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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 running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. The Huskers lead the Hawkeyes at halftime, 17-0. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson listed as out for Saturday’s game against Western Michigan

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

Iowa starting running back Kaleb Johnson is listed as out for Saturday’s game against Western Michigan due to injury.  https://twitter.com/ChadLeistikow/status/1703100707832787276 Johnson...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark runs the ball down the court during the 2023 NCAA Sweet Sixteen women’s basketball game between No.2 Iowa and No.6 Colorado at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle on Friday, March 24, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buffaloes, 87-77.

Iowa women’s basketball’s Crossover at Kinnick to be broadcast on Big Ten Network

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 15, 2023

Iowa women’s basketball’s Crossover at Kinnick will now start at 2 p.m. on Oct. 15. The event will be broadcast on Big Ten Network and can be listened to on Hawkeye Radio Network.  𝐎𝐍𝐄....

Brittany Broski salutes her fans during a lecture hosted by the University of Iowa Lecture Committee in the Iowa Memorial Union on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023. Broski has amassed almost 1.5 million YouTube subscribers and nearly eight million followers on TikTok.

Q&A | TikToker Brittany Broski talks artificial intelligence, lessons learned as an influencer

Julia Rhodes, News Reporter September 14, 2023

TikToker Brittany Broski drew droves of students to the Iowa Memorial Union Thursday for a lecture she delivered to a packed ballroom. Ahead of her debut at the University of Iowa, she sat down with...

Iowa Linebacker Jay Higgins throws the ball during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium, on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

Iowa football middle linebacker Jay Higgins is ready to shine and continue the Hawkeye standard

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 14, 2023

Beyond all of the running on grass fields in local parks, what Iowa senior linebacker Jay Higgins remembers best from his youth football days was his passion for the game — a passion that hasn’t...

U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, speaks to supporters during a watch party for the 2022 Iowa midterm elections at Spare Time in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. Hinson is up for reelection for her seat in the house against state Sen. Liz Mathis, D-Hiawatha. Because of redistricting, Hinson is now battling for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District, previously she held the seat for the 1st Congressional District. Hinson announced her victory after Mathis conceded.

U.S. House passes bill prohibiting bans on gas-powered vehicles

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor September 14, 2023

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill Thursday prohibiting bans on the sale of gas-powered vehicles. Iowa’s federal delegation in the House supported the bill, with all four voting in favor...

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors sit at a panel during a meeting at the Johnson County Administration Building in Iowa City on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023.

Youth crisis stabilization center facilities begin renovations despite no guaranteed funding

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter September 14, 2023

Renovations to the youth crisis stabilization center facilities at the previous Kinderfarm Preschool property began earlier this month, despite not yet receiving additional funding from the Mental Health/Disability...

No. 1 seeded 125-pound Iowa's Spencer Lee looks to the crowd after wrestling No. 16 seeded 125-pound Michigan's Jack Medley during session two of the NCAA Wrestling Championships at BOK Center in Tulsa, Okla., on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Lee defeated Medley by technical fall, 17-0. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a three-point shot during a 2023 NCAA Elite Eight women’s basketball game between No.2 Iowa and No.5 Louisville at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA on Sunday, March 26, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cardinals, 97-83. Clark recorded 41 points, 10 rebounds, and 12 assists. (Daniel McGregor-Huyer/The Daily Iowan)

Caitlin Clark, Spencer Lee to headline as grand marshals of UI Homecoming parade

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 14, 2023

Iowa’s women’s basketball senior guard Caitlin Clark and former wrestler Spencer Lee will lead  the 2023 University of Iowa Homecoming parade next month as its grand marshals.  The parade...

Johnson County Emergency Medical Services team leaves the Johnson County Ambulance and Medical Examiner building in Iowa City to respond to a call on Thursday, April 6, 2023.

JoCo supervisors give $1.3 million in supplementary funds to county ambulance services

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter September 14, 2023

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors gave $1.3 million in supplementary funding to the county ambulance services at the end of the budget year as a result of a growing call volume and rising supply...

The Johnson County Courthouse is seen on South Clinton Street in Iowa City on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022.

Sentencing hearings set for parents of former UI student, attempted murderer Ali Younes

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 14, 2023

Alfred and Lima Younes will soon be sentenced for their roles in the escape of their son and former University of Iowa student Ali Younes earlier this year, according to court filings Wednesday. Alfred...

Attendees converse outside during a Immigrant Welcome Network event at 1109 Prairie Du Chien Road Open House, in Iowa City on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023.

Home to temporarily house refugees, immigrants opens in Iowa City

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor September 13, 2023

The Immigrant Welcome Network of Johnson County opened its first temporary “Welcome Home” Wednesday evening for immigrants looking to relocate to Iowa City.  The three-bedroom and one-bath...

Candidate for Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird delivers a speech after being elected during a watch party for Iowa Republicans on Election Day at the Hilton Downtown in Des Moines on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has been supportive of Bird. In May, Reynolds drew criticism for her support of Bird because she said: “I want my own [attorney general], please.”

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird sues door-to-door stem cell therapy company for false advertisement

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor September 13, 2023

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird filed a lawsuit against a door-to-door stem cell therapy treatment company for false advertisement and misleading claims regarding the effectiveness of their services,...

Faulty Senate Secretary Mary Charlton looked at the others on the panel at the Faculty Senate at the Old Capital in Iowa City on Sep. 12, 2023

UI Faculty Senate approves motion to change ‘lecturer’ title

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter September 13, 2023

The University of Iowa Faculty Senate held its first meeting of the semester Tuesday, and passed a motion to change the title of “lecturer” to “assistant professor of instruction or practice.” As...