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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 right-handed pitcher Brody Brecht throws the ball during a baseball game between Iowa and West Michigan at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Friday, March 24, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 9-3.

Iowa two-sport athlete Brody Brecht chooses to pursue baseball full-time

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor March 24, 2023

Brody Brecht has made his choice. On Friday evening, the two-sport athlete for his first two years at Iowa — a flame-throwing pitcher for the Hawkeye baseball team and a wide receiver on the football...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a jump shot during the 2023 NCAA Sweet Sixteen women’s basketball game between No.2 Iowa and No.6 Colorado at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA on Friday, March 24, 2023. The Buffalos leads The Hawkeyes, 40-39.

Iowa women’s basketball squeezes past Colorado, advances to Elite Eight of NCAA Tournament

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor March 24, 2023

SEATTLE — Iowa women's basketball eked by Colorado, 87-77, in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 on Friday night at Climate Pledge Arena. The Hawkeyes will advance to the Elite Eight for the first time...

The Iowa City Community School District sign in Iowa City is seen on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022.

Northwest Junior High School evacuated for the second day in a row after bomb threat

Jack Moore, News Reporter March 24, 2023

Northwest Junior High School students and staff evacuated Friday for the second time in two days after receiving another bomb threat.  Police did not identify a bomb after searching the building,...

Iowa head coach Lisa Bluder talks to director of operations Hannah Bluder during the 2023 NCAA Sweet Sixteen press conferences and practices at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA on Thursday, March 24, 2023.

Where to watch Iowa women’s basketball take on Colorado in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor March 23, 2023

SEATTLE — Second-seeded Iowa women’s basketball will take on sixth-seeded Colorado for a spot in the Elite Eight on Friday night. The Hawkeyes will be playing for their first Elite Eight berth...

Iowa City Council approves rezoning for new commercial, residential development area at the corner of North Dodge St. and Scott Blvd.

Iowa City Council approves rezoning for new commercial, residential development area at the corner of North Dodge St. and Scott Blvd.

Hannah Lipski, News Reporter March 23, 2023

A new development with apartments, townhomes, and community commercial space — including a Scooter’s Coffee and a restaurant — on North Dodge Street and North Scott Boulevard will soon be constructed. Iowa...

A blue tarp is seen on the Iowa Advanced Technology Laboratories on March 21, 2023.

UI’s Iowa Advanced Technology Laboratories to receive $4 million in renovations

Jack Moore, News Reporter March 23, 2023

The Iowa Advanced Technology Laboratories at the University of Iowa will see significant renovations in the coming months. The estimated $4 million construction project plans to address the weather...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark shoots a three point shot during the 2023 NCAA Sweet Sixteen press conferences and practices at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA on Thursday, March 24, 2023.

More than logo shots: Colorado women’s basketball scouts Iowa, junior guard Caitlin Clark ahead of Sweet 16 matchup

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor March 23, 2023

SEATTLE — Colorado women’s basketball players are well aware of Iowa women’s basketball guard Caitlin Clark. Or, more notably, her frequent logo shots. “Obviously, there's Caitlin Clark...

Iowa guard Molly Davis falls down during the 2023 NCAA Second Round women’s basketball game between No.2 Iowa and No.10 Georgia at a sold-out Carver Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 19, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Lady Bulldogs, 74-66.

NCAA Tournament notebook | Iowa healthy heading into Sweet 16, Colorado’s Quay Miller returns to hometown

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor March 23, 2023

SEATTLE — The Hawkeyes are as healthy as possible heading into the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 on Friday afternoon. Iowa was slightly shorthanded in its second-round win over Georgia as freshman...

Iowa women's basketball freshman Hannah Stuelke  talks with media ahead of second-seeded Iowa's game against sixth-seeded Colorado in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 at Climate Pledge Arena on March 23, 2023.

With Hannah Stuelke returning, Iowa women’s basketball prepares for Colorado’s double-post play

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor March 23, 2023

SEATTLE — Iowa women’s basketball found itself in unfamiliar territory going up against Georgia in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The Bulldogs brought a double-post defense against...

Iowa City Community School District sign 1725 North Dodge St. as seen on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020.

Northwest Junior High resumes classes after bomb threat

Natalie Miller, News Reporter March 23, 2023

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Classes resumed at Northwest Junior High School after a school evacuation because of a bomb threat sent to staff Thursday morning. Junior...

Iowa pitcher Keaton Anthony pitches the ball during a baseball game between Iowa and St. Thomas at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tommies, 10-1.

Iowa baseball takes down Grand View to continue hot start to season

Keaton Speicher, Sports Reporter March 22, 2023

The Iowa baseball team defeated the Grand View Vikings, 12-1, Wednesday night at Duane Banks Field.  The Hawkeyes started the game strong with two runs in the first inning, as junior Michael Seegers...

Gov. Kim Reynolds delivers her 2023 Condition of the State speech at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Jan. 10, 2023.

Reynolds signs anti-trans bills into law Wednesday afternoon

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor March 22, 2023

Gov. Kim Reynolds signed the “bathroom bill” and a ban on gender-affirming care for minors into law Wednesday afternoon.  Reynolds signed Senate File 482  that bans transgender students from...