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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

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A group of protestors hold signs in downtown Iowa City while waiting for Greta Thunberg to speak on Friday, October 4th, 2019. Greta Thunberg is speaking in Iowa City as part of a local strike against climate change.

Editorial: The University of Iowa must declare a climate emergency

DI Editorial Board October 6, 2019

It’s time to get some adults in the room in the local conversation surrounding climate change, but it seems many leaders want to leave the conversation to the kids. Swedish activist Greta Thunberg...

The bridge on Park Road is seen on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019.

Iowa City officials install new planters along Park Road to prevent trespassing

Preston Hayes, News Reporter October 6, 2019

Iowa City officials are in the process of installing planters on the Park Road bridge, located by Mayflower Residence Hall, to prevent pedestrians from climbing on its arches. “We have pictures and...

Iowa offensive lineman Alaric Jackson prepares to block during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Defense succeeds, offense struggles, Iowa moves forward

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor October 5, 2019

If Iowa had even a quarter of the yards it posted against Middle Tennessee a week ago, its game against Michigan on Oct 5 would have looked a lot different. The box score negates the need for any type...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following loss to Michigan

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser October 5, 2019

Iowa suffered its first loss of the season against Michigan on Oct. 5, and the Hawkeyes discussed their thoughts after the game. Offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs on the offensive line's performance “I...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley falls to the turf during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Stanley, offensive line fall short in loss to Michigan

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 5, 2019

Nate Stanley didn’t look like he did in Iowa’s previous four games. Before Saturday, he hadn’t made any major mistakes, and he hadn’t thrown a single interception. That changed fast. Facing...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley drops back during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Wolverines hand Hawkeyes first loss of season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 5, 2019

Iowa's undefeated season has come to an end. With four turnovers on offense, the Hawkeyes couldn't make up enough ground to down Michigan, losing 10-3 to the Wolverines in Ann Arbor. Things got off...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Week 6 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Michigan

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser October 5, 2019

Goodson making impact in air and on ground Tyler Goodson has been Iowa's offensive MVP so far, and it really isn't close. Goodson saw plenty of action in the first half, and he racked up _ yards on...

Climate activists impressed with Greta Thunberg’s energy

Climate activists impressed with Greta Thunberg’s energy

After 16-year-old climate activist Greta Thunberg spoke at the Iowa City climate strike Oct. 4, some audience members were surprised to discover her powerful presence didn’t translate into height. “Big...

Climate activist Greta Thunberg speaks to a crowd of nearly 3,000 community members at the corner of Iowa Ave. and Dubuque St. on Friday, Oct. 4. Thunberg, who garnered international attention with her speeches before the United Nations and United States Congress, encouraged those in attendance to take a stand against climate change.

Climate activist Greta Thunberg draws crowd of 3,000 at Iowa City stop

Charles Peckman, Senior Reporter October 4, 2019

“We, teenagers and children, shouldn’t have to take the responsibility. Right now, the world leaders keep acting like children, and somebody needs to be the adult in the room.” Standing before...

2020 campaigns rally with climate activist Greta Thunberg

2020 campaigns rally with climate activist Greta Thunberg

Julia Shanahan, Assistant Politics Editor October 4, 2019

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg brought thousands of people to the streets of Iowa City on Oct. 4, and 2020 presidential campaigns came out in full force to tout their candidates’ stances on...

Iowa City citizens gather downtown to listen to Greta Thunberg speak on Friday, October4th, 2019. Greta Thumberg is a teenage climate change activist speaking at a local climate strike.

Iowa City activists want ‘no more excuses’ from UI on climate action; UI turns to coal-free-by-2025 pledge

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief October 4, 2019

After a visit to Iowa City by 16-year-old Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg, a University of Iowa administrator on Oct.4 said community members and the UI need to partner to address the issue of...

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Following his second kidney transplant, Kid Captain is ready to cheer on the Hawkeyes

Josie Fischels, Arts Editor October 3, 2019

  Andrew Morlan received his first kidney transplant when he was 1 year old. Because of a rare condition called twin-twin transfusion syndrome, Andrew’s kidneys did not have appropriate blood...