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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

Iowa City citizens march through downtown as part of a protest on Sunday, June 14, 2020. Iowa City, along with several other major cities across the country, has been a center for protesting systemic racism and the murder of George Floyd at the hands of police.

Iowa Freedom Riders visit City Councilor Pauline Taylor’s home

Josie Fischels, Summer Editor June 14, 2020

Protesters led by the Iowa Freedom Riders marched to a third Iowa City City Council member’s home Sunday night, seeking verbal commitment that each member will follow through on meeting their demands...

Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner tackles USC tailback Vavae Malepeai during the Holiday Bowl game between Iowa and USC at SDCCU Stadium on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 49-24.

Jack Koerner posts update, says he’s ‘going to be okay’ after watercraft accident

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 14, 2020

Iowa safety Jack Koerner, who was involved in a watercraft accident Friday night, Tweeted Sunday that he was "going to be okay." I want to thank everyone who has reached out, shown support and...

John Thomas, a member of the Iowa City City Council, stands outside his home and in front of a crowd of protesters on Saturday, June 13. The crowd was participating in a march to support the Black Lives Matter movement and congregated outside Thomas' house to ask what he is doing as a member of the city council to address their demands.

Iowa City protesters march to City Councilor John Thomas’s home

Caleb McCullough, Summer Editor June 13, 2020

Protesters made their way to Iowa City City Councilor John Thomas’s house on Saturday in their second night visiting city officials to demand changes to the city’s police department and other departments.  Protesters...

Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner flies over Penn State running back Devyn Ford during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Iowa safety Jack Koerner suffers serious injuries in watercraft accident

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 13, 2020

Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner suffered serious injuries after being involved in a watercraft accident Friday night. The Iowa Athletic Department released a statement saying Koerner's injuries are...

A protester addresses Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague on Friday, June 12 outside the mayor's house in Iowa City. Protesters walked together and gathered in the neighborhood to demand more action done from the mayor and city council.

Iowa Freedom Riders march to Iowa City mayor’s home, demand action from City Council

Rylee Wilson, News Editor June 12, 2020

Protesters led by the Iowa Freedom Riders made their way across Iowa City towards Mayor Bruce Teague’s house Friday evening, calling on Teague to implement the demands brought to the Iowa City City...

Iowa Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz speaks at a press conference at the Kenyon Football Practice Field on Friday, June 12th, 2020. Ferentz and along with players Ivory Kelly-Martin, Kaevon Merriweather, and Keith Duncan spoke to the press about political standings and solidarity in the current state of civil unrest. (Tate Hildyard/ The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes begin voluntary workouts with two days of ‘powerful’ meetings

Austin Hanson, Assistant Sports Editor June 12, 2020

The beginning of preseason workouts typically signifies a return to normalcy for Hawkeye football players. In 2020, this has been far from the case. Iowa’s football players were allowed to resume...

 Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Kaevon Merriweather speaks at a press conference at the Kenyon Football Practice Field on Friday, June 12th, 2020. Merriweather along with players Ivory Kelly-Martin, Keith Duncan and coach Kirk Ferentz, spoke to the press about political standings and solidarity in the current state of civil unrest. (Tate Hildyard/ The Daily Iowan)

With social media ban lifted, Iowa football players are being heard

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 12, 2020

Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz lifted the program’s longstanding ban on Twitter June 6 amid the conversations going on around the country surrounding the death of George Floyd and the allegations...

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

UI to maintain fall 2020 academic calendar

Rylee Wilson, News Editor June 12, 2020

The University of Iowa will maintain the current fall 2020 academic calendar as other universities in Iowa and nationwide move to end the semester before Thanksgiving break.  The fall 2020 semester...

The Red Cross is seeking blood donations after the cancellation of blood drives created a shortage. Photo by Antonio via Flickr.

DeGowin Blood Center adapts to COVID-19 while running satellite drives

Natalie Dunlap, News Reporter June 11, 2020

As healthcare professionals continue to respond to the global spread of the coronavirus, hospitals are voicing concerns about another medical issue stemming from the pandemic — a shortage in blood...

Iowa Citizens march past the Old Capitol as part of a protest on Thursday, June 11th, 2020. Iowa City, along with several major cities across the country, has been a center for protesting racism in the police force and the murder of George Floyd.

Protest met with barricade, around 100 law enforcement officers in Coralville

Josie Fischels, Summer Editor June 11, 2020

A crowd of around 200 protesters, led by the Iowa Freedom Riders, were met with around 100 law enforcement officers at a concrete barrier set up on First Avenue leading to Interstate 80 in Coralville...

Iowa kicker Keith Duncan makes a practice kick during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa kicker Keith Duncan named Walter Camp preseason All-American

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 11, 2020

Iowa kicker Keith Duncan has been named a Walter Camp preseason first-team All-American, the Walter Camp Football Foundation announced Thursday. Duncan, who is entering his senior season, was a...

Attendees walk about during the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA on Sunday, August 11, 2019.

Iowa State Fair canceled due to COVID-19

Natalie Dunlap, News Reporter June 10, 2020

The Iowa State Fair Board voted to cancel the 2020 State Fair to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The fair was scheduled for August 13-23. The decision was made during a seven-minute board meeting...