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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

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

Gov. Kim Reynolds requires mostly in-person learning at Iowa schools

Caleb McCullough, Summer Editor July 17, 2020

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds will require K-12 schools to prioritize in-person learning when the academic year resumes in August, and schools will be required to provide at least half of their core classes...

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith speaks at a press conference on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at the Pacha Family Club Room in Kinnick Stadium. "What you say and how you feel is valid, and will be heard," said Smith when discussing inclusion between the current players and for future recruits on the team.  (Hannah Kinson/ The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football notebook: Updates on investigation, plans for national anthem, Jack Koerner

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 16, 2020

Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz said at a Thursday press conference that he met with lawyers from the Kansas City law firm Husch Blackwell this past week to discuss the allegations of racial...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks at a press conference on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at the Pacha Family Club Room in Kinnick Stadium. Ferentz discussed the upcoming football season and the continuing actions that the team is working on toward strengthening inclusivity in the program. (Hannah Kinson/ The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football program trying to mitigate spread of coronavirus

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 16, 2020

The Iowa football program started voluntary workouts June 8, and since then no player or coach has known what the next day will bring due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "It’s brought a lot of unique...

Provost Montserrat Fuentes speaks during an interview with The Daily Iowan in Jessup Hall on Monday Sept. 30, 2019. Fuentes addressed topics including diversity of campus and student enrollment.

Provost Fuentes signs settlement agreement with UI to serve as special assistant to the president

Josie Fischels, Summer Editor July 16, 2020

University of Iowa executive vice president and provost Montserrat Fuentes has stepped down as provost after signing a settlement agreement with the UI, effective Thursday. According to a release...

Guns are displayed at Scheels in Coralville on Tuesday, April 11, 2018.

Tighter state laws means more uniformity amongst local restrictions on firearms in Iowa

Mary Hartel, News Reporter July 15, 2020

Iowa City and neighboring cities now have more uniformity when it comes to where residents can carry guns, but some leaders are still wary of weapons being allowed in public buildings. The Iowa...

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

UI working to accommodate employees who are parents in light of ICCSD taking classes online

Rylee Wilson, News Editor July 15, 2020

In a campus forum Wednesday afternoon, UI administrators said the university is aware that the Iowa City Community School District’s decision to not open school buildings will affect working parents...

Iowa guard CJ Fredrick takes a shot during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 85-80.

Iowa guard CJ Fredrick undergoes successful procedure on right foot

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 15, 2020

Iowa redshirt sophomore CJ Fredrick underwent successful surgery on his right foot Tuesday at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. The Hawkeye guard is expected to be off the court for the...

Over 100 flags are on display on the Iowa Memorial Union Pedestrian Bridge to recognize the international students on campus.

UI international students speak about grappling with previous ICE guidance

DI staff July 14, 2020

On Tuesday, The Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agreed to rescind recent guidance that barred international students taking online classes in the fall to...

Old Capital as seen on April 13, 2020.

UI Diversity Councils dissatisfied with UI leaders’ Black Lives Matter response

Josie Fischels, Summer Editor July 14, 2020

In a joint open letter addressed to University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld and lead administrators, UI Diversity Councils expressed disappointment and frustration with the UI’s lack of response...

A crowd participating in a march to support the Black Lives Matter movement and protest police brutality stops at the intersection of Burlington Street and Riverside Drive to spray paint the intersection and chant in support of their cause.

Creating change in Iowa City: The Iowa Freedom Riders

Caleb McCullough and Josie Fischels July 14, 2020

Near-daily protests against systemic racism and police brutality swept Iowa City throughout June and have continued intermittently into July. At their peak, protests reached numbers of nearly 3,000...

Different ways to beat the heat at Fairmeadows Park splash pad , 2500 Miami Dr.As seen on  July 10, 2020.

Iowa City opens splash pads, Coralville opens pools despite potential COVID-19 concerns

Cole Krutzfield, News Reporter July 14, 2020

Locals are looking for a way to cool off as temperatures rise this summer. Despite concerns surrounding COVID-19, Iowa City splash pads and Coralville pools have opened. Iowa City has kept its splash...

Over 100 flags are on display on the Iowa Memorial Union Pedestrian Bridge to recognize the international students on campus.

UI international students will not be required to leave the U.S. during virtual-only instruction

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter July 14, 2020

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement rescinded a plan that would force international students taking online-only classes to leave the country or transfer...