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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

The Daily Iowan

Anthony Nelson recovers a fumble and scores a touchdown during the Iowa vs. Maryland game at Kinnick stadium on Saturday Oct. 20, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 23-0.

Hawkeye defense dominating in Terrapin shellacking

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 20, 2018

Backed up at his own 10-yard line, Maryland backup quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome took a snap. One of his receivers had gone into motion seconds before and collided with the Terrapin signal caller. The ball...

Republican Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and Democratic challenger Fred Hubbell face each other for the first time in a debate hosted by the Des Moines Register and KCCI Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018, at Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny, Iowa.

Gubernatorial candidates raise record funds

Julia DiGiacomo, Politics Reporter October 19, 2018

The last three months have been a whirlwind of fundraising and spending for Iowa gubernatorial candidates, according to campaign finance reports released Oct. 19. The documents reveal record-high contributions...

Kim Reynolds speaks at the Second Annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 13, 2018. Reynolds is running for a full term in the 2018 gubernatorial election. (Thomas A. Stewart/ Daily Iowan)

Reynolds supports over-the-counter birth control

October 19, 2018

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, a Republican, said she would support allowing access to birth control without a prescription. In a debate Oct. 17 in Sioux City, Reynolds unveiled the plan when moderators directed...

Kid Captain Harper Stribe waits to meet Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz during Iowa Football Kids' Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018. The 2018 Kid Captains met the Iowa football team and participated in a behind-the-scenes tour of Kinnick Stadium.

The Hawkeye Spirit: Children’s Hospital and Iowa football celebrate a decade of Kid Captain

Katelyn Weisbrod, Managing Editor October 19, 2018

The Smith family pulled into a parking spot reserved for the Kid Captain before the Iowa/Illinois game on Oct. 7, 2017. Parked next to them was former Hawkeye and New England Patriot defensive end Adrian...

Maryland running back Ty Johnson (6) returns a kickoff 65 yards for a touchdown past Ohio State kicker Sean Nuernberger (96) at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on October 7, 2017.

Ranked Hawkeyes aim to stop Terrapin ground attack

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor October 18, 2018

When the Iowa football team swarms out of the tunnel at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, it will be doing so for the first time this season as a ranked team. The Hawkeyes have shown noticeable strides —...

Photo Illustration by Katie Goodale

UI’s tobacco ban difficult to enforce as students continue to smoke on campus

Aadit Tambe, News Reporter October 18, 2018

As students move from combustible cigarettes to vapes and Juuls, the University of Iowa aims to keep its campus tobacco free. College campuses in the United States have seen a trend in students shifting...

Kid Captain Christopher Turns smiles front of his banner during Iowa Football Kid's Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 11, 2018. The 2018 Kid Captains met the Iowa football team and participated in a behind-the-scenes tour of Kinnick Stadium. Each child's story will be featured throughout the 2018 Iowa football season.

Kid Captain received best birthday gift ever — a kidney transplant

Elianna Novitch, Politics Reporter October 18, 2018

When Christopher Turnis was born, doctors predicted he might not live for more than an hour after birth. Fourteen years later, Christopher, from Dubuque, will serve as this week’s Kid Captain for Iowa’s...

The Old Capitol is seen with the Iowa Homecoming Corn Statue in front on Thursday, October 18, 2018.

Homecoming Council strives for inclusivity through new initiatives

Mastura Ibnat, News Reporter October 18, 2018

It’s that time of the year again — Iowans treading the fine line between fall and winter and Hawkeyes anticipating new Homecoming events. Every year, the Homecoming Council decides to center the week...

Second of 4 College of Liberal Arts and Sciences dean candidates holds forum

Second of 4 College of Liberal Arts and Sciences dean candidates holds forum

Chris Borro, News Reporter October 18, 2018

The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts & Sciences hosted Susan Williams, vice dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the Ohio State University, as the second candidate for the college’s...

Tim Gannon speaks at the Democratic Gala on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 in Des Moines. Gannon is the Democratic candidate for Secretary of Agriculture.

Ex-USDA official Tim Gannon eyes Iowa ag-secretary office

Elianna Novitch, Politics Reporter October 17, 2018

Iowa secretary of agriculture candidate Tim Gannon wants the state to remain a leader in agriculture. The 42-year-old Democratic challenger is running against Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig,...

Iowa tight end Noah Fant runs after a catch during Iowa's game against Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, October 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 42-16.

Iowa’s tight ends have turned into the strongest offensive force

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor October 17, 2018

There’s only one thing better than having one breakout tight end. That’s having two. The trick for Iowa football, however, has been finding ways to use them both effectively. The use of junior Noah...

From left: Iowa defensive end Parker Hesse tries to tackle Indiana quarterback Peyton Ramsey during Iowa's game at Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.

Hawkeye defense not affected by injury bug

Jordan Zuniga, Football Reporter October 17, 2018

Coming off their successful two-game road trip, most of the stories surrounding the Hawkeyes have been about their stellar offensive play. Those headlines are well deserved; Iowa averaged 45 points a...