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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

HUD Assistant Secretary Administrator Elizabeth de León Bhargava, Mayor Bruce Teague, and staff pose with the ceremonial check during a HUD Pro Housing grant press release held in Emma Harvat Hall in Iowa City Hall on Thursday, June 27, 2024.

IC navigates next steps for $3.75 million U.S. Housing and Urban Development grant

Liam Halawith, Politics Reporter July 16, 2024

City of Iowa City staff are working with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development officials to decide the next steps after the city was awarded $3.75 million to help address the affordable...

Iowa quarteback Brad Banks drops back for a pass during the spring game at Kinnick Stadium on April 20, 2002.

What If? | Iowa football’s painful loss to Iowa State in 2002

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 16, 2024

The 2001 season marked a turning point for the Iowa Hawkeye football program under head coach Kirk Ferentz. Iowa had only won four combined games during Ferentz’s first two seasons. The Hawkeyes...

The "Alhamdu: Muslim Futurism" art exhibition is seen at Public Space One on Sunday, July 7, 2024. The exhibit will stay up until mid-August. It explores the aesthetic of Muslim Futurism that uses frameworks of Afrofuturism while imagining a Muslim future free from of oppression.

‘Alhamdu: Muslim Futurism’ explores our current world and what it may become from a unique cultural perspective

Charlie Hickman, Arts Editor July 16, 2024

Iowa City’s Public Space One and New York-based art collective, Mipsterz, share a common value — platforming innovative art from marginalized voices for no profit. With their recent, jointly-assembled...

Author Charles Holdefer’s novel “Don’t Look at Me” and most recent book “Ivan the Terrible goes on a Family Picnic” are seen in Prairie Lights in downtown Iowa City on Wednesday, July 17.

Ask the Author | Charles Holdefer discusses new satirical short story collection ‘Ivan the Terrible Goes on a Family Picnic’

Charlie Hickman, Arts Reporter July 16, 2024

Charles Holdefer is a Pushcart Prize-winning novelist and short fiction author. His short fiction has appeared in dozens of magazines as a writer. His catalog of satirical stories has garnered praise...

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) shakes hands with Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull (10) during team introductions on Friday, July 12, 2024, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Fever defeated the Phoenix Mercury, 95-86.

Hawks in the WNBA | Clark furthers Rookie of the Year potential with all-around efforts

Colin Votzmeyer, Managing Summer Editor July 16, 2024

Caitlin Clark made it even harder to argue against her running for the WNBA’s Rookie of the Year award as she posted arguably her best week of stats yet. That effort began with a bang on July...

Jul 15, 2024; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Jeff Kaufmann, Iowa Gop Chairman delivers a nominating speech for presidential nominee Donald Trump during the first day of the Republican National Convention. The RNC kicked off the first day of the convention with the roll call vote of the states. Mandatory Credit: Jasper Colt-USA TODAY

Iowa GOP Chair nominates former President Donald Trump at Republican National Convention

Liam Halawith, Politics Reporter July 15, 2024

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Iowa GOP Chair Jeff Kaufmann nominated former President Donald Trump during a speech that opened the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee...

Former President Donald Trump appears with U.S. Senator JD Vance outside Wright Bros. Aero Inc at the Dayton International Airport on March 16, 2024 in Dayton, Ohio.

Trump announces Vance as running mate

Marandah Mangra-Dutcher, Summer Executive Editor July 15, 2024

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Former president Donald Trump chose Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate on Monday. The choice came during the first day of the Republican...

Iowa pitcher Brody Brecht throws a warmup during a baseball game between Northwestern and Iowa at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City, Iowa. Friday, May 3, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 9-2.

Hawkeye pitcher Brody Brecht goes 38th to Rockies in MLB Draft

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 15, 2024

Former Iowa pitcher Brody Brecht was selected 38th overall by the Colorado Rockies in the MLB Draft Sunday night. Brecht becomes the Hawkeyes’ highest draft pick since 1990 and the sixth Iowa hurler...

City construction representatives, Dubuque St. business owners, and members of the media in Micky’s Irish Pub to discuss the next steps of construction on Friday, July 12, 2024.

Dubuque Street businesses raise concerns about ongoing construction in Iowa City

Zoe Smith, News Reporter July 14, 2024

Construction on Dubuque Street is well underway; however, businesses in the area have seen noticeable revenue dips since construction began. To address some of their concerns, the Iowa City Downtown...

July 13, 2024; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Secret Service officers approach Fiserv Forum in preparation for the Republican National Convention. Mandatory Credit: Jasper Colt-USA TODAY

Iowa Republicans, Milwaukee prepare for Republican National Convention

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg July 14, 2024

Milwaukee is bracing for an expected 50,000 people to come to town for the 2024 Republican National Convention. Among those attendees are several delegates and Republican leaders from Iowa.  Republican...

Former President Donald Trump speaks during his caucus night watch party at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. The former president was shot on Saturday, July 13, 2024, during a campaign rally.

Iowa politicians react to reports of shots fired at Trump rally in Pennsylvania

Liam Halawith, Politics Reporter July 13, 2024

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly “fine” and receiving care at a local medical center in Butler, Pennsylvania, after shots were fired during his campaign rally Saturday evening.  The...

Hancher Auditorium is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Hancher will put on a variety of shows for the 2024-2025 season including “Hadestown”.

Performing Arts at Iowa announces programming for upcoming academic year

Charlie Hickman and Riley Dunn July 11, 2024

Performing Arts at Iowa is heading into a busy season of musicals, lectures, concerts, recitals, and more. Every branch of Performing Arts at Iowa — Hancher Auditorium, School of Music, Department...