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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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Attendees watch the televised news during an electoral map watch party in the Iowa Memorial Union on Election Day in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. The watch party was organized by community organization Hawk The Vote, and had a turnout of over 300 students.

Election night brings anxiety and unity among UI students

Evan Watson and Emma Jane November 5, 2024

As election results rolled in, so did University of Iowa students and community members, joining Hawk The Vote’s watch party to celebrate civic engagement. UI organization Hawk The Vote — the...

Iowa Republican candidate for the U.S. House, Zach Nunn, speaks after winning election during a watch party for Iowa Republicans on Election Day at the Hilton Downtown in Des Moines on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. Nunn defeated Cindy Axne.

Zach Nunn retains 3rd Congressional District seat according to unofficial results

Grace Olson, News Editor November 5, 2024

Republican U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn fended off Democratic Challenger Lanon Baccam to retain Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District seat on Tuesday night, according to unofficial results. Nunn earned 51.21...

Stickers are laid out on a table for voters during early voting at the Iowa Memorial Union on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024.

Johnson County Board of Supervisors, sheriff elected to office

Brianna Brands, News Reporter November 5, 2024

In Johnson County, all three candidates running for the board of supervisors were elected. Democrat Rod Sullivan received 51,220 votes, maintaining the seat he has held on the board since 2004....

Early voters line up to cast their ballots during early voting at the Iowa Memorial Union on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024. Hundreds of students showed up at the IMU for the final day of early voting.

Johnson County passes $30 million conservation bond

Brianna Brands, News Reporter November 5, 2024

A $30 million conservation bond for Johnson County was passed by a supermajority of voters in the general election Tuesday. The bond passed with a total of 58,992 votes, or just over 77 percent. The...

Former President Donald Trump speaks during his caucus night watch party at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024.

Donald Trump wins Iowa

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg November 5, 2024

Former President Donald Trump won Iowa, collecting its six electoral college votes, according to unofficial results from the Associated Press, on Tuesday.  Trump won the Hawkeye state by his largest...

Fulton County democrats hold signs and give out stickers to encourage community members to vote during Election Day at Liberty Baptist Church polling location in Atlanta, Ga., on Nov. 5, 2024. Georgia is one of the predominant swing states that will help determine who wins the U.S. General Election. Voters spoke with The Daily Iowan about thoughts on candidates and deciding policy measures that ultimately led to them to vote for their choice.

UI alums see contention, excitement while living in battleground Georgia

Liam Halawith, Elections Editor November 5, 2024

ATLANTA — Two University of Iowa political science alumni say they have seen a contentious, but excited atmosphere in the battleground state of Georgia where they both now go to law school.  Halle...

A man is fills out his ballot in Elkhorn City Hall on Election Day in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. As of 2023, Elkhorn has a population of 10,230 people. Elkhorn City Hall has been the polling location for City of Elkhorn residents as of 2022, accommodating all size elections. Polls in the city hall opened at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m.

Wisconsin voters stream to the polls

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor November 5, 2024

MILWAUKEE  — Scattered storms peppered Wisconsin as voters flocked to the polls on Election Day in the swing state. With Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump pinned neck-in-neck...

Young voters in Iowa take to the polls

Young voters in Iowa take to the polls

DI Staff November 5, 2024

With 41 million members of Generation Z eligible to vote in the 2024 election, voters aged 18-29 could play a decisive role in the outcome. In this election, 8.3 million members of Generation Z...

Illustration by Marandah Mangra-Dutcher

True crime dramas and documentaries draw in viewers

Krysten White and Riley Dunn November 5, 2024

The eight-foot Black Angel statue imposes its shroud over the Oakland Cemetery. A staple of Iowa City folklore, The Black Angel’s history has been twisted over time to spawn rumors and myths. This...

Iowa Midfielder Kenzie Roling crosses the ball towards the net during an Iowa Soccer match at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex on Oct. 6 in Iowa City. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 1-0.

No. 11 Iowa women’s soccer honors legacy of former players amid historic seasons

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter November 5, 2024

Iowa women’s soccer has built a memorable legacy in recent years, highlighted by ranked wins and postseason hardware. But it’s channeled the traditions of former teams to do so — and brought...

Iowa River Power Restaurant is seen in Coralville on Thursday, May 11, 2023.

Historic Coralville building to be preserved and reopened

Madison Schuler, News Reporter November 4, 2024

Last fall, the Iowa River Power Restaurant closed its doors after serving the Coralville community for almost 50 years. According to the Iowa River Landing website, the Iowa River and Power Company...

A Johnson County Ambulance Service worker walks towards a morning group huddle at the Johnson County Ambulance Medical Examiner Building on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023.

New Johnson County ambulance program decreases barriers to health care

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter November 4, 2024

Although Johnson County prides itself on its medical strengths from the University of Iowa’s world-renowned health care facilities, there are some emergency medical services that require a more human,...