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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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Iowa guard Tania Davis looks to pass during a women's basketball matchup between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, January 23, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 72-66.

Hawkeye guards assisting Gustafson during strong season

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter February 5, 2019

For those following Iowa women’s basketball the past two seasons, it’s hard to think of anyone other than Megan Gustafson being the star. This isn’t without good reason; she has deserved all the...

Softball head coach Renee Gillispie talks to the media during Softball Media Day at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex on Friday, February 1, 2019.

Gillispie set to lead Iowa softball

Pete Mills, Assistant Sports Editor February 5, 2019

Turning to a new page is common in athletics. New seasons present different challenges, players and coaches come and go, and every game tells a different story. Iowa softball, though, is in the unique...

Michael Belz, father of Gerald Belz, pays his respects during his son’s vigil at the Newman Catholic Student Center on Monday, February 4, 2019. Gerald died on Wednesday.

Catholic Center holds vigil in memory of UI student Gerald Belz

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor February 4, 2019

Gerald Belz loved football, though his father said he wasn’t the best player in the game. “Even though he was never any good at it, he loved to play,” Michael Belz, Gerald’s father, said. He...

The Old Capitol building is seen in 2018.

UI rejects the appeals of 6 fraternities on alcohol-related violations

Kayli Reese, News Editor February 4, 2019

Around two months after the University of Iowa sanctioned several fraternities following allegations of alcohol-policy violations, the university rejected six fraternities’ appeals of the imposed sanctions. The...

Dancers wave their glow sticks during Power Hour at Dance Marathon 25 at the IMU on Feb. 2.

Dance Marathon play-by-play: $2.9 million for the 25th Big Event

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter February 4, 2019

The UI Dance Marathon on Feb. 1-2 celebrated 25 years of dedicating its time to pediatric cancer awareness. This past weekend, dancers, leadership, and the community were moved by the stories, songs, and...

A pedestrian walks on the Pentacrest towards Washington street on Wednesday January 30, 2019.

Iowa worst for winter recreation, online ranking says

Jordan Prochnow, News Reporter February 3, 2019

Iowa has been ranked as the worst state for winter recreation, according to the website GoAllOutdoors.com. The website, which provides people with information about outdoor activities and how to safely...

Iowa forward Ryan Kriener drives to the hoop during the Iowa/Michigan men's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, February 1, 2019. The Hawkeyes took down the No. 5 ranked Wolverines, 74-59.

Ryan Kriener’s career improvement evident in Michigan upset

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor February 3, 2019

Fewer than seven minutes into Iowa’s 74-59 upset win against No. 5 Michigan on Feb. 1, forward Luka Garza picked up his second foul, forcing him to head to the bench. In came Ryan Kriener. A few minutes...

The Iowa Capitol is seen on Jan. 14 during the first day of the Legislative session. (Emily Wangen/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa Senate resolution draws attention to student-loan interest rates

Julia DiGiacomo, Politics Reporter February 3, 2019

A state Senate concurrent resolution is moving its way up through subcommittees before potentially being sent as a resounding message from the Iowa Senate in support of limiting student-loan interest rates. The resolution introduced...

Your CBD Store is seen on Saturday, February 3, 2018. A nationwide company, the Iowa City location opened its doors last month.

A CBD store opened in Iowa City last month. Officials say it’s illegal.

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter February 3, 2019

The products that line the walls of Your CBD Store, 264 Scott Court, are used by customers to treat a slew of health issues. There’s only one problem — the product they use isn’t technically legal. The...

Iowa's Cash Wilcke takes down Purdue's Max Lyon during Iowa's dual meet against Purdue at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, November 24, 2018. Wilcke defeated Lyon 12-4 in a major decision. The Hawkeyes defeated Boilermakers 26-9.

Iowa wrestling takes down Nebraska to stay perfect

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor February 3, 2019

Iowa wrestling continued its dominance over the Big Ten on Feb. 3, rolling to a 20-13 win against No. 9 Nebraska. Despite having some starters resting during meets for the past few weeks, Iowa hasn’t...

Iowa guard Makenzie Meyer attempts a layup during the Iowa/Michigan women's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, January 17, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines, 75-61.

Iowa women rebound against Penn State

Pete Mills, Assistant Sports Editor February 3, 2019

Megan Gustafson wasn’t the only one rebounding on Feb. 3 in State College, Pennsylvania. No. 13 Iowa women’s basketball (17-5, 8-3 Big Ten) grabbed a rebound win over Penn State (10-11, 3-7 Big...

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., brought about the phrase "Nevertheless, she persisted."  (Tom Williams/Congressional Quarterly/Newscom/Zuma Press/TNS)

Elizabeth Warren set to make stop in Iowa City Feb. 10

Sarah Watson, Politics Editor February 3, 2019

A day after a “big announcement” in her home state of Massachusetts regarding her plans to seek the Democratic nomination for president in 2020, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., will travel to eastern...