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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

People walk in the Iowa City Pride parade parade with colorful balloons at Iowa City Pride on Saturday, June 15, 2019.

Iowa City Pride festival canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter April 20, 2020

The annual Iowa City Pride parade and festival for LGBTQ community members and allies have been canceled amid COVID-19 uncertainties and in efforts to combat the risk of a large-scale gathering, Iowa...

Bicycles are seen parked at Big Grove during the Big Rove bicycle event on Saturday, June 29, 2019. The route, which is part of the RAGBRAI training series, was 36 miles long starting in Iowa City with stops in North Liberty and Solon.

RAGBRAI announces cancellation of 2020 race

Lauren White, News Reporter April 20, 2020

RAGBRAI announced Monday that the 48th-annual state-wide bike ride will be postponed to July 25-31, 2021.  In a release, the RAGBRAI team said that the safety of riders has always been the focus, and...

The Iowa City Farmers Market sign is seen above the entrance of Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp on Monday, Feb. 17, 2020.

Iowa City Farmers Market delayed, recreation centers closed amid COVID-19

Lauren White, News Reporter April 20, 2020

The Iowa CIty Parks and Recreation Department announced changes in policy concerning parks and recreation Monday in order to further promote social distancing due to the rapid spread of COVID-19.  The...

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

Iowa’s members of Congress work from home amid pandemic

Caleb McCullough, Assistant Politics Editor April 19, 2020

Members of Iowa’s congressional delegation, like millions across the country, are having to adjust their work environment as social distancing requirements close many offices and drive most staff...

Iowa's 174-pound Michael Kemerer looks out at the crowd while grappling with Minnesota's Devin Skatzka during session two of the Big Ten Wrestling Tournament in Piscataway, NJ on Saturday, March 7, 2020. Kemerer won by major decision, 22-9.

NCAA grants Kemerer another year of eligibility

Austin Hanson, Assistant Sports Editor April 19, 2020

After a 15-1 2019-20 season, Michael Kemerer will be suiting up in the black and gold singlet again in 2020-21. Kemerer announced via Twitter Sunday evening that the NCAA had officially granted him...

Iowa forward Cordell Pemsl dribbles during a men’s basketball match between Iowa and Cincinnati at the United Center in Chicago on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019.

Cordell Pemsl to transfer to Virginia Tech

Robert Read, Sports Editor April 19, 2020

Former Iowa forward Cordell Pemsl announced on his Instagram page Sunday that he has committed to Virginia Tech to close out his college basketball career. This decision comes after Pemsl put his name...

Iowa reports 398 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, two-thirds connected to meat-packing facilities

Iowa reports 398 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, two-thirds connected to meat-packing facilities

Rachel Schilke, News Reporter April 19, 2020

Iowa recorded its highest daily total of positive COVID-19 cases on Sunday, two-thirds of which can be attributed to testing in meat packing plants in the state. The Iowa Department of Public Health...

The south side of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building remains intact following a bombing that destroyed one third of the building in a domestic terrorist attack. At 9:02 a.m. on April 19, 1995 a bomb detonated at the building’s north entrance, killing 168 people. In addition to those who died, approximately 800 were injured.

‘It was never the same’: Remembering the Oklahoma City Bombing 25 years later

Katie Ann McCarver, News Editor April 18, 2020

Former Drug Enforcement Administration Special Agent Judy Hoke McCarver stood on the main floor of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, waiting for the elevator. It was about 8:30...

Members of the Iowa wrestling team pose for a photo after winning the team title during the final session of the Big Ten Wrestling Tournament in Piscataway, NJ, on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Iowa won the team title with 157.5 points.

Ten Hawkeye wrestlers earn All-American honors

Robert Read, Sports Editor April 18, 2020

The National Wrestling Coaches Association announced Friday that 10 Iowa wrestlers have earned All-America honors for the 2020 NCAA wrestling season. Nine Hawkeyes — Spencer Lee, Austin DeSanto,...

Iowa guard Kathleen Doyle shoots during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Nebraska at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Monday Feb. 6, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 76-60.

Iowa’s Kathleen Doyle drafted by Indiana Fever

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter April 17, 2020

Iowa’s Kathleen Doyle has been selected by the Indiana Fever in the second round of the 2020 WNBA Draft. She was the 14th player taken in the draft. Last season, the Fever finished with a 13-21...

The University of Iowa Health Care building is seen on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2015.

UI Health Care reports 64 cases of COVID-19 among employees since February

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor April 17, 2020

University of Iowa Health Care reported 64 employees have tested positive for COVID-19 since February, with four new cases confirmed Thursday. According to a press release, 15,000 people work for...

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

Iowa City School District changes distance education after announcement of extended school closures

Naomi Hofferber, Arts & Culture Reporter April 17, 2020

In response to Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ Friday announcement that all Iowa schools will be closed for the rest of the 2019-2020 school year, the Iowa City Community School District is shifting their online...