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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

The Johnson County Administration Building is seen in Iowa City on Monday, Aug. 1, 2021.

Johnson County has highest vaccine rate in Iowa, but cases are still a concern

Emily Delgado, News Reporter August 22, 2021

Johnson County is leading the state of Iowa in vaccination rates, but rising cases are still a cause concern among local health officials. As of Aug. 20, 72 percent of adults age 18 and older in...

Caitlin Clark runs the ball down the court during the Iowa Hawkeyes Women’s Basketball season opener again Northern Iowa on Nov. 25, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated Northern Iowa 96-81.

Caitlin Clark brings newfound experience to Iowa women’s basketball

Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor August 20, 2021

Iowa women’s basketball sophomore Caitlin Clark can now add another gold medal and MVP award to her growing trophy case. This August, Clark collected the third gold medal of her young career at...

Johnson County Supervisors Rod Sullivan and Royceeann Porter  listen to a presentation during a meeting on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2020.

Johnson County Sheriff to keep MRAP for now

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor August 19, 2021

The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office’s Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle will remain in the county for now. The Johnson County Board of Supervisors decided in an informal meeting Thursday...

Neighbors stand on a property after an FBI raid in Iowa City on Wednesday, Aug. 18. Damage can be seen on the side of the house after being hit by an armored truck during the raid.

One arrested in Iowa City FBI raid

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor August 19, 2021

One person was arrested in Iowa City Wednesday when the FBI served an arrest warrant at a Northside home. Agents from the FBI Omaha field office completed a raid at 431 N. Lucas St. in Iowa City,...

Mayor Bruce Teague speaks during an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 17.

IC City Council defers vote on compensation for Truth and Reconciliation Commissioners

Emily Delgado, News Reporter August 18, 2021

The Iowa City City Council continues to defer a decision on the city’s Truth and Reconciliation Committee’s request for compensation for its members. During the August 17 meeting, Iowa City...

The Old Capitol building is seen on March, 6, 2021.

UI walks back policy barring instructors from discussing masks

Rylee Wilson, Managing Editor August 17, 2021

The University of Iowa has altered some of its previous guidance for faculty regarding COVID-19, including a policy that barred instructors from discussing mask-wearing with their class unless it was...

Johnson County Supervisor Chairperson Rod Sullivan listens to a presentation during a meeting on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2020.

Excluded workers file complaint against Johnson County supervisor, Iowa City, county

Rachel Schilke, Senior Print Editor August 16, 2021

Excluded workers filed a complaint with Iowa City’s Human Rights Commission against the city, Johnson County, and supervisor Rod Sullivan for alleged discriminatory practices that have prevented...

Former secretary of state candidate Deidre DeJear speaks during a town hall event for Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif. at the IMU on Wednesday, April 10, 2019. Harris is running for president in the 2020 election.

Deidre DeJear second Democrat to enter Iowa’s gubernatorial race

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Editor August 15, 2021

Deidre DeJear is running as a Democrat in Iowa’s 2022 gubernatorial race. DeJear announced her campaign at an event on Saturday in West Des Moines.  “I've worked in engaging voters in every...

Iowa wide receiver and punt returner Charlie Jones holds a water bottle during Iowa football media day at Iowa football’s practice field on Friday, Aug. 13, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Charlie Jones ready for expanded role with Iowa football

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter August 14, 2021

While Charlie Jones’ speed as a punt returner for the Hawkeyes last season turned heads both literally and figuratively, the Buffalo transfer who played pivotal roles for the Bulls’ special teams...

The University of Iowa Police Station is seen on Monday, Feb. 15, 2021.

Reimagining Campus Safety Committee shares findings, recommendations

Rylee Wilson, Managing Editor August 14, 2021

The Reimagining Campus Safety Committee has concluded its year-long effort with a report recommending more non-law enforcement response options, holistic safety services, and transparency from police...

The Iowa soccer team cheers for their teammates during the senior day celebration before the start of the Iowa Soccer senior day game against Purdue on Mar. 28, 2021 at the Iowa Soccer Complex. Iowa defeated Purdue 1-0.

Penalty kick leads Hawkeye soccer to exhibition victory over Northern Iowa

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter August 14, 2021

Iowa soccer only needed one penalty kick to take its exhibition match against University of Northern Iowa, 1-0, Friday night at the Iowa Soccer Complex. The Panthers fouled freshman forward/midfielder...

Iowa defensive lineman Yahya Black poses for a photographer during Iowa Football Media Day at Iowa football's practice field on Friday, Aug. 13, 2021.

Yahya Black among new faces on Iowa’s defensive line in 2021

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor August 13, 2021

Iowa football’s Yahya Black is a man of few words. The soft-spoken, 6-foot-5, 287-pound defensive lineman told reporters at Iowa Football Media Day Friday that he doesn’t like talking much. Black...