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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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The Levitt Center for University Advancement is seen on Tuesday, November 27, 2018.

Write Now: UI’s first flash writing contest hopes to bring Hawkeyes everywhere a taste of Iowa City

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter November 27, 2018

For 48 hours in February, all who wish can test their creative-writing abilities in a contest hosted by the UI Center for Advancement. Participants can choose one of two prompts containing a genre, object,...

Iowa forward Cordell Pemsl looks to pass during Iowa's game against UMKC at Carver Hawkeye Arena on November 8, 2018. The Hawkeye defeated the Kangaroos 77-63.

Iowa basketball’s Cordell Pemsl to have season-ending surgery

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 27, 2018

Iowa forward Cordell Pemsl will miss the remainder of the 2018-19 season thanks to surgery. His procedure is to remove hardware from a previous surgery, one that he had in high school, according to a release. "It...

Iowa's Michael Kemerer defeats Oklahoma State's Jonce Blaylock 9-2 in the 157-pound weight class during the NCAA wrestling meet between Iowa and Oklahoma State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Jan. 14. The #7 ranked Hawkeyes beat the #3 ranked Cowboys 20-12. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Kemerer to miss 2018-19 season after surgery

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor November 27, 2018

Iowa 174-pounder Michael Kemerer is scheduled to have surgery this week, forcing him to miss the rest of the 2018-19 season. He will seek a medical hardship waiver at the end of the season. “I’m...

Iowa City police investigate shooting on Wayne Avenue

Madison Lotenschtein, Arts Reporter November 27, 2018

Iowa City police are investigating a shooting that occurred Tuesday morning at 2719 Wayne Ave. after the caller reported her husband had been shot. Police responded to the incident that occurred at...

Iowa forward Tyler Cook shoots a free throw during Iowa's game against UMKC at Carver Hawkeye Arena on November 8, 2018. The Hawkeye defeated the Kangaroos 77-63.

Aggressive offense for Hawkeye basketball key against Pittsburgh

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 26, 2018

For those questioning whether the No. 14 Hawkeyes deserve their spot in the top 25, the next five games will be a deciding factor. And that starts today, when Iowa (5-0) hosts Pittsburgh (6-0) in an 8:05...

Iowa State Auditor-elect Rob Sand speaks to supporters during the statewide Democratic candidates' watch party at Embassy Suites in Des Moines on Wednesday, Nov. 7.

State Auditor’s office limited to investigations of Iowa Medicaid

Julia DiGiacomo, Politics Reporter November 26, 2018

The investigation into Iowa’s privatized Medicaid system has recently developed into a focus of the state Auditor’s Office. Auditor-elect Rob Sand was the only Democratic challenger to unseat a Republican...

UI senior Austin Hughes named Rhodes scholar

UI senior Austin Hughes named Rhodes scholar

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter November 26, 2018

After being named a Rhodes scholar, UI senior Austin Hughes said he “cycled through anxiety, joy, worry — the whole gamut of emotions.” On Nov. 17, Hughes became one of 32 Rhodes scholars from...

Boxes of cereal line the shelves inside of Melk, a diner and cereal bar, located in the old Food Republic space on Washington St. in Iowa City on Monday, Nov. 26, 2018. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

New diner and cereal bar brings a fresh look on breakfast to downtown Iowa City

Josie Fischels, News Reporter November 26, 2018

“An unconventional atmosphere, food that straight slaps, and a staff you’ll wanna DM,” advertises an upcoming twist on breakfast on Melk’s newly launched Instagram page. Melk, a diner and cereal...

Professor Natoshia Askelson poses for a portrait in the College of Public Health on Monday, Nov. 26, 2018.

College of Public Health builds healthy eating habits in rural schools

Jordan Prochnow, News Reporter November 26, 2018

The University of Iowa College of Public Health is making strides to give K-12 students healthier meal options in their lunchrooms, particularly in rural school districts. The Healthy Schools/Healthy...

The Old Capitol is seen on Nov. 25, 2018.

New student organization wants to bring fair trade to the UI

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter November 25, 2018

A new student organization, Fair Trade at Iowa, wants to make the University of Iowa a certified fair-trade university and educate students and the Iowa City community about the value of the fair-trade...

The AIDS memorial quilt is seen in the Old Capitol Museum on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

ICRED hosts first RED Week raising HIV/AIDS awareness as UI student organization

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter November 25, 2018

Raising awareness, erasing stigma, and defeating HIV/AIDS, Iowa City RED puts its mission to practice during RED Week.  Nov. 26 to Dec. 1 is RED Week, hosted by the group in its first year as an official...

Iowa City doctor helps homeless with free foot care

Iowa City doctor helps homeless with free foot care

Katie Ann McCarver, News Reporter November 25, 2018

In an effort to engage the homeless community of Iowa City, Mercy Iowa City family physician Tom Novak, aided by family members and other volunteers, offers a foot-care clinic for impoverished people every...