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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa forward Jack Nunge throws the ball to a teammate during the Iowa v. Western Illinois basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020. Iowa defeated Western Illinois with a final score of 99-58.

Jack Nunge excels in return to the court, serves as inspiration for Hawkeyes

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 4, 2020

Jack Nunge’s return to the court Thursday night came at a time when he and his family needed basketball as a diversion. Dr. Mark Nunge, Nunge’s father, died suddenly at the age of 53 on Nov....

Iowa Center Luka Garza goes in for a basket during the Iowa v. Western Illinois basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020. Iowa defeated Western Illinois with a final score of 99-58. Garza scored a total of 35 points.

Garza garners lofty comparisons after win over Western Illinois

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor December 3, 2020

After dominant performances in each of his first two games of the season, reigning Big Ten Player of the Year Luka Garza put his talents on full display again Thursday evening. The senior center...

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden speaks during a Biden drive-in rally on Friday, Oct. 30, 2020 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. Around 200 cars parked on the grounds and a few people gathered at the front as Biden commented on a change in the presidency and promised to address issues with public health due to the Coronavirus.

Joe Biden’s presidency could bring major changes to higher education

Caleb McCullough, Politics Editor December 3, 2020

While president-elect Joe Biden has yet to name a nominee for Secretary of Education, his plan for higher education could bring many changes to America’s colleges, including the University of Iowa. Public...

Iowa Forward Joe Wieskamp jumps for a basket during the Iowa v. Western Illinois basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020. Iowa defeated Western Illinois with a final score of 99-58.

No. 3 Iowa men’s basketball team defeats Western Illinois to move to 3-0 on the season

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 3, 2020

The No. 3 Iowa men's basketball team improved to 3-0 on the season with a 99-58 victory over Western Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday. Luka Garza scored 30 points in the first half and...

The UI College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics building is seen on July 17, 2019.

Iowa legislators weigh in on College of Dentistry ‘free speech’ concerns

Julia Shanahan, Politics Editor December 3, 2020

What started as an email thread in the University of Iowa College of Dentistry turned into a battle over free speech on campus, roping in Iowa Republican legislators. One lawmaker advocated on behalf...

Gov. Kim Reynolds gives the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Gov. Kim Reynolds announces Iowa could see thousands of COVID-19 vaccines in the next month

Julia Shanahan, Politics Editor December 3, 2020

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds said in a press conference Thursday that Iowa could see 172,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines in the next 30 days. The first round of vaccines being administered to Iowans will...

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.

Clark downs Drake in homecoming game

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter December 2, 2020

For the second-straight game, freshman Caitlin Clark shined. This time, the point guard put up 30 points to help the Hawkeyes advance to 2-0 on the season with a 103-97 win over Drake. The Hawkeyes’...

Johnson County holds a virtual meeting for the Board of Supervisors on Nov. 12, 2020.

Johnson County health officials expect vaccine rollout by Dec. 14 if approved

Clinton Garlock, News Reporter December 2, 2020

The Johnson County Public Health Department is preparing for the COVID-19 vaccine to be available to certain populations within as little as two weeks, according to Emergency Preparedness Planner Stephen...

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Experts say that an open race and a high turnout rate contributed to Miller-Meeks’ gains in 2nd District.

Lauren White, Politics Reporter December 2, 2020

A retiring incumbent and presidential coattails helped Republican Mariannette Miller-Meeks secure a six-point lead in the certified results in Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District, after three previous...

Rita Hart, Democratic candidate for Iowa's Second Congressional District, speaks to supporters at Yotopia in Iowa City on Sunday.

Rita Hart to challenge 2nd District election results

Lauren White, Politics Reporter December 2, 2020

Democrat Rita Hart announced Wednesday that she will challenge the results of a district-wide recount for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District race, which put her six votes behind Republican Mariannette...

U.S Senator Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, speaks with the Daily Iowan staff after a visit to Mercy Hospital on July 2, 2019.

Chuck Grassley says Congress should pass bipartisan COVID-19 relief package

Caleb McCullough, Politics Editor December 2, 2020

Sen. Chuck Grassley said he'd be willing to vote for a coronavirus relief package that comes in at less than $1 trillion, provided it has key bipartisan provisions. In a conference call with reporters...

Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague addresses the crowd at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020.

Iowa Freedom Riders denied seat on Iowa City City Council for second time

Rachel Schilke and Brian Grace December 1, 2020

The Iowa City City Council signaled their opposition to a recommendation from the Human Rights Commission to allow the Iowa Freedom Riders a seat at the table for discussions related to the city's...