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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

A book is displayed on July 19, 2019 as part of the Moving Stories exhibit in the UI Special Collections located in the Main Library. The exhibit, curated by Micaela Terronez, uses a variety of sources to tell the stories of people who have immigrated to America and the impact they have had on their communities. (Emily Wangen/The Daily Iowan)

UI alum’s exhibit tells stories of migration in Iowa, beyond

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter July 23, 2019

Growing up, Micaela Terronez was fascinated with the photographs, objects, and stories her grandparents told about the family’s history in central Mexico. Years later, her interest in the study of...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley addresses the media during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Stanley grows as Hawkeye career evolves

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor July 23, 2019

When Nate Stanley first took the field as a college football player, he was an unknown. Backing up C.J. Beathard — who had led Iowa to an undefeated regular season the year before — nobody wanted...

Iowa City, Coralville police respond to reports of car vandalism

Iowa City, Coralville police respond to reports of car vandalism

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor July 23, 2019

Iowa City and Coralville police responded to numerous reports of cars being vandalized on July 23, according to a city of Iowa City press release. Iowa City police are investigating the cases of vandalism...

Iowa's A.J. Epenesa tackles Michigan State quarter back Brian Lewerke during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017. The Hawkeyes fell to the Spartans with a final score of 10-17. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Wirfs, Jackson, Epenesa land on watch lists

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor July 23, 2019

Iowa offensive linemen Tristan Wirfs and Alaric Jackson have been named to the Outland Trophy Watch List, and defensive end A.J. Epenesa has a place on the Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List. The Outland...

Fiction takes a poetic journey in ‘Wild Milk’

Fiction takes a poetic journey in ‘Wild Milk’

Lauren Arzbaecher, Arts Reporter July 23, 2019

Each genre of literature has particular tenets that make it distinctive, but some of the most poignant writing comes when genres cross over. In Wild Milk, an exciting collection of short fiction, author...

U.S. Senate candidate Kimberly Graham speaks at the Wild Culture Kombucha on July 22, 2019.

U.S. Senate candidate Kimberly Graham talks campaign finance and health care in Iowa City

Julia Shanahan, Politics Editor July 22, 2019

Kimberly Graham — an Indianola attorney and Democrat challenging Sen. Joni Ernst in 2020 — made a campaign stop in Iowa City in which she condemned Ernst on numerous fronts, focusing heavily on how...

Artist Katie Gallegos in her office at her apartment in Coralville on July 22, 2019. Gallegos sells her jewlery, thrifted clothes and stickers at various stores throughout Iowa and online.

Paintings by Iowa City artist embody childhood nostalgia

Seton Warren, News Reporter July 22, 2019

Upon walking into Katie Gallegos’ apartment, one is greeted with a large set of googly eyes affixed to her refrigerator. Entering her workspace, it becomes clear that the googly eyes are consistent with...

Democratic candidate for Iowa's 37th District Janice Weiner speaks with The Daily Iowan in the Adler Journalism Building on Sunday, June 3. Weiner served as a U.S. diplomat for over 25 years, and was born and raised in Coralville. (Gage Miskimen/The Daily Iowan)

Former diplomat Janice Weiner announces bid for City Council

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter July 22, 2019

Former U.S. diplomat Janice Weiner announced her campaign for an Iowa City City Council at-large seat on July 22 in a press release. In the release, Weiner listed tackling climate change as a top priority....

UISG senators discuss legislation for all Big 10 universities during the Big 10 UISG conference in the Second Floor Ballroom of the IMU on July 20, 2019.

UISG hosts Association of Big Ten Students conference

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor July 22, 2019

Student governments from across the country came to the University of Iowa this past weekend to meet and discuss issues and topics that affect the student bodies they represent. The University of Iowa...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Hawkeyes relish deep depth chart

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor July 22, 2019

It’s no secret Kirk Ferentz isn’t a fan of July depth charts. What becomes a key talking point for fans and media alike, he has very little interest in. After all, the team hasn’t even started...

Heavy Hitter jumps over a car during the first-evert All-Star Monster Trucks show at the Johnson County Fair on July 21, 2019.

Monster trucks entertain locals at Johnson County Fair

Tian Liu, News Reporter July 22, 2019

All seats for the monster-truck show were taken before the grandstand gates even opened. The crowds filled with families gathered at the Johnson County Fairgrounds on the evening of July 21 for the first-ever...

SASAMI performs at the Mill on July 21, 2019.

SASAMI shakes the Mill to its core with dream-pop

Lauren Arzbaecher, Arts Reporter July 22, 2019

Guitar reverberated around room, echoing amid a complex synthesized soundscape. The audience rocked along as dream-pop artist SASAMI performed at the Mill on July 21. The show was put on by Mission...