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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 guard Jordan Bohannon waits for the game to resume during the NCAA game against Cincinnati at Nationwide Arena on Friday, March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bearcats 79-72.

Hawkeye basketball’s Bohannon to miss time with hip surgery

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor May 21, 2019

Hawkeye basketball guard Jordan Bohannon will be held out of basketball activities for an indefinite period of time while recovering from a hip surgery scheduled to take place Wednesday. Iowa basketball's...

Iowa Volleyball Head Coach Bond Shymansky watches his team play against the Indiana Hoosiers on Friday, Nov. 3, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 3-0.

Iowa volleyball’s Shymansky placed on administrative leave

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor May 20, 2019

Iowa volleyball head coach Bond Shymansky has been placed on a 30-day paid administrative leave for an NCAA rules violation, Iowa Athletics announced Monday. The UI notified the NCAA on Monday as well,...

(L-R) David Benioff and D.B. Weiss attend HBO's Game of Thrones eight and final season premiere at Radio City Music Hall in New York, NY, April 3, 2019. (Anthony Behar/Sipa USA/TNS)

From Iowa City to Westeros: University of Iowa alum behind ‘Game of Thrones’ series

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief May 19, 2019

As "Game of Thrones" fans  bid farewell with the Sunday night finale of HBO's hit series, the University of Iowa congratulated one of its own who happens to be instrumental to running the show. D.B....

Iowa infielder Tanner Wetrich watches the ball when up at bat during the game against Michigan State at the Duane Banks Baseball Stadium on Friday, May 10, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 7-5.

Iowa baseball swept by Maryland

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor May 18, 2019

Just two weeks ago, Iowa baseball found itself with a No. 24 ranking, looking at a No. 3 seed in an NCAA Regional. But after dropping five of their last six, including a 10-8 loss to Maryland on Saturday...

2020 Democratic presidential-nomination candidate Pete Buttigieg speaks during the town hall at the Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon on May 18, 2019. The Iowa City event marked the third of four Iowa campaign stops for Buttigieg this weekend.

In Iowa City campaign stop, Buttigieg says ‘we’ve got to win’ to decide America’s long-term future

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief May 18, 2019

Pete Buttigieg pitched his candidacy for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination in Iowa City on Saturday as a fight to unite Americans around protecting the nation’s core values of freedom, patriotism,...

A Hawkeye spirit squad member waves an "I" flag after a touchdown during Iowa's game against Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, November 23, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers, 31-28.

Official Hawkeye football Twitter account suspended

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief May 18, 2019

You won't hear a tweet from two Iowa sports teams for the time being — at least not via their Twitter accounts. The verified Hawkeye football Twitter account has been suspended as of Friday. It...

Iowa forward Hannah Stewart looks to the hoop during the Iowa/Mercer NCAA Tournament first round women's basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena  on Friday, March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bears, 66-61.

Stewart signs pro contract in Australia

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor May 18, 2019

Former Iowa women’s basketball forward Hannah Stewart will continue her playing career in Australia after signing a contract with the Lakeside Lightning. The Lightning, based in North Lake, Western...

Iowa defensive lineman AJ Epenesa celebrates after scoring a touchdown on a fumble return during Iowa's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, IL, on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 63-0.

Epenesa earns spot on Lott IMPACT Trophy Watch List

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor May 17, 2019

Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa has been named to the Lott IMPACT Trophy Watch List, which honors the nation’s best defensive player. Epenesa led the Big Ten with 10.5 sacks last season, which was...

Democratic presidential-nomination candidate Pete Buttigieg, mayor of South Bend, Indiana, addresses the audience during his visit to Airliner in Iowa City on March 4, 2019.

2020 candidate Pete Buttigieg to visit Iowa City on Saturday

Julia Shanahan, Assistant Politics Editor May 17, 2019

Democratic presidential-nomination candidate Pete Buttigieg will make a campaign stop at the Wildwood Smokehouse and Saloon in Iowa City on Saturday from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Iowa City event...

Iowa pitcher Grant Leonard warms up to pitch during the seventh inning of the afternoon Iowa vs Rutgers game at Duane Banks Field on Saturday, April 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 9-5.

Iowa baseball falls short at Maryland despite late rally

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor May 16, 2019

Iowa baseball’s 8-6 loss at Maryland on Thursday was unexpected for more than one reason. First, the Hawkeyes entered the game with a 12-9 record in Big Ten play, while the Terrapins sat with the...

Iowa guard Isaiah Moss drives to the basket during the Iowa/Illinois Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Thursday, March 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 83-62. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Moss to transfer to Arkansas

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor May 15, 2019

Former Iowa shooting guard Isaiah Moss has found a new home. Moss, a Chicago native, tweeted his commitment to Arkansas on Wednesday. “I want to take the time to thank all of the coaches that have...