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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

President Donald Trump watches during finals of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pa., on Saturday, March. 22, 2025.

Letter to the Editor | How the rule of law serves all Iowans

April 8, 2025

We are lucky to spend our days teaching and talking with you about the role of law in our state and nation. As individual citizens, we hold a range of views about contemporary political debates, but...

Opinion | The significance of the newest addition to ‘The Hunger Games’ series

Opinion | The significance of the newest addition to ‘The Hunger Games’ series

Abigail Jones, Opinions Contributor April 8, 2025

My reading of the newest addition to the Hunger Games series, “Sunrise on the Reaping,” was accompanied by dread and an undeniable knowledge that it would not end well — a feeling that has mirrored...

Abby and Carson look at their first child's first sonogram on Monday, Sept. 19, 2023.

Editorial | Iowa needs to address the cause of maternal care deserts

Any expectant mother should only be worrying about a prep bag and baby names before giving birth. But, in Iowa, many pregnant women approaching their due dates must also factor an hour-long drive...

Photo Illustration by Matt Sindt.

Opinion | Tomorrow’s Golf League is changing the game of golf

Jackson Mendoza, Opinions Contributor April 7, 2025

Tomorrow’s Golf League, or TGL, is a brand-new golf league that combines indoor simulated golf with traditional golf elements. Founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, TLG debuted in January and...

Opinion | The issue with the U.S. housing market

Opinion | The issue with the U.S. housing market

Reese Thompson, Opinions Columnist April 6, 2025

In the years since COVID-19 put a halt on our everyday lives, housing prices in the U.S. have steadily increased and pushed our country into a housing crisis. The rising costs of homes is not simple....

A gun owner loads a gun at the Hawkeye Wildlife Shooting Range in Amana, Iowa on March 20, 2023.

Opinion | You must be 21 to buy a gun, not 18

Aaron El-Kerdani, Opinions Columnist April 2, 2025

Young adults are still teenagers. Guns are a controversial topic within the U.S. — that is no secret. However, it is unanimously agreed upon that minors should not have access to guns due to their...

Pedestrians pass by the intersection of Linn Street and Washington Street Saturday evening in downtown Iowa City on March 29, 2025. The City of Iowa City owns the vacant lot on the Northwest corner of the intersection.

Opinion | The new 21 S Linn Street development should promote arts and culture in IC

Cole Walker, Opinions Columnist April 1, 2025

Real estate in Iowa City is a hot commodity, and with new properties popping up left and right, construction and ongoing developments are always underway. However, in the past two years there seems...

A road is seen in rural Iowa on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.

Letter to the Editor | Iowa farmers to receive relief under new law addressing PFAS contamination

April 1, 2025

A recent report by the Environmental Working Group, or EWG, revealed that biosolids, or sewage sludge, are the cause of PFAS contamination in 70 million acres of land in the U.S. Despite the alarming...

President Donald Trump watches during finals of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pa., on Saturday, March. 22, 2025.

Opinion | Trump’s Tariffs are causing issues for small businesses

Reese Thompson, Opinions Columnist April 1, 2025

Between rising inflation rates, economic uncertainty, and labor shortages, the implementation of President Donald Trump’s tariff plan, scheduled for today, could be a fatal blow to the lives of many...

Iowa guard Lucy Olsen exits the court following a basketball game between No. 11 Iowa and No. 14 Wisconsin at the TIAA Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 81-54. Olsen broke 2000 career points and finished the night with 19 points, going 3-4 on 3-point attempts.

Opinion | Give Lucy Olsen the credit she deserves

Jackson Mendoza, Opinions Contributor March 31, 2025

Lucy Olsen was born in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, just a 45-minute drive from Villanova University where Olsen attended for three years. As a freshman, Olsen got her footing in NCAA DI women’s basketball...

A caucusgoer walks past a sign during the Iowa caucuses at Marriott in West Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. The Marriott hosted precincts 226 and 227.

Opinion | Iowa’s electoral future is a question of relevance

Hannah Gerson, Opinions Columnist March 27, 2025

A simple handshake in a small town diner in the nation's political proving ground is a crucible where candidates are forged or broken. Since implementing its now renowned pre-election caucuses in...

Opinion | Your tan is too dark

Opinion | Your tan is too dark

Haya Hussain, Opinions Contributor March 26, 2025

Fresh out of spring break and teasing at summer, the girls and guys are coming back to Iowa City from Florida, Punta Cana, Cancun, and the like with crisp, bronze tans. Everyone’s always looking...