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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

Iowa Soccer players huddle during a soccer game between Iowa and Illinois at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023. Sunday’s game marked Iowa’s Big 10 home opener. The Hawkeyes and the Fighting Illini tied 1-1.

Iowa soccer receives No. 5 seed for NCAA Tournament, set to host Bucknell in first round

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 6, 2023

Iowa women’s soccer hopes to continue its Cinderella run in the NCAA Tournament. Iowa earned a No. 5 seed and will host its first round matchup against No. 12 Bucknell on Friday at 6 p.m. at the Iowa...

Mercy Hospital is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 12, 2023.

Court approves UI acquisition of Mercy Iowa City

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 6, 2023

The University of Iowa’s acquisition of Mercy Iowa City was approved by the bankruptcy court Monday morning. The sale’s approval closes a prolonged saga in which the UI originally lost the auction...

Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague speaks to the crowd during ‘Downtown at Sundown’ for a Juneteenth celebration in Iowa City on Friday, June 17, 2022.

Letter to the Editor | Who IC Mayor Teague supports for council and why not Laura Bergus

November 6, 2023

The Iowa City Council Election is on Tuesday, and I encourage everyone to vote. After careful consideration, I’ve decided to share who I am voting for and why. -Councilor Pauline Taylor (District...

Patti Fields poses for a portrait at Pappajohn Business Building in Iowa City on Oct. 31, 2023.

UI business school welcomes Patti Fields as new event coordinator

Grace Olson, News Reporter November 5, 2023

University of Iowa alum Patti Fields has returned to her Hawkeye roots as the new event coordinator for the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center. Fields said her experience with nonprofits and work...

Iowa midfielder Sofia Bush celebrates during a soccer match between Iowa and Maryland at the Soccer Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeat the Terrapins, 5-0.

Iowa women’s soccer wins Big Ten Championship, earns automatic bid to NCAA Tournament

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 5, 2023

The Iowa women’s soccer team completed its Cinderella run. The Hawkeyes took home the Big Ten Tournament title on Sunday, beating No. 12 Wisconsin, 1-0, at Lower.com field in Columbus, Ohio.  The...

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Police investigate robbery at gunpoint near Burlington, Dubuque streets

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 5, 2023

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Police reported a robbery at gunpoint near Burlington Street and Dubuque Street, according to a Hawk Alert sent early Sunday morning. The alert,...

Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins stops Northwestern running back Cam Porter from scoring a touchdown during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Higgins had 12 total tackles. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa defense embraces simplicity and dependence during its fourth-quarter goal line stand

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 4, 2023

It’s safe to say the Iowa defense left its mark on the field – literally. After starting the game against the Northwestern Wildcats on a pristine green Wrigley grass, the Hawkeyes walked back to...

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens waves to fans after kicking a game-winning field goal in the fourth quarter during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Stevens secured the win with 14 seconds left in the game, kicking a 52-yard field goal. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa football kicker Drew Stevens nails game-winning field goal with confidence after first miss

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 4, 2023

With three minutes remaining in the first quarter, Drew Stevens missed the 53-yard field goal to give the Hawkeyes an early lead. With 14 seconds left in the game, the Iowa football placekicker had...

Event organizers lead a march following a protest supporting to end the occupation of Palestine in Downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Sahithi Shankaiahgari/The Daily Iowan)

Over 100 people gather on Pentacrest to protest Israel-Hamas war

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 4, 2023

Over 100 of University of Iowa students and residents gathered on the Pentacrest Saturday to protest the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. The group was protesting in solidarity with Palestine, which has...

Iowa defensive lineman Ethan Hurkett tackles Northwestern running back Cam Porter during the 2023 Wildcats Classic a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football defeats Northwestern, 10-7, with late field goal by Drew Stevens

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 4, 2023

CHICAGO - The Iowa football team defeated Northwestern, 10-7, at Wrigley Field in a contest marked by injury, offensive struggles, and a goal-line stand for the Hawkeyes in the fourth quarter.  "Our...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson runs with the ball during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. Iowa defeated Northwestern, 33-13.

Live updates | Northwestern hosts Iowa football in contest at Wrigley Field

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 4, 2023

The Iowa football team will look for a bounce-back performance today as the Northwestern Wildcats host the Hawkeyes on Wrigley Field, kickoff set for 2:30 p.m. The 6-2 Hawkeyes — after falling...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Patterson rushed for 86 yards.

‘Make something out of nothing:’ Iowa football RBs a bright spot within struggling offense

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor November 2, 2023

Fifty-nine yards. 67 yards. 82 yards.  Iowa's biggest football plays of the year have come from three running backs — redshirt freshman Jaziun Patterson, sophomore Kaleb Johnson, and senior Leshon...