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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Hank Lab Co-Director Joe Kearney walks through one of the virtual reality environments wearing a headset with sensors attached at Hank Virtual Laboratory on October 24, 2019. The lab conducts research on pedestrian behavior, and has collaborated with companies such as Toyota.

Advanced virtual-reality tech helps UI scientists study pedestrian behavior

Mitchell Griffin, News Reporter October 27, 2019

Virtual-reality goggles, real-life simulations, and a cave-like environment are just a few of the many resources the University of Iowa Hank Virtual Environments Lab provides to researchers who combine...

GPSG creates local-restaurant passport for climate-conscious eating

GPSG creates local-restaurant passport for climate-conscious eating

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter October 27, 2019

The University of Iowa’s Graduate and Professional Student Government seeks to showcase local restaurants through climate-conscious menu items within the Iowa City community — specifically its food...

Police respond to shots fired on Maggard Street

Kayli Reese, Managing News Editor October 27, 2019

Iowa City police responded to reporters of shots fired at 5:33 a.m. Sunday at 840 Maggard St., according to a release from the City of Iowa City. Officers found evidence of shots being fired in the...

Iowa players celebrate their victory during a field hockey game between Iowa and Northwestern at Grant Field on Saturday Oct. 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 2-1.

Field hockey downs Northwestern, 2-1

Jahlynn Hancock, Sports Reporter October 26, 2019

No. 8 Iowa field hockey took to Grant Field for the final time this season to beat No. 10 Northwestern on Saturday, 2-1. The Hawkeyes pushed through a tough battle in the first and second periods, as...

Northwestern slotback Charlie Mangieri loses the ball as Iowa defensive back Michael Ojemudia collides with him during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0. Ojemudia had a total of three tackles during the game.

Photos: Iowa vs. Northwestern (10/26/19)

Katina Zentz and Megan Nagorzanski October 26, 2019

Iowa’s defense stepped up to keep Northwestern scoreless in a 20-0 win Saturday. The Hawkeyes ruined the Wildcats’ homecoming by holding them to just 138 passing yards and 64 rushing yards.  

Iowa players celebrate during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following win over Northwestern

Pete Ruden and Pete Mills October 26, 2019

EVANSTON, ILL — Iowa took down Northwestern on its homecoming with a 20-0 victory in Evanston on Saturday. With a solid performance all the way around, the Hawkeyes discussed what went well in their...

Iowa wide receiver Tyrone Tracy, Jr. carries the ball during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

Tracy steps up against Northwestern in Smith’s absence

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 26, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill. — It looked easier than it should have. Surrounded by five purple Northwestern jerseys, Tyrone Tracy — starting in place of the injured Brandon Smith — hauled in a third-down pass...

Iowa linebacker Joe Evans attempts to run after Northwestern quarterback Aiden Smith during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

Hawkeye defense shuts Wildcats out after strong week of practice

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter October 26, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill — Defensive end Chauncey Golston said Iowa defense’s second shutout of the season — which came in a 20-0 victory over Northwestern on Saturday — was in the works before the team even...

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during the game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes lead the Wildcats 10-0 at half.

Week 9 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Northwestern

Pete Ruden and Pete Mills October 26, 2019

Run game continues struggles With Brandon Smith out against Northwestern, Iowa would have loved to see some big plays in the run game to take the pressure off Nate Stanley and Company. Those big runs...

Iowa wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. breaks a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 48-3.

WATCH: Tracy gets Hawkeyes on scoreboard with 50-yard catch

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 26, 2019

Tyrone Tracy stepped up in Brandon Smith's absence to get Iowa in the end zone first against Northwestern. The redshirt freshman hauled in a pass on third-and-10 from midfield before slipping out of...

Iowa tight end Nate Wieting gets tackled  by Purdue defense during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 38-36, with a last second field goal.

Welch, Wieting, Britt inactive against Northwestern

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 26, 2019

Iowa will be without linebacker Kristian Welch, tight end Nate Wieting, and offensive lineman Justin Britt for its matchup against Northwestern on Saturday. Welch missed last week's game against Purdue...

Bernie Sanders speaks before citizens at a rally in downtown Iowa City on Friday, October 25th, 2019. Bernie Sanders made an appearance downtown to drum up support for the upcoming Presidential Caucus. (Tate Hildyard/The Daily Iowan)

Iowans weigh health concerns in first Iowa City Bernie Sanders stop since heart attack

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter October 25, 2019

Caucusgoers were torn over the effect of health concerns around Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., at a rally held at the Pedestrian Mall on Oct. 25. More than 1,000 people gathered in front of the Graduate...