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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

Parklawn Residence Hall at the University of Iowa is seen on Sept. 8, 2020.

UI on-campus housing demand causes reopening of Parklawn Residence Hall and other accommodations

Marandah Mangra-Dutcher, Design Editor July 8, 2022

University Housing and Dining announced the reopening of Parklawn Residence Hall because of an influx of need for on-campus housing in an email to students on Friday. The reopening is one of many measures...

Fans stand during the National Anthem at a women’s basketball game between No. 21 Iowa and No. 23 Ohio State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Jan. 31, 2022. 6,185 people attended. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 92-88.

Iowa women’s basketball commit injured in Louisville car crash

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor July 6, 2022

Per multiple reports, Iowa women's basketball recruit Ava Jones and her parents were among those injured in a Louisville car crash Tuesday night. An unidentified child was also hit. As of Wednesday...

A baby stroller with anti-abortion signs rests outside the Emma Goldman Clinic on Thursday, May 5, 2022. Around 15 people attended the demonstration.

Iowa’s anti-abortion activists react to SCOTUS overturning Roe v. Wade

Emily Delgado, News Reporter July 5, 2022

The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade sparked activists on both sides of the issue to demonstrate. Lena Branch, a University of Iowa student, said she’s pleased that the Supreme...

Teams huddle during a timeout during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 7, 2021. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, defeated the Badgers, 77-73.

Tristan Spurlock hired as new Iowa men’s basketball director of player development

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor July 5, 2022

Tristan Spurlock has been added to the Iowa men's basketball coaching staff as the director of player development, head coach Fran McCaffery announced Tuesday. Spurlock concluded a nine-year professional...

A firework shoots off over a ride at a carnival during 4thFest at S.T. Morrison Park in Coralville on Monday, July 4, 2022. The carnival featured food, games, and rides.

Photos: Coralville’s 4th annual 4thFest

Coralville hosted its 4th annual 4thFest on Monday. The fest hosted a carnival that drew in food, games, rides, and fireworks.  The event was originally planned to begin at 10:00 a.m. but was postponed...

Glenn Zaleski, a pianist for the Dan Wilson Quartet, performs during the 2022 Iowa City Jazz Festival on Saturday, July 2, 2022.

Jazz fest turnout shows the genre is alive and well

Sam Knupp, Managing Editor July 2, 2022

I arrived at the Iowa City Jazz Festival a little after 5:00 p.m., greeted by the sounds of the Crystal Rebone Trio — a band consisting of upright bass, saxophone, and guitar — and the site of...

Molly Miller performs on the Main Stage during the 2022 Iowa City Jazz Festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, July 2, 2022. The festival started on Friday and continues into Sunday, featuring a variety of trios, quartets, and more.

Photos: 2022 Iowa City Jazz Festival

Thousands of people attended the 2022 Iowa City Jazz Festival downtown on Saturday to observe trios, quartets, and other groups perform on two different stages. Attendees also enjoyed food, drinks, and...

Johnson County Courthouse.

Browning trial moved again

Sam Knupp and Meg Doster July 2, 2022

The trial for Roy Browning, an Iowa City man accused of killing his wife, will be moved for a sixth time. The decision was made after a judge met with the defense and prosecution attorneys behind closed...

Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren speaks at the beginning of Big Ten Basketball Media Days at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021. During his speech, Warren addressed women and men’s sports and his goal to continue to work toward equality.

USC, UCLA to join Big Ten in 2024

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor June 30, 2022

Per multiple reports, USC and UCLA have both been accepted into the Big Ten and will begin playing in the conference in 2024. Both schools, which had been longtime members of the Pac-12, were unanimously...

Iowa football helmets line the sidelines during a game against Purdue University on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 24 to 15.

Kadyn Proctor commits to Iowa football

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor June 30, 2022

Kadyn Proctor, a 5-star football recruit out of Southeast Polk High School, committed to Iowa Thursday afternoon. The 6-foot-7 330-pound offensive tackle chose the Hawkeyes over Alabama.  Although...

Alexandra Frost observes empty shelves where baby formula normally sits at a grocery store in Iowa City on Wednesday, June 22, 2022. “The world should not be working like this,” Frost said.

Formula shortage prompts Iowa parents to explore alternative options

Emily Delgado, News Reporter June 28, 2022

The nationwide baby formula shortage has caused Iowa families to find other ways to feed their babies. This crisis affected families all throughout the month of May, resulting in over 40 percent of...

Mason is 14 months old and was born 11 weeks early with brain damage and has cerebral palsy. Mason also has stomach issues and has switched formulas five different times to find one that doesn’t upset his stomach. “It’s really a hit or miss when it comes to formula,” Alexandra, 24, said. 

Iowa mother feels impact of formula shortage

Grace Smith, Managing Editor June 28, 2022

The combination of COVID-19-related supply shortages and a recall from a manufacturing plant in Michigan that provided a large portion of formula caused a nationwide baby formula shortage, and parents...