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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 Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa reports 62 new COVID-19 cases on campus

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter November 16, 2020

The University of Iowa is reporting new COVID-19 cases on campus. Since Nov. 13, there have been 62 new positive coronavirus cases in the UI community. In a campus-wide update sent on Monday, 45...

Action is underway during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

UI athletics department reports COVID-19 testing update

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 16, 2020

The University of Iowa athletics department conducted 592 COVID-19 PCR tests for the week of Nov. 9-15 and received 15 positive tests and 577 negative tests. As part of Iowa's return to campus protocol,...

Iowa Defensive Lineman Zach VanValkenburg (97) and Defensive Tackle Daviyon Nixon tackle Northwestern Quarterback Peyton Ramsey during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020.  The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

VanValkenburg named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 16, 2020

Iowa football's Zach VanValkenburg has been named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week, per the conference's Monday release. VanValkenburg's breakout performance in Iowa's 35-7 victory over Minnesota...

UI President Bruce Harreld answers questions during an interview with The Daily Iowan in the Adler Journalism Building on Monday, December 9, 2019.

Regent President Mike Richards to give spring tuition update at Board of Regents meeting this week

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter November 15, 2020

Regent President Mike Richards is slated to give an update on the status of Iowa's three public universities' tuition for the spring semester at this week's meeting, according to regent spokesperson...

Iowa State Senate candidate Zach Wahls speaks to an audience in the Shambaugh Auditorium on Tuesday, April 17, 2018.

Iowa Senate Democrats elect Zach Wahls as minority leader

Caleb McCullough, Politics Editor November 15, 2020

Iowa Senate Democrats have elected Coralville Senator Zach Wahls to be the Senate Minority Leader for the upcoming legislative session. Wahls will replace Janet Petersen, the current minority leader...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) hands the ball off to running back Tyler Goodson (15) in the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Offensive line critical to Hawkeyes’ success

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 14, 2020

Often overlooked and seldom talked about – unless a sack is given up or a penalty is committed – offensive linemen lie at the heart of every offense. For the 2020 Hawkeyes, the offensive line...

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Riley Moss (33) runs with the ball after an interception against the Minnesota Golden Gophers Friday, November 13, 2020 at TCF Bank Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

By the numbers | Iowa’s decisive victory over Minnesota

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 14, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — The Iowa football team’s 35-7 rout of Minnesota on Friday night ensures that Floyd stays in Iowa City for the sixth consecutive year. The Hawkeyes dominated the Gophers at TCF...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) calls out a play in the huddle in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Social media reactions following Iowa’s victory over Minnesota

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 14, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — Following two close losses to begin its 2020 season, the Iowa football team is 2-2. Both Hawkeye victories over the past two weeks were blowouts, the latest one coming against the Gophers. Iowa...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) rushes with the ball for a first down in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Iowa rushing attack led by Goodson, Sargent continues to dominate

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 14, 2020

Iowa's ground game proved to be a scary sight for the Minnesota defense in the Friday the 13th matchup between the teams. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 35-7, for their sixth victory in a row...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) rushes for a touchdown in the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Iowa football defeats Minnesota for sixth season in a row

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 13, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — After an 0-2 start to the 2020 season, the Iowa football team is back to .500 after a dominating 35-7 victory over Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium. The Hawkeyes have defeated the Gophers...

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) scores against the Minnesota Golden Gophers Friday, November 13, 2020 at TCF Bank Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Ihmir Smith-Marsette scores touchdown in first game back from suspension

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 13, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — It didn't take long for wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette to get involved with Iowa's offense again. The senior was suspended for last week's victory over Michigan State after he...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates with offensive lineman Justin Britt (63) after scoring a touchdown in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Halftime reactions: Iowa’s ground game dominating, penalties dooming Minnesota

Robert Read and Austin Hanson November 13, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — The Iowa football team leads Minnesota 14-0 at halftime after dominating on the ground in the first 30 minutes of play. The Hawkeyes have 122 yards of rushing offense compared to...