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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

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UIHC to host Parkinson’s Foundation program

UIHC to host Parkinson’s Foundation program

Katie Ann McCarver, News Reporter February 20, 2019

Medical professionals from across the nation specializing in neurological disorders next month will flock to Iowa City, where the Parkinson’s Foundation Allied Team Training will be held in partnership...

A Hillcrest Residence Hall hallway is seen on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017.

Regents to discuss $8.5 million Hillcrest renovation request

Kayli Reese, News Editor February 20, 2019

The University of Iowa has requested permission from the state Board of Regents to proceed with project planning for $8.5 million in renovations to Hillcrest Hall. The regents will discuss the matter...

Iowa basketball’s comeback bid falls short in 66-65 loss to Maryland

Iowa basketball’s comeback bid falls short in 66-65 loss to Maryland

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor February 19, 2019

No. 21 Iowa erased a 12-point second-half deficit against No. 24 Maryland on Tuesday. With time winding down, it seemed as though fans were about to witness a re-run of the Northwestern comeback. But,...

Hawkeye magic ends with rough offensive performance against Maryland

Hawkeye magic ends with rough offensive performance against Maryland

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor February 19, 2019

Iowa basketball hasn’t had much experience playing with frustration as of late. After all, everything had been going the Hawkeyes’ way with buzzer-beaters and 3-pointers in drama-filled wins over the...

Teressa Sworsky talks with potential customers and explains the benefits of hemp oil and other CBD products at the Mokena Park District's January Flea Market on Jan. 13, 2019 in Mokena, Ill.  (Warren Skalski/Chicago Tribune/TNS)

Lawmakers try to expand CBD program

Emily Wangen, Politics Reporter February 19, 2019

Iowa’s medical marijuana program has changed since its inception — the approval of a manufacturer, five dispensaries in the state, and an increase in the number of patients using the products. In this...

The council deliberates at a meeting of the Iowa City Council on February 19, 2019

City Council discusses concerns surrounding Mormon Trek lane reduction

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter February 19, 2019

The Iowa City City Council on Feb. 19 discussed a plan for converting a portion of Mormon Trek Boulevard from a four-lane to a three-lane street. In the proposal, two traffic lanes would run in opposite...

The Graduate Iowa City is seen on Tuesday Feb. 12, 2019.

Graduate workers present hotel with complaint letter over mistreatment

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter February 19, 2019

Graduate Hotel workers confronted their employers on Tuesday, alleging mistreatment and an uncomfortable working environment. The workers reached out to the Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa...

Members of the UISG meet in the Black Box Theater on Tuesday, October 23, 2018.

First-Generation Summit Committee responds to UISG president’s veto

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter February 19, 2019

The First-Generation Summit Planning Committee strongly urges the University of Iowa Student Government Senate to override the UISG president’s veto of legislation that would fund the second First-Generation...

Community members gather on the Pentacrest to protest the closing of the Labor Center on Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018.

UI asking Iowa regents to reconsider Labor Center closure

Marissa Payne, Managing Editor February 19, 2019

The University of Iowa has heard the community’s calls to “Save the Labor Center.” The state Board of Regents may vote to reconsider the Labor Center’s closure at the governing board’s Feb....

A speaker addresses members of UISG at the IMU on September 25, 2018.

UI Student Government senators could override president’s vetoes

Marissa Payne, Managing Editor February 18, 2019

University of Iowa Student Government senators will vote at the group’s meeting tonight on legislation the organization’s president recently vetoed because of concerns regarding spending student fees. At...

Iowa forward Megan Gustafson drives to the basket during the Iowa/Michigan women's basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, January 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines, 75-61.

Gustafson and Hawkeyes look to March

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter February 18, 2019

Megan Gustafson now has almost every major record possible for an Iowa basketball player. She has more rebounds, points, double-doubles, and Player of the Week awards than any Hawkeye has ever had. Yet,...

The UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital is seen in September 2018.

UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital receives $4.5 million gift

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter February 18, 2019

The Richard O. Jacobson Foundation recently contributed $4.5 million to create two endowed chairs at the University of Iowa Stead Family Pediatrics Department. There are 15 divisions in the Pediatrics...