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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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UI studying obesity

Lily Abromeit September 18, 2015

While obesity rates are increasing, the University of Iowa is conducting a study to combat these high numbers. The Obesity Research and Education Initiative at the UI are conducting a study...

Tristan Roeder sits in the library on Tuesday, Sept. 15. Roeder speaks in an English accent to cope with his speech impediment. (The Daily Iowan/Rachael Westergard)

Student overcomes speech impediment with…accent?

September 17, 2015

By James Hirsch [email protected] Tristan Roeder has lived in Iowa City for much of his life — yet this young American speaks with an English accent. The reason? “I have a stutter, which...

Miss Iowa takes a break

Miss Iowa takes a break

Lily Abromeit September 16, 2015

Over the last few weeks, Taylor Wiebers has been taking a break from classes to compete in this year's Miss America pageant. The 21-year-old's journey began after being crowned Miss Iowa in June. She...

Iowa wide receiver Matt VandeBerg runs into the endzone for a touchdown in the 3rd quarter of the Iowa-Illinois State game in Kinnick on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds, 31-14. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

VandeBerg off to a hot start

September 14, 2015

Wide receiver Matt VandeBerg has been Iowa’s best receiver through two games this season. By Danny Payne [email protected] Coming into the season, there were questions surrounding Iowa’s...

Take a bike, UI says

Take a bike, UI says

September 14, 2015

The Fall Bike Challenge encourages students and commuters to get out and ride their bikes. By Katelyn Weisbrod [email protected] The best way to get college students’ attention is simple:...

Iowa middle blocker Jess Janota (left) blocks the spike attack during the match against Texas A&M at the Carver- Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, September 12, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Reveille, 3-1. (The Daily Iowan/Peter Kim)

V-ball scratches 18-year itch

September 14, 2015

Jess Janota and Lauren Brobst lead the Hawkeyes, aided by Loxley Keala and a pair of freshmen. By Kyle Mann [email protected] If you haven’t heard by now, the Iowa volleyball program logged one...

You're not alone — via the Companion app

You’re not alone — via the Companion app

Lily Abromeit September 14, 2015

A new app created by students at the University of Michigan could offer a safer option to students walking home alone. Companion App notifies friends and family if someone comes across a dangerous situation. The...

A lawn chair is thrown onto shore after being found in the river in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015. Volunteers came out to haul trash from the waters of the Iowa River. (The Daily Iowan/Rachael Westergard)

Cleanup project targets Iowa River

September 14, 2015

Volunteers worked to clean up the Iowa River on Sept. 12, finding bikes and lawnmowers in the process. By Tom Ackerman [email protected] Bikes and bedsprings were among objects pulled from the...

The Purple Wagon

The Purple Wagon

Lily Abromeit September 14, 2015

Two University of Iowa students launched their own business last year and took it to a major Farmer’s Market this summer where they saw even more success. These girls are students, waitress’s part...

Members of Alpha Phi welcome new members at the IMU during Bid Day on Monday, Sept. 8, 2014. Notable A Phi members include Kimberly Williams Paisley. (The Daily Iowan/Joshua Housing)

Sorority video raises hackles

September 11, 2015

A University of Iowa sorority lands in hot water after recruitment video goes viral. By Bill Cooney [email protected] The University of Iowa chapter of the Alpha Phi sorority, which was founded...

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A growing Iowa City skyline stands against a muggy afternoon sky on Monday, July 17, 2006. A story released Monday in Money Magazine ranked the city No. 74 on its "Best Places to Live" list out of an original pool of nearly 750.

Rooftop bars coming to downtown

September 11, 2015

By Lily Abromeit Rooftop bars could be coming soon to Iowa City. The Iowa City City Council and downtown district are in the final stages of discussing an ordinance that would allow rooftop bars in the...

County passes wage hike

September 11, 2015

The Board of Supervisors approve raising the minimum wage. By Cindy Garcia [email protected] “Raise the wage,” said a sign held by a resident on Thursday demanded in a packed Johnson County...