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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 Building is seen in Iowa City on  Tuesday, April 25, 2023.

UI fraternity under investigation for alleged hazing

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor November 15, 2024

The University of Iowa’s Alpha Delta Phi chapter has been ordered to suspend all operations pending an investigation into hazing after police discovered several dozen pledges blindfolded in the basement...

Hancher Auditorium is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

Food Policy Council hosts packed happy hour at Lone Ox Smokehouse & Company

Emma Jane, News Reporter November 14, 2024

On Thursday night, every table and barstool at The Lone Ox Smokehouse & Company in Lone Tree was full as the Johnson County Food Policy Council hosted a lively happy hour event at the newly opened...

Former head coach of the Iowa women’s basketball team Lisa Bluder watches from the sidelines during a field hockey game between No. 17 Iowa and No. 18 California at Grant Field in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Bears, 3-1.

Shelter House supports Johnson County homeless for 40 years

Madison Schuler, News Reporter November 14, 2024

Guests gathered at Hancher Auditorium Thursday evening to celebrate Shelter House’s 40th anniversary at its fundraising gala. The organization also offers rapid rehousing, homelessness prevention,...

The Adler Journalism Building is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024.

UI students gain marketing practice with journalism school professor’s new book

Miranda Davis, News Reporter November 14, 2024

When Travis Vogan, a professor in the University of Iowa School of Journalism and Mass Communications, launched his most recent book, he knew he would need some help getting the word out to the world....

Different speakers addressed the crowd during the Veterans Day Ceremony at the Veterans Plaza by the Iowa Memorial Union on Nov. 11 in Iowa City, Iowa. The event was put on by the Veterans Association at IOWA (VAI) to celebrate Veterans Day.

New UI Veteran and Military Council bolsters community for service members

Zoe Smith, News Reporter November 14, 2024

Veterans and military service members take up much of the University of Iowa’s campus, whether it’s through teaching and leading classes, participating in the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps,...

The University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics complex is seen on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2024.

State Rep demands UIHC fellow’s termination for online post. Free speech experts disagree.

Emma Jane, News Reporter November 14, 2024

The day after the election, University of Iowa Health Care pediatric cardiology fellow Mayank Sharma stirred controversy with a strongly-worded post on X, formerly known as Twitter, seemingly directed...

Bruce Teague and members of the airport commission pose for a portrait during the ribbon-cutting at the conclusion ceremony of the Iowa City Municipal Airport’s solar project on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024. A total of 300 solar arrays were installed and will be officially powered in the next few weeks.

Iowa City Municipal Airport celebrates new $1 million solar array

Evan Watson, News Reporter November 14, 2024

The Iowa City Municipal Airport celebrated its new solar array Thursday morning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The $1 million project is a culmination of more than a month of construction and an overarching...

A plot of land where a proposed well would be placed is seen outside of Oak Grove off of Oakdale Blvd. in Coralville on Wednesday, Nov. 13.

Coralville proposes $3 million well project to boost water supply

Shaely Odean, News Reporter November 14, 2024

Due to an expanding population in Coralville, the city is looking for ways to support the growing population with a proposed $3 million water well.  The city applied for a State Revolving Fund...

Portrait of David Schwebel.

UI alum David Schwebel named as VP of research

Zoe Smith, News Reporter November 14, 2024

The University of Iowa announced the new Vice President of research on Thursday. After open forums and interviews were held throughout the fall, University of Iowa alum David Schwebel was named to...

Police lights are seen flashing after a traffic stop in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.

Appeals Court upholds sentence for father in Ali Younes escape case

Emma Jane, News Reporter November 14, 2024

According to a Thursday press release from the Johnson County Attorney’s Office, the Iowa Court of Appeals confirmed the five-year sentence of Alfred Younes for aiding in the escape of his son Ali...

Author Carrie Shuettpelz reads during a panel on her newest book The ‘Indian Card: Who Gets to Be Native in America’ in the University of Iowa Memorial Union in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. During the panel, Shuettpelz read from her latest book, then answered questions on the text as well as her personal story.

University of Iowa professor explores Native American identity in new book

Emma Jane, News Reporter November 13, 2024

Growing up in Iowa as an enrolled member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, University of Iowa professor Carrie Schuettpelz has spent her life navigating what it truly means to be Native American. “It's...

Iowa City Transit bus as seen on Sept. 21.

Iowa City begins $30 million transit and equipment facility project

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter November 13, 2024

The City of Iowa City is kicking off its $30 million project to relocate its transit and equipment facilities to better meet the needs of the growing community. At the Nov. 4 Iowa City City Council...