 5,000 Xtream Arena patrons flood the...

The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

Federal financial aid drops for fifth consecutive year at Iowa public universities

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter February 14, 2023

Students at Iowa’s public institutions — including the University of Iowa — received less federal financial aid for the fifth consecutive year, the state Board of Regents announced in its annual...

An Iowa City firetruck is seen at the Iowa City Fire Station 1 Headquarters Oct.12, 2022.

Iowa City Fire Department faces discrimination lawsuit regarding sexism, racism, and homophobia

Jami Martin-Trainor, Assistant Digital Editor February 14, 2023

The Iowa City Fire Department is currently facing a discrimination lawsuit after former employee Sadie McDowell reported the unit for accounts of sexism, racism, and homophobia. The trial is currently...

City council members communicate during an Iowa City City Council meeting at City Hall on  Jan. 24, 2023.

Iowa City city officials concerned about future budget cuts

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter February 14, 2023

City of Iowa City staff has expressed concerns about future budget cuts following the proposed Iowa Legislature bill that would decrease the city’s revenue from residential property taxes. The...

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, testifies during a hearing from the newly formed Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government on February 9, 2023 in Washington.

Sen. Chuck Grassley reintroduces bill to curb mass violence incidents after Michigan State University mass shooting

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor February 14, 2023

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, led a bipartisan group of lawmakers on Tuesday to reintroduce legislation to curb mass violence following a fatal shooting at Michigan State University on Monday. According...

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UI students continue to use fitness trackers despite claims of inaccuracies in data

Sofia Mamakos, News Reporter February 12, 2023

As wearable fitness trackers become a popular way to measure everyday activity, University of Iowa students are continuing to use the devices, despite worries from health care officials. Fitness trackers,...

President and CEO at MYEP Roger Lusala poses for a portrait on Monday, Dec. 14, 2020 in his office at MYEP.

Human Rights Commission’s new leadership speaks on future of social justice in Iowa City

Jack Moore, News Reporter February 12, 2023

The newly elected Iowa City Human Rights Commission chair and vice chair are pushing for improvements to affordable housing and grant programs for Iowa City residents and businesses. The Iowa...

Iowa guard Taylor McCabe (2) celebrates with teammates during a basketball game between No.5 Iowa and Rutgers at Carver Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 111-57. McCabe scored 12 points and made four three-point shots.

Iowa women’s basketball freshman Taylor McCabe bursts onto scene in win over Rutgers

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor February 12, 2023

Iowa women’s basketball freshman Taylor McCabe gave Hawkeye fans an introduction to her skills on Sunday afternoon in the Hawkeyes’ 111-57 victory over Rutgers. But her 3-point proficiency wasn’t...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark (22) celebrates during a basketball game between No.5 Iowa and Rutgers at Carver Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 111-57.

Iowa women’s basketball’s unselfish play leads to 111-57 rout over Rutgers, 20 total season wins

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Reporter February 12, 2023

The Iowa women’s basketball team routed Rutgers, 111-57, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday. The fifth-ranked Hawkeyes, coming off a Thursday loss to second-ranked Indiana, 87-78, were propelled...

Iowa forward Kris Murray runs past Northwestern guard Boo Buie during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Northwestern at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 86-70.

Iowa men’s basketball escapes with win over Minnesota on the road

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter February 12, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team escaped with a 68-56 victory over Minnesota on Sunday in Minneapolis.  Entering the matchup, Iowa was a heavy favorite over the Gophers. Minnesota is just 1-12...

Iowa’s Adeline Kenlin competes on beam during a gymnastics meet between No. 18 Iowa and Eastern Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022. Kenlin scored 9.925 in the event. The Hawkeyes defeated the Eagles 195.950-194.100.

Iowa women’s gymnastics upsets Michigan State in first meet at Xtream Arena

Jami Martin-Trainor, Assistant Digital Editor February 11, 2023

No. 17 Iowa women’s gymnastics upset No. 12 Michigan State on Saturday, posting a 196.150 to the Spartans’ 195.725. At the first-ever collegiate gymnastics meet held at Xtream Arena, fans packed...

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