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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's Anthony Nelson sacks NIU quarterback Marcus Childers during the Iowa/NIU football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes lead the Huskies, 3-0, at halftime.

NFL Draft Profile: Anthony Nelson

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor April 22, 2019

Look at the Big Ten statistical leaders from the 2017 season, and under “sacks,” Iowa fans will see something familiar: Anthony Nelson, 8. Check the 2018 stats now, and something similar happens toward...

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Research warns against substance abuse among college students

Katie Ann McCarver, News Reporter April 22, 2019

For many college students, partying is a large part of the college experience. However, new research suggests that excessive drinking and illegal drug use are not exclusive to a night out. In fact, both...

University of Iowa professor Minetta Gardinier poses for a picture next to the 1978 Cessna Cardinal at the Iowa City Municipal Airport on Wednesday, April 10. Gardinier races the Cessna in the United States and Canada.

Neuroscientist, professor, pilot, racer: One woman’s adventures in the great wide open

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter April 22, 2019

At the Iowa City Municipal Airport, Minnetta Gardinier houses her unique hobby: a white and sky blue Cessna Cardinal airplane. “I tell people it was my midlife crisis craziness,” said Gardinier, a...

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., speaks during a campaign rally in Cedar Rapids on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019.

Elizabeth Warren proposes student-debt cancellation, free tuition

Julia Shanahan, Politics Reporter April 22, 2019

Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Democratic presidential hopeful, is proposing universal free college and up to $50,000 in student-debt cancellation for 42 million people. Under her proposal, those...

Veronica Tessler, owner of the frozen yogurt shop Yotopia, asks Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii a question during a meet-and-greet at Yotopia in Iowa City on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Attendees gathered to listen to Gabbard discuss topics such as defunding regime changing wars, environmental policies, and medicare for all.

Iowa City businesswoman first to file candidacy for Loebsack’s seat in Congress

Emily Wangen, Politics Reporter April 22, 2019

Iowa City business owner and Democratic activist Veronica Tessler is the first to file her candidacy for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District in 2020, federal elections online records show. Tessler filed...

Representative Dave Loebsack stands for a portrait at the Daily Iowan newsroom on Sunday, September 23, 2018.

Who’s considering a 2020 run for Dave Loebsack’s seat in Congress?

Julia DiGiacomo, Politics Reporter April 21, 2019

After Rep. Dave Loebsack, D-Iowa, announced he wouldn’t run for re-election on April 12, his seat representing Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District will be up in the air in 2020. A range of Iowans have...

Dancers perform in the grand entrance during the 25th annual University of Iowa Powwow in the Fieldhouse on April 20, 2019. Hosted by the Native American Student Association, participants could buy traditional food and clothing, and sign up to perform traditional song and dance.

Students and community members celebrate Native American culture at the 25th UI Powwow

Annie Fitzpatrick, News Reporter April 21, 2019

As the 25th University of Iowa Powwow grand entry began on the afternoon of April 20 in the Field House, the elegant chimes of the beautiful regalia, unique to each dancer and tribe, could be heard across...

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FilmScene and Englert partner to raise more than $6 million together

Adrian Enzastiga, Arts Reporter April 21, 2019

Iowa City is a powerhouse when it comes to the arts. It boasts countless performing arts venues from Hancher to Gabe’s that showcase local artists or bring in magnificent performers from all around the...

Junior fiction books rest on shelves at the Iowa City Public Library in Iowa City on Tuesday, February 5, 2019.

Library offers summer reading program in 6 languages to increase accessibility

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter April 21, 2019

For kids looking for fun and learning over the summer, the Iowa City Public Library offers a space to keep their brains sharp. This year, even more local children will have the opportunity to participate...

Iowa infielder Izaya Fullard (20) returns home after hitting a home run during a baseball game between Iowa and Nebraska at Duane Banks Field on Saturday, April 20, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 17-9.

Iowa baseball topples Nebraska, wins fourth-straight Big Ten series

Cody Smith, Sports Reporter April 21, 2019

Another three-game series against a Big Ten opponent meant another ‘W’ for Iowa baseball. Iowa took down Nebraska (11-4), the No. 1 ranked team in the Big Ten, taking two games of a three-game series,...

Iowa's Laulauga Tausaga watches her throw during the 18th annual Musco Twilight at Francis X. Cretzmeyer Track on Saturday, April 22, 2017. Iowa's men and women's track and field finished first overall in the Musco Twilight with a 237.5 and 203 respectively.

Hawkeye track records fall in trip to California

Robert Read, Sports Reporter April 21, 2019

The Iowa track and field record book needs some rewriting after three meets in California that will go down in history. Five school records were broken by three athletes who were competing at the Bryan...

Iowa infielder Chris Whelan swings while at-bat during a baseball game between Iowa and Nebraska at Duane Banks Field on Saturday, April 20, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 17-9.

Iowa baseball throttles Nebraska for second win of series

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor April 21, 2019

In its second-best offensive performance of the season, Iowa baseball poured runs like a rainstorm on Nebraska at Banks Field. The Hawkeyes erupted for 17 hits in their 17-9 win over the border-rival...