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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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Iowa's #1 ranked Spencer Lee grapples with Princeton's #14 ranked Patrick Glory in a 125-lb weight class bout at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018. Lee won via Technical Fall, 17-2. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Spencer Lee listed in probable CyHawk lineup

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor November 28, 2018

Sophomore Spencer Lee is back at the top of the projected lineup for Iowa's upcoming home meet against Iowa State. Iowa wrestling won its first meet against Purdue on Nov. 24 without its No. 1 ranked...

Iowa’s No. 2 157-pound Michael Kemerer wrestles Michigan State's Jake Tucker during an Iowa/Michigan State wrestling matchup in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 5, 2018.

Hawkeye wrestling has a plan to fill Kemerer’s lineup spot

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor November 28, 2018

With the loss of Michael Kemerer from the Hawkeyes’ Iineup for the season, Iowa wrestling looks forward to its depth filling in the All-American-size gap. Kemerer will undergo surgery sometime this...

Panelists discuss issues during the UISG completion grant meeting at the IMU on Tuesday, November 27, 2018.

UISG votes for additional funding towards Hawkeye Completion Grant Program

Mastura Ibnat, News Reporter November 28, 2018

In the spring of 2018, University of Iowa Student Government allocated $30,000 to the Hawkeye Completion Grant program. At Tuesday’s Senate meeting, UISG voted to allocate an additional $7,500 to the...

Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos speaks during a Cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 in Washington, D.C.

UI officials address federal proposal to change sexual-assault guidelines

Katie Ann McCarver, News Reporter November 28, 2018

The University of Iowa is waiting to determine whether any policy changes will need to be made following Education Secretary Betsy DeVos’ recently proposed changes to Title IX guidelines on sexual misconduct,...

School Board members listen as people raise concerns about school rezoning at the School District Administration Building on Tuesday. At the meeting, board members voted to redraw school zones in an effort to create a more equitable learning system.

Iowa City school board redraws boundaries for next fall

Josie Fischels, News Reporter November 28, 2018

Both approval and apprehension rippled across the faces of onlookers Tuesday night as members of the Iowa City School Board voted to redraw school boundaries in an attempt to increase diversity among elementary...

Graphic by Lily Smith

Regents leave money trails in Iowa politics

Marissa Payne, Managing Editor November 27, 2018

Leaders of the state Board of Regents in recent years have been labeled Iowa “kingmakers” — influencers in Iowa politics given their financial backing and close ties to GOP candidates. Current Regent...

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...