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A protester outlines another protester at a protest against pesticides held by the University of Iowa Environmental Coalition at the Pentacrest at the University of Iowa on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021.

University of Iowa Environmental Coalition protests UI’s use of pesticides

Sam Knupp, News Reporter November 10, 2021

The University of Iowa Environmental Coalition held a protest against the UI’s use of pesticides on the pentacrest on Tuesday Nov. 9. A gathering of between 20 and 30 demonstrators held up signs,...

Regan Smock, president of Undergraduate Student Government, addresses Senators during the Undergraduate Student Government meeting at the Iowa Memorial Union on Sept. 7 2021.

USG allocates thousands to Student Video Productions for outdated equipment

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter November 10, 2021

More than $25,000 was allocated by the University of Iowa’s Undergraduate Student Government to Student Video Productions for upgrading equipment and facilities repairs. The funding totals $26,881.46...

Pat Heiden calls the session to order during the Johnson County Board of Supervisors Work Session on Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2021.

‌Johnson County Board of Supervisors finalizes American Rescue Plan projects ahead of approval

Cooper Worth, News Reporter November 9, 2021

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors is continuing to whittle down the proposed American Rescue Plan projects for the fiscal 2022-2023 county budget. The supervisors, along with county staff and...

Solar panels are seen on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021.

Johnson County property owners switch to solar

Cooper Worth, News Reporter November 9, 2021

Homeowners in Eastern Iowa installed dozens of solar arrays on their homes this year, with the help of an area solar organization. The Grow Solar Linn + Johnson Counties group partnered with 28 homeowners...

Windmills are seen in Mechanicsville, IA on Wednesday, July 11, 2018.

UI professor looks toward a carbon-free Iowa

Natasha Keicher, News Reporter November 9, 2021

Targeted investment in clean energy infrastructure could help Iowa be carbon-free by 2040. Decarb Iowa 2040, a study project headed by University of Iowa Chemical and Biochemical Engineer Professor...

Two college customers enjoy “Classic Arcade” game at the new bar in town, Joystick Comedy Arcade, November 4, 2021.

Joystick Comedy Arcade brings national stand-up talent to Iowa City

Sam Knupp, News Reporter November 9, 2021

Joystick Comedy Arcade offers a new option for students seeking arcade games, stand-up comedy, and karaoke in downtown Iowa City. The rebranded bar, previously known as the Iowa City Yacht Club, will...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras looks to pass during a football game between No. 19 Iowa and Northwestern at Ryan Field in Evanston, Illinois, on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 17-12.

Iowa football notebook | Ferentz explains quarterback situation, Moss likely to play

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 9, 2021

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras is medically cleared to play against Minnesota on Saturday but is not listed on Iowa’s depth chart because of concerns over whether he can be effective, head coach...

Water rushes out of the Coralville dam on Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021.

Iowa City resolves high levels of zinc after EPA violation

Emily Delgado, News Reporter November 8, 2021

In a response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s finding of violations in Iowa City’s water, the city has reduced the daily zinc intake to comply with federal guidelines. High levels of zinc...

The Coralville food pantry is seen on Sunday, Nov. 7. 2021.

Johnson County aides nonprofits and residents with emergency fund grants

Madeleine Willis, News Reporter November 8, 2021

John Boller, executive director of Coralville Community Food Pantry, saw a lack in access to food for city residents last year during the beginning of the pandemic. With grant funding, he launched a...

U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) speaks to a crowd on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021 at Ashley Hinson’s BBQ Bash at Linn County Fairgrounds. Hinson talked about the Iowa practicality she brings to Washington D.C.

Fact Check | Tax increases in Build Back Better aimed at the wealthy, but too early to tell full effects

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Editor November 8, 2021

PolitiFact Iowa is a project of The Daily Iowan’s Ethics & Politics Initiative and PolitiFact to help you find the truth in politics. If your time is short:  Republican members of...

Iowa quarterback Alex Padilla passes the ball during a football game between No. 19 Iowa and Northwestern at Ryan Field in Evanston, Illinois, on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 17-12. Padilla replaced starting quarterback Spencer Petras during the first quarter of the game.

Alex Padilla listed as Iowa’s starting quarterback ahead of Minnesota game

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 8, 2021

The Iowa football team has a new starting quarterback. Alex Padilla, a redshirt sophomore who took over for Spencer Petras late in the first quarter of Iowa's 17-12 win over Northwestern, is listed...

Professor of Economics and Economics Department Officer David Cooper poses for a portrait on Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021.

New Tippie economics department executive officer looks to rebuild program

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter November 7, 2021

The new head of the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business Department of Economics is looking to revitalize and return the program to its previous reputation. Newly selected Departmental...