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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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From left: UI freshmen Kyle Braeseke and Autumn Johnson cut a blanket during the Cover to Cover event at the IMU on Monday, October 29, 2018. Cover to Cover is a student organization dedicated to providing children in need with blankets and books. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Students hope to influence children’s lives from ‘Cover to Cover’

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter October 29, 2018

In 2013, two families in the Quad Cities came together during the holiday season to create Cover to Cover, a program that provides blankets and books for sick children. What began with simple donations...

Iowa defensive back Geno Stone returns an interception for a touchdown during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018.

Iowa secondary proves to be quietly successful

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter October 29, 2018

Taking a look at the 30-24 score line of the Oct. 27 game suggests that Trace McSorley and the Penn State offense torched the Iowa defense. But that wasn’t the case. Several of Penn State’s scores...

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent gets tackled on the sideline during a football game between Iowa and Maryland in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 23-0.

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent sparks Hawkeye run game

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor October 29, 2018

Overshadowed by an abysmal air attack, Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent quietly had the best game of his young Hawkeye career from a yardage standpoint in the Hawkeyes’ 30-24 loss at Penn State. Sargent,...

Candidates answer questions during the Iowa City Public Library Director Candidate Forum on Monday, Oct. 29, 2018. The Iowa City Public Library is seeking a new director after Susan Craig retires in December. Craig has served as Library Director for 24 years.

Public forum introduces Iowa City Public Library Director candidates

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter October 29, 2018

The Iowa City Public Library held a public forum on Monday seeking input on the hiring of a new library director. The library’s current director, Susan Craig, is retiring after 24 years. Craig said...

Contributed

First announced finalist for UI associate vice president/dean of students

Josh Balicki, Arts Reporter October 29, 2018

UI graduate Anne Flaherty has been announced as the first of three finalists for the position of Associate Vice President/Dean of Students in the Division of Student Life. Flaherty visited campus for...

COGS to remain in existence, majority of members vote ‘yes’

COGS to remain in existence, majority of members vote ‘yes’

Katie Ann McCarver, News Reporter October 29, 2018
COGS will remain in existence for at least two more years, following a recertification election required by recent state law.
Parked aircraft are seen in a maintenance hanger at the Iowa City Municipal Airport on Wednesday, October 24, 2018.

Municipal Airport turns 100 years old, addresses national pilot shortage

Katie Ann McCarver, News Reporter October 29, 2018

As the Iowa City Municipal Airport celebrates its 100 years, the U.S. is facing a national pilot shortage that could be detrimental to general aviation. According to the Federal Aviation Administration,...

The pedestrian mural is seen in the tunnel by Hubbard Park in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018. The mural will be decommissioned in November.

Student-created murals decommissioned before being painted over

Elianna Novitch, Politics Reporter October 29, 2018

Four student-painted murals showcasing the underrepresented at the University of Iowa will soon be painted over. On Sunday, students gathered in the IMU Hubbard Commons for a decommissioning ceremony...

Carl Krambeck, the Libertarian Candidate for Iowa State Senate District 37, participates in a public forum at the Coralville Public Library on Monday, Sept. 10, 2018.

Who are the Libertarian candidates on the ballot?

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter October 29, 2018

Carl Krambeck, Senate District 37 Libertarian candidate Carl Krambeck plans on bringing a practical, individualist approach to policy in the state Senate. Krambeck, a Kirkwood Community College and Buena...

Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley rolls out of the pocket during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Despite loss to Penn State, Iowa’s defense remains strong

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 29, 2018

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Iowa’s defense wasn’t happy after the 30-24 loss to Penn State on Oct. 27. “We got to put our foot down,” defensive lineman Parker Hesse said about Iowa’s 12-0 start,...

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette avoids a defender during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Hensley: The Big Ten West is complete chaos

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 29, 2018

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Well, Iowa’s road to Indianapolis just got rockier. Right before Iowa’s kickoff against Penn State, the final whistle blew for the Northwestern-Wisconsin game. The Wildcats...

Margo O'Neill addresses the crowd during a transgender rights rally on the Pentacrest on Thursday, Oct. 25, 2018. Protesters gathered to promote rights in light of the upcoming elections.

LGBTQ health survey shows issues with trans health care in Iowa

Becca Turnis, News Reporter October 28, 2018

Survey results of a University of Iowa study have shown the disadvantages the LGBTQ community faces in regards to health care. The report highlighted deficiencies in care for transgender and gender-queer...