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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) passes the ball in the second quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. (Trevor Ruszkowski - USA Today)

Spencer Petras inconsistent in first game as Iowa’s starter

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor October 24, 2020

Spencer Petras’ highly-anticipated debut as Iowa’s starter had its high points — and some low ones. Petras struggled early in Iowa's 24-20 loss to Purdue, completing just two of his first...

Purdue students sit on the Memorial Mall on Purdue's campus during a student watch party for football game between Iowa and Purdue in West Lafayette, IN on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020.

Photos: Game Day in a pandemic – Iowa at Purdue

Shivansh Ahuja, Senior Photojournalist October 24, 2020

West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates a run in the first quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. (Trevor Ruszkowski - USA TODAY)

Week 1 halftime reactions: Iowa leads Purdue, 17-14

Robert Read and Austin Hanson October 24, 2020

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Iowa leads Purdue 17-14 at halftime of the team's season-opener. DI Pregame Editor Robert Read and Sports Editor Austin Hanson react to the first half of play. Iowa pass...

Rita Hart is seen speaking during her backyard tours on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020.

Rita Hart appeals to rural interests in Coralville

Caleb McCullough, Politics Editor October 24, 2020

About 25 people bundled up and braved the cold in Coralville Saturday morning, gathering to hear Rita Hart talk about rural issues in southeast Iowa. Part of her “Backyard Talks” tour, the Democratic...

West High running back Trey King avoids defenders during the Iowa City West football game against Iowa City High on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020. The Trojans defeated the Little Hawks 35-7. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa City West dominates City High again

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor October 23, 2020

The second round of the IHSAA Class 4A playoffs featured a Battle of the Boot rematch between the Iowa City West Trojans and Iowa City High, and the sequel ended in a fashion similar to the original. No,...

Tippie College of Business Building is seen on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020.

Tippie Dean search continues, three finalists to virtually visit campus

Mary Hartel, News Reporter October 22, 2020

The University of Iowa’s Tippie College of Business has solidified three finalists for the Associate Dean position. Candidates will be coming to campus virtually over the next two weeks. The UI...

Steam swirls around the University of Iowa Power Plant on the evening of Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.

Criteria and process for applying for P3 grants to be released later this semester

Natalie Dunlap, News Reporter October 22, 2020

Applications for campus grants from the University of Iowa's public-private partnership — expected to garner the UI $15 million every year to fund strategic initiatives — will be available for...

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

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training Review Committee lifts pause on University of Iowa DEI trainings, continues some evaluations

Julia Shanahan, Politics Editor October 22, 2020

A University of Iowa training review committee on Thursday lifted the campus-wide pause on departmental diversity, equity, and inclusion trainings — which was prompted by a White House Executive...

Ambassador Terry Branstand discusses the financial impact of COVID-19 on Iowa’s economy at The Palmer House Stable on Tuesday, Oct. 20.

Terry Branstad denies conflict of interest in Eric Branstad’s involvement in China

Caleb McCullough, Politics Editor October 20, 2020

Former Iowa Gov. and Ambassador to China Terry Branstad said his son, Eric Branstad, did not benefit from the elder Branstad’s post as ambassador, deflecting a recent report from The Intercept that...

The Iowa City Community School District sign is seen on April 29, 2019.

Billing company for Iowa school districts experienced data security incident

Natalie Dunlap, News Reporter October 20, 2020

Timberline Billing Service, LLC, a company that provides Medicaid billing and reimbursement services to school districts in Iowa, is sending letters to students from several districts to notify them...

Iowa wideout Tyrone Tracy, Jr. carries the ball during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl between Iowa and USC in San Diego on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. Tracy, Jr. scored first in the game with this 23-yard carry.

Iowa’s Tyrone Tracy will kneel during national anthem Saturday

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 20, 2020

Iowa sophomore wide receiver Tyrone Tracy said on a video conference Tuesday that he will kneel during the national anthem on Saturday before the team’s season-opener at Purdue. “I know how...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz watch the game during Iowa's game at Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.

Attorney for eight former Hawkeye football players responds to UI rejecting demands

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 19, 2020

Attorney Damario Solomon-Simmons said in a statement Monday that the eight Black former Iowa football players that he represents remain determined despite the University of Iowa rejecting their demands...