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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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A family enjoys the view from the top deck of The Fenelon Place Elevator in Dubuque, Iowa, on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Senior Photojournalist Jordan Barry and other students participated in capstone journalism and mass communication courses that collaborated with Dubuque, Iowa, earlier in the year. This is one of Barry's photographs from the class that focused on sustainability efforts.

UI students collaborate with Dubuque on sustainability initiatives

Miranda Davis, News Reporter October 9, 2024

Along the shore of the Mississippi River lies the city of Dubuque, Iowa — a city of unique architecture, remarkable wildlife, and preserved historical and cultural landmarks. However, underneath...

The South Market District is seen in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024. Dodge Street Coffeehouse is scheduled to reopen in the South Market District in mid-October after it closed its doors over the summer.

Dodge Street Coffeehouse to reopen doors

Madison Schuler, News Reporter October 9, 2024

Dodge Street Coffeehouse recently announced it will reopen its doors at a new location in the South District Market. The local coffee shop first opened five-and-a-half years ago at its original...

Capital Campaign committee members commence the start of the construction of a new building during the groundbreaking event for the organization on Oct. 1. Several groups had the opportunity to use giant forks, spoons, and knives to mark the occasion.

North Liberty Community Food Pantry breaks ground to fight hunger

Evan Watson, News Editor October 8, 2024

As the issue of food insecurity grows, so does the support for families in need in the increasingly interconnected community of North Liberty. During Oct. 1 ceremony, the North Liberty Community...

The Burlington Street bridge is seen on Sept. 26. The renovation is expected to cost $30 million.

Burlington Street Bridge to cost $30 million

Madelyn Ambroz, News Reporter October 8, 2024

The Burlington Street Bridge has sparked discussion for a much-needed replacement that could cost the city and Iowa Department of Transportation up to $30 million. Built in 1915, the concrete bridge...

Lead volunteer and educator of the Iowa Farm Sanctuary Kevin Recknor scratches Phil the water buffalo’s chin inside a barn near Oxford, Iowa, on Sept. 25. The Iowa Farm Sanctuary provides a safe haven to rescued and neglected farm animals.

‘Injured and angry’ water buffalo rescued in Johnson County

Evan Watson, News Reporter October 8, 2024

A water buffalo that was freely roaming through the backyards of residents in Des Moines just one month ago has found a new home at the Iowa Farm Sanctuary near Oxford, Iowa. Named Phil, the water...

Board of Regents members listen to a free speech training update during a board meeting at the Iowa State Alumni Building in Ames on Sept. 18.

‘It’s about rural Iowa’: UIHC looks to address high cancer rates across the state

Zoe Smith, News Reporter October 8, 2024

“We aren’t just concerned about cancer in Iowa City but also across the state,” University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson said during an Oct. 8 Iowa Board of Regents meeting. The special...

Kashmir Sood constructs a gyro cheeseburger at Zolly’s Grill in the Old Capitol Mall in Iowa City on Oct. 5. Zolly’s serves unique burgers and Halal-certified gyro.

Zolly’s Grill opens in Old Capital Mall

Madelyn Ambroz, News Reporter October 8, 2024

Zolly’s Grill is officially open and on the rise in Iowa City. Zolly’s Grill — a new Mediterranean-American fusion restaurant — celebrated its opening in the Old Capitol Mall on Sept. 21....

Protesters hold up signs displaying past protests in Iowa City for International Day of Action for Palestine by Iowans for Palestine at the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Oct. 5. During the protest, speakers led chants, and told personal stories.

Year-long war has affected UI

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor October 8, 2024

Oct. 7 marked a year since Hamas militants invaded Israel, leaving almost 1,200 dead and taking 250 people hostage in an unprecedented attack. Now, a year later, the ripple effects of the ensuing war,...

(Left) Elinor Levin, Iowa House of Representative candidate for District 89, speaks at an event in the Iowa Memorial Union Leadership Room on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2022. (Middle) Adam Zabner, democratic candidate running for Iowa House District 90, speaks during the University of Iowa Faculty Staff Legislative Forum at the Iowa Memorial Union on Monday, April 18, 2022. (Right) House Minority Leader Jennifer Konfrst speaks during the opening of the 2022 Legislative Session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa, on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022. University Democrats at Iowa hosted the three local representatives at the Iowa Memorial Union on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024.

Local representatives speak to University Democrats at Iowa

Brianna Brands, News Reporter October 7, 2024

Iowa House Democratic Leader Jennifer Konfrst as well as local representatives Adam Zabner and Elinor Levin spoke to a crowd of students at the Iowa Memorial Union Monday night. The event was hosted...

Ian Haworth speaks during the Young Americans for Freedom sponsored event in the Iowa Memorial Union’s North Room on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. Haworth is a conservative writer and podcast host.

Campus conservative group hosts pro-Israel speaker one year after Hamas attack

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg October 7, 2024

A small crowd of supporters gathered in the Iowa Memorial Union’s North Room on Monday to hear from Ian Haworth, a Jewish and conservative media personality, exactly one year since the Oct. 7 attack...

Board of regents president Sherry Bates listens to a finance presentation during a board meeting at the Iowa State Alumni Building in Ames on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. The University of Iowa’s new School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability plans to bring together students, faculty, and researchers interested in sustainability, sciences and the environment.

A look at the UI’s plan for a new School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability

Kate Perez, News Reporter October 7, 2024

For the last four years, the University of Iowa has declared its intention to integrate sustainability into its teaching, research, and public engagement missions. It’s following through on that promise...

Dr. Beth Livingston poses for a portrait in her office on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024. Livingston’s online program ‘Abuse is not Love’ provides education on domestic abuse.

Tippie researcher assists global domestic abuse prevention program

Evan Watson, News Reporter October 7, 2024

Four years ago, a professor and researcher at the University of Iowa’s Tippie College of Business began working with a nonprofit program spawned from Yves Saint Laurent, a French fashion and beauty...